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InnoTrans 2026 Concludes with Record-Breaking Success

Marking its 30th anniversary, InnoTrans set records in almost every category. It was not just the numbers that impressed, but also the high-quality of the participants.

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Sherwin-Williams Announces 2026 Water Infrastructure Impact Award Winners

The two winning projects are shining examples of how advanced protective coatings from Sherwin-Williams can extend the life and performance of essential water and wastewater infrastructure.

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ALUMINIUM 2026: Countdown In Düsseldorf For the Global Aluminium Summit

From October 6 to 8, 2026, the Messe Düsseldorf exhibition center will host the 15th edition of ALUMINIUM. European competitiveness, energy security, and decarbonisation will take center stage at an event featuring over 800 exhibitors and more than 21,000 trade visitors.

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Vernici Caldart Joins Berlac Group

The Italian specialist in high-end surface finishes Vernici Caldart joins Berlac Group, with full continuity of operations.

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Jotun Report: Global Wind Power Threatened by Supply and Labour Crises

Supply chain disruptions, rising operating costs, and a persistent labour shortage are threatening the financial sustainability and decarbonisation goals of the global wind industry, according to a new, in-depth report published by Jotun.

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AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings Opens New Facility in Thailand to Support Customers Across Asia

The new Aerospace facility has been created to provide locally blended and in-stocked coating solutions tailored to individual customer requirements, while improving product availability and supporting growth in the region.

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Paints, Coatings and EU Regulations

From the PPWR Regulation to the CLP Omnibus, Assovernici, represented by Technical-Regulatory Manager Paolo Bonamigo, takes stock of new European measures and their implications and opportunities for businesses.

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Hempel Secures Three-Year Global Hull Coatings Agreement with Maersk for Fleet Dry Dockings

The agreement reinforces a long-standing partnership and demonstrates how high-performance hull coatings improve fuel efficiency and vessel performance. It also underscores ongoing customer trust in Hempaguard silicone technology and the strong demand for Hempel’s premium hull solutions.

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AkzoNobel And Axalta Announce Three Directors to Finalise the Combined Company Board

The additions finalise the board structure for the merged paints and coatings company. Following the deal's closing, the 11-member board will be led by Rakesh Sachdev as Chair, Ben Noteboom as Vice-Chair, Greg Poux-Guillaume as CEO, and Chris Villavarayan as Deputy CEO.

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PPG Restructures Leadership to Head Expanded Global Business Segments

The strategic realignment aims to drive operational efficiency and accelerate PPG’s growth in the paints and coatings industry.

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SPE Offshore Europe 2027 Opens Call for Papers, Unveils Conference Theme

Europe’s premier integrated offshore energy event returns to P&J Live in Aberdeen from September 7–9, 2027. The three-day conference will feature plenary sessions, panel discussions, and fireside chats structured around three main topic pillars: delivering responsibly, driving prosperity, and strengthening capability and innovation.

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COPEX and PODS Summit Co-Located with ptc 2027 in Berlin

Taking place from 26 to 29 April 2027 at the Estrel Congress Center in Berlin, Germany, ptc will welcome both Concawe's COPEX seminar for European oil pipeline operators and the PODS Global Summit Berlin on Monday, 26 April, alongside the established ptc training courses.

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ChemQuest Expands Roster with Addition of Ross Widenor

The ChemQuest Group, a global consulting firm focused on tailored business strategy and optimisation, technology acceleration, market intelligence, and M&A advisory services for the specialty materials industry, is pleased to announce that Ross Widenor has joined the firm as a director.

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FreiLacke has been named Stihl’s Top Supplier for 2025

STIHL has once again recognised its top-performing suppliers this year and, for the first time, presented an award to the paint manufacturer.

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Sustainability: Impresa Donelli Earns EcoVadis Bronze Medal

This achievement confirms Donelli’s commitment to responsible, transparent business models with a reduced environmental impact.

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