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AkzoNobel Completes Acquisition of Titan Paints

AkzoNobel N.V. has completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Industrias Titan S.A.U. (Titan Paints).

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Hempel Announces Global Price Increase

Due to the escalation of raw material prices, Hempel will increase sales prices of its products and solutions.

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Hempel Launches Futureproof, A New Sustainability Framework

Hempel has launched Futureproof, its new sustainability framework for delivering on their strategic goal of sustainability leadership.

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Hempel Signs an Agreement to Acquire Wattyl

On February 18, Hempel A/S signed an agreement to acquire Wattyl, a leading paint manufacturer for the decorative and protective segments in Australia and New Zealand, with the aim to create a strong synergy for continuous growth. 

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Nordson Launches an Online Virtual Showroom

Nordson has launched a virtual showroom as a new way to experience powder coating products.

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Akzonobel Opens a New Lab Dedicated to the Research and Development of Low-Cure Powder Coatings

At its headquarters in Como, AkzoNobel has inaugurated a new center dedicated to the R&D of innovative surface solutions, in particular for the wood coatings sector.

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Evonik Invests in chembid to Strengthen its E-Commerce Activities

Evonik has invested in chembid, the largest meta-search engine for chemicals, in order to strengthen the company's e-commerce activities and support the development of an independent marketing platform for the chemical industry.

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CIN and Boero Join Forces

CIN and Boero announced that the two companies will unite their businesses to create a new dynamic aimed at consolidating their European presence within the coatings market.

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Hempel Appoints Alexander Enström as New Head of Marine

Alexander Enström has been appointed by Hempel as the company's new head of the marine segment.

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AkzoNobel Becomes Official Supplier to the Tour de France

AkzoNobel signed a three-year partnership with the Tour de France, becoming Official Supplier of the sporting event.

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Investment Company Quadrum Capital Buys a Stake of EMM

Quadrum Capital invests in EMM, a global supplier and innovative partner to the paint-processing industries, with the aim of accelerating its growth internationally.

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AkzoNobel No Longer Intends to Acquire Tikkurila

After submitting a binding proposal to acquire Tikkurila for €31.25 per share on January 28, 2021, AkzoNobel announced it no longer intends to pursue this acquisition, following a competing, higher, offer for Tikkurila.

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AkzoNobel Receives Top Employer Recertification in Five Key Markets

AkzoNobel's commitment to employee well-being, engagement and development has led the paint and coatings manufacturer to receive certification from the Top Employers Institute in 5 major markets: UK, China, Brazil, USA and the Netherlands.

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BASF is Raising the Prices of its Formulation Additives Globally

BASF has announced a 5-10% cost increase on most of its products to continue supporting customers with high-end products and services.

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PPG to Acquire Global Coatings Manufacturer Wörwag

PPG announced the acquisition of Wörwag, a global manufacturer of coatings for industrial and automotive applications.

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