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Sustainability

All the news on initiatives or products with a strong emphasis on sustainability

08APR

Leutenegger + Frei AG Advances Internationalisation and Strengthens Sales and Business Development

The expansion of its sales organisation and the creation of the new Business Development function are key steps in supporting this strategic direction.

30MAR

The New Sustainable Competitiveness of Italian Industry: Water Energy’s Press Conference at the Senate

On March 25, 2026, in the Sala Nassirya at Palazzo Madama, seat of the Italian Senate, ipcm® was invited by Water Energy to take part in a technical session focused on industrial sustainability. The initiative, held as part of World Water Day activities, provided an important opportunity for discussion on industrial processes, water resource management, and energy efficiency, bringing together businesses, institutions, and academia.

26MAR

Interpon strengthens its most iconic architectural collections with bio-attributed resins

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings is strengthening the sustainability profile of its leading Interpon D architectural collections with the introduction of bio-attributed resins in European production locations.

12MAR

Jotun Helps Shape New ISO Standard for Safer and Greener Hull Cleaning

Jotun’s contribution ensures that both coatings and cleaning technologies are considered together, supporting safer and more effective biofouling management globally.

03MAR

GALACTIC Biosolvents Drive Sustainability in Industrial Coatings

Lactic acid-based solutions reduce VOC emissions without compromising performance in industrial paints and coatings.

03MAR

Efficiency through Transparency: Leutenegger + Frei AG Launches New Energy Assessment for Coating Technology

This service is designed to provide robust transparency regarding energy consumption across entire coating lines, helping firms reduce costs and improve their carbon footprint.

27FEB

Arkema achieves ISCC PLUS certification across more than 70% of global coating facilities

Arkema strengthens its sustainable coatings portfolio with expanded ISCC PLUS-certified production network.

27FEB

Ceresana Publishes First Dedicated Study on Europe’s Bio-Based Solvents Market

Stricter regulations and rising ESG demands expected to push revenues beyond €2.2 billion by 2034.

24FEB

Jotun-Coated Vessels Achieve Verified 11.8 million Tonnes of Avoided CO2 Emissions in 2025

Independent DNV assessment confirms year-on-year improvement in hull performance and fuel efficiency.

11FEB

Arkema Ranks Among the Top 2% Of Companies with the Highest EcoVadis Ratings

With a score of 84/100, Arkema ranks among the top 2% of companies with the highest EcoVadis rankings in the December 2025 evaluation.

28GEN

Arkema Reaffirms Environmental Leadership with Top CDP Ratings

These results highlight Arkema’s continued contribution to the fight against climate change and the preservation of water resources.

PHOTO: 1.3 MWp Photovoltaic Plant at the Bazzano Facility.

14GEN

EDP and Luxe Coat: Agreement for a 1.3 MWp Photovoltaic Plant at the Bazzano Facility

The partnership between EDP Energia Italia and Luxe Coat involves the construction of a 1.3 MWp on-site photovoltaic plant to support the continuous aluminum coating activities at the Bazzano (L’Aquila) facility. The self-production of renewable energy increases the efficiency of high-energy industrial processes, reduces environmental impact, and supports decarbonization.

IMAGE: AKZONOBEL INTERPON SUSTAINABILITY.

25NOV

Interpon empowers customers to ‘Own Your Impact’ and turn sustainability into a driver of performance

AkzoNobel’s new initiative positions sustainability as a catalyst for innovation, efficiency, and measurable business results.

24NOV

Cortec’s VpCI®-126 Film Marks Two Decades of Sustainable Corrosion Protection from Croatia to the Global Market

As EcoCortec® (Cortec Corporation) marks nearly twenty years of VpCI®-126 film production at its Croatian facility, it continues to uphold its dedication to quality, technological leadership and sustainability, demonstrating how innovation in corrosion protection can support both industry and the environment.

21NOV

Interpon Partnership Secures Meshtec’s Future

The single-coat application of Interpon D coatings allows Meshtec to accelerate production and meet growing demand without compromising quality.