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US Tariff Overhaul: Italian Exports Face Significant Headwinds as New Duties Bite

The new measures are viewed as a "deterioration" in trade conditions. Analysts suggest that the only viable path forward is to lobby for these sectors to be included under the 15% "cap" established in the EU-US Framework Agreement of 21 August. Without such an adjustment, Italian components and machinery manufacturers risk losing significant market share in their most vital overseas market.

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Dürr Unveils EcoRP4 – The New Frontier of Robotic Painting

The new EcoRP4 generation optimises accessibility and reduces operational costs for high-volume automotive painting.

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AkzoNobel Launches Eco+ Services to Boost Manufacturing Sustainability

By combining specialist knowledge with digital innovation, AkzoNobel aims to transform sustainability ambitions into measurable operational gains.

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Graphene Nanotubes Cut CO₂ Emissions in Conductive Paints and Coatings by up to 26%

As industries move from sustainability targets to implementation, coatings that deliver both high performance and measurable emissions reduction will define the next generation of products. Graphene nanotubes are positioned to play a central role in this transition.

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Genoa Maritime Forum to Spotlight the Future of Shipping

Set against the backdrop of one of the Mediterranean’s most important ports, Genoa offers not only a deep maritime heritage but also a striking and vibrant environment - making it the ideal location to connect, collaborate, and shape the next chapter of global shipping.

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ChemQuest Group Appoints Scott Reams as Director

Founded 50 years ago, ChemQuest provides bespoke market intelligence and M&A advisory services to raw material suppliers and financial investors across the specialty chemicals sector.

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AkzoNobel Launches My Interpon Portal in Mexico and New Ready-To-Ship Interpon Range

The launch responds to increasing demand for speed, simplicity and reliability by integrating 24/7 digital ordering with immediate product availability. By combining digital access with ready-to-ship availability, AkzoNobel enables customers to respond faster to demand, reduce downtime and streamline procurement.

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Univar Solutions to Showcase Future of Coatings at 2026 American Coatings Show

Located at Booth 2229, the company aims to highlight innovations in high-performance and sustainable coating technologies. The showcase focuses on accelerating speed-to-market through distribution-driven pathways and robust supply chain security. Read more

Koria Brings Innovation in Industrial Painting to FEIMEC

FEIMEC brings together companies, specialists, and technologies focused on innovation and the advancement of industry, consolidating itself as one of the main meeting points for the sector in the country. With its participation, Koria seeks to strengthen its presence in the industrial scene, expand connections, and highlight its role as one of the main players in the development of painting solutions in Brazil.

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Industry Leaders to Convene in Stuttgart for SurfaceTechnology GERMANY 2026

With the event opening in just a few days, over 210 exhibiting companies are set to showcase solutions aimed at navigating the complex economic and regulatory hurdles currently facing the sector.

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FANUC to Unveil New CRX-3iA Cobot at Advanced Factories 2026

Under the slogan ‘Do you FANUC? Automation has a name’, the company will showcase a wide array of robotics and service solutions aimed at enhancing industrial efficiency, precision, and digitalisation.

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FANUC Secures Spot in Clarivate’s Top 100 Global Innovators for Fifth Successive Year

A spokesperson for FANUC stated that this recognition validates their objective innovative capacity. The firm intends to continue leveraging its intellectual property to tackle social and environmental challenges, fostering a sustainable society through technological advancement.

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Issue n. 14 of Corrosion Protection Magazine Out Now!

Read the latest issue of the magazine dedicated to corrosion prediction, prevention, protection and mitigation!

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Pflaumer Brothers Introduces TERACURE® MCR-2: MDI-Based Polyisocyanate Pre-Polymer for Corrosion-Resistant Polyurethane Primers

Developed to meet the increasing demand for high-performance protective coatings, TERACURE® MCR-2 from Pflaumer Brothers can deliver a robust combination of mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and formulation flexibility. It is particularly well suited for corrosion-resistant primers used on steel and other metal substrates where long-term protection and coating integrity are critical.

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Arkema Showcased Advanced Coatings for Next-Gen Facilities at Data Center World 2026

The latest coating technologies from Arkema will improve both performance and sustainability of modern data centers globally.

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