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Borchers Names IMCD as Exclusive Distributor for Coating Additives in Mexico

The agreement grants IMCD exclusive rights to supply Borchers’ coating additives to customers across the paints, coatings, and adhesives, sectors. The move marks a significant step in Borchers’ strategy to broaden access to its innovative solutions throughout the region.

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Lubrizol Advances Sustainable Innovation in the Asia-Pacific Coatings Sector

Lubrizol’s ongoing investment in the Asia-Pacific market highlights its commitment to providing local customers with cutting-edge technologies and specialised technical support. By aligning its innovation strategy with sustainability priorities, the company is enabling formulators to develop coatings that satisfy increasingly stringent regulatory standards and respond to rising consumer demand for environmentally responsible products.

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Lesta LEBOT Picchio: The Compact Painting Robot for Small Parts

Reliable and now even more optimized, Lesta LEBOT Picchio is the compact robot designed for painting small parts. Featuring 3 axes, it has long been a practical and accessible solution for industrial painting automation. Designed to combine a compact footprint with maximum performance, this robot is ideal for companies producing small components such as gas cylinders, funeral urns, helmets, balls, or furniture elements.

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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.

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Sherwin-Williams Introduces ProGRID™: A Next-Generation Energy-Focused Coating Portfolio

Combining ease of application, durability, and long-term efficiency, ProGRID reflects decades of Sherwin-Williams expertise, global support, and customised solutions for energy infrastructure.

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Another Successful Dörken Days 2025 Highlights Global Industry Challenges

The event recently hosted by Dörken underscored the worldwide nature of the challenges facing the corrosion protection industry and the importance of maintaining global connections.

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LB Group to Acquire Venator’s Greatham TiO₂ Site and Assets

By adding Greatham’s production capabilities and high-performance TiO₂ products to its portfolio, LB Group can better serve European customers with more efficient, long-lasting, and sustainable coatings solutions.

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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.

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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.

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Graco Inc. Acquires Radia Products, A Leading Manufacturer Of Paint Mixing Equipment

Acquisition complements Graco’s position in the growing colour solutions market

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allnex Completes ISCC PLUS Certification for Powder Coatings and Radcure Products Worldwide

allnex achieves global ISCC PLUS certification for powder coatings and Radcure products, enabling all sites to offer more sustainable alternatives and helping customers lower the carbon footprint of their end applications.

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Cortec® Successfully Protects Oil and Gas Spares from Corrosion

Cortec® has pioneered corrosion solutions that restore and protect warehoused spares, allowing facilities to reclaim asset value and maintain production uptime.

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Into the dark: Basotect® Dark EcoBalanced, The World’s First Dark Melamine Resin Foam

BASF is expanding its Basotect® portfolio with Basotect® Dark EcoBalanced, that combine the excellent acoustic and safety properties with a homogeneous dark colour.

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Mankiewicz unveils Colours of the Year 2026 – resilience emerges as a defining theme

The focus for 2026 is resilience – the ability to balance stability and versatility. Tree House evokes grounding and security, Ice Water embodies clarity and calm, while Sour radiates optimism and zest for life. Together, the three shades make strength, composure, and confidence visible.

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Brenntag Specialties Partners with Calyxia to Expand Distribution in Paints and Coatings

By focusing on paints and coatings, the partnership enables formulators to access innovative solutions that enhance both product performance and sustainability, supporting the industry’s evolving demands.

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