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BASF Opens High-Performance Dispersant Production Line in Nanjing, China

High-performance dispersants play a vital role in coatings, improving pigment dispersion, colour performance and system stability. CFRP technology meets the demands of high-end markets for a broader colour gamut and superior product performance.

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Striking Gold: Henkel Launches New Colour Variant of Thin Organic Coating for Metal Surfaces

Henkel’s new Colour TOC keeps metals protected with a thin, durable layer while adding colour for visual appeal, brand recognition, and anti-counterfeiting. It’s easy to apply, works with existing production lines, and maintains consistent gloss and colour even in tough conditions.

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AkzoNobel’s Interpon D Launches in India’s Consumer Windows & Doors Market

Designed to combine style, durability, and sustainability, these coatings meet international standards and withstand India’s challenging environmental conditions.

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Dürr consolidates Italian operations as CPM and Olpidürr merge to form Dürr Systems Italy S.p.A.

Dürr Systems Italy S.p.A. will combine expertise in final assembly and painting technologies, operating from Milan and Turin with around 120 employees. The merger aligns with Dürr’s global strategy and aims to deliver a broader, more efficient service offering for customers in the automotive and industrial sectors, while maintaining continuity of existing contracts.

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Ivana Radic Borsic Appointed Executive Vice-President and Managing Director of CorteCros

In her expanded role, Ivana Radic Borsic will focus on maximising the production of Cortec’s advanced corrosion protection technologies at its Croatian facilities to meet growing international demand.

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The Issue n. 96 of ipcm® International Paint&Coating Magazine Is Out Now!

Read the latest issue of the magazine dedicated to surface treatments and organic and inorganic finishes: special issue on ace & off-road vehicles and industrial cleaning technologies.

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Están disponibles ipcm® Ibérica n. 40 e ipcm® LatinoAmérica n. 52

Las revistas para la industria de los tratamientos superficiales y acabados orgánicos e inorgánicos dirigidas al mercado español y portugués.

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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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