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PPG Showcases Advanced Coating Solutions at FABTECH Las Vegas 2026

PPG’s latest coating solutions - showcased at FABTECH Las Vegas 2026 - combine enhanced durability with smooth, high-quality finishes while meeting stringent performance requirements.

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Semana Internacional de la Construcción 2026 to Bring Together Over 500 Companies at IFEMA MADRID

From 10 to 13 November, CONSTRUTEC, VETECO, SMART DOORS and PISCIMAD will turn Madrid into a key meeting point for construction professionals, with industrialisation, sustainability and digitalisation at the heart of the event.

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FreiLacke LackLager: A Wide Range of Colours with No Waiting Time

FreiLacke offers a wide selection of powder coatings available immediately from its LackLager warehouse.

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Deliveries to Southern Italy Disrupted: Assovernici Calls for Urgent Action

Deliveries to Southern Italy disrupted, goods stranded and additional logistics costs mounting: Assovernici calls for an urgent solution. Surveys conducted among member companies reveal serious operational difficulties. Restoring the free movement of goods and preventing disruptions from spreading to other parts of the country are essential.

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Dörken Acquired J.W. Ostendorf to Strengthen Its Position in the European Paints and Coatings Market

The acquisition brings together Dörken’s expertise in professional coatings and R&D with J.W. Ostendorf’s manufacturing capabilities and strong presence in the DIY and private label segments.

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Issue n. 16 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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EXPO-SURFACE 2027: Surface Treatment Technologies in Action at Industrial Spring

As part of the Industrial Spring trade show cycle, EXPO-SURFACE returns to EXPO KIELCE from 6 to 9 April 2027. The event puts surface treatment technologies, industrial coating systems, and advanced finishing solutions front and centre, providing an essential platform for the modern manufacturing sector.

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Cathodic Protection at the Centre of the 5th “Pietro Pedeferri” Study Day

The 5th edition of the “Pietro Pedeferri” Study Day, dedicated to corrosion and materials protection in memory of the founder of the Corrosion and Protection of Metallic Materials school at Politecnico di Milano, will take place on 27 November at the university’s Conference Hall.

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How To Automate the Coating of Large Industrial Components?

Discover how Lesta automates the coating of large industrial components with customised robotic solutions designed to overcome complex production challenges.

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iGM Resins Strengthens Its APAC Presence with New Flagship Office in Shanghai

iGM Resins has officially inaugurated its new flagship office in Shanghai, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the Asia-Pacific region and strengthening its ability to support customers and partners across the paints and coatings industry.

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AkzoNobel and Axalta to be Called Axanzo Following Merger

The planned merger, announced in November 2025, will create a global coatings leader with the scale, strength and reach to accelerate sustainable growth and deliver breakthrough innovation. The envisaged post-closing NYSE and Euronext Amsterdam ticker symbol will be AXZ.

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Surventis Publishes First Sustainability Report and Reaffirms 2030 Targets

Surventis has published its first sustainability report. Covering the 2025 financial year, the report outlines the company’s achievements across its three strategic sustainability priorities: climate protection, resource efficiency, and safe and sustainable solutions, while reaffirming its ambitions and targets through 2030.

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HMG Paints Supports Restoration of Historic British Buses with Specialist Coatings

The collaboration highlights the importance of specialist coating technologies and accurate colour reproduction in heritage vehicle restoration, where preserving historical authenticity must be balanced with long-term surface protection.

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ECKART Marks 150 Years of Innovation and Transformation

Looking ahead to the next chapter, ECKART will continue to focus on advancing material technologies, supporting sustainable development and creating solutions for the industries of tomorrow.

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