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HANNOVER MESSE 2026 to Highlight Automation, Digitalisation and AI

HANNOVER MESSE is taking place from 20th to 24th April 2026.

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BASF, Porsche and BEST Complete Pilot Project on Chemical Recycling of Vehicle Waste

The pilot project is being hailed as a milestone in defossilisation, proving that high-quality plastics for demanding automotive applications can be produced without fossil raw materials.

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ArtiCoating: Compact, Flexible and Intuitive Robot for Industrial Coating Applications from ITS

With ArtiCoating, the Czech company ITS introduces a proprietary robotic solution developed to meet current demands in the coating industry. This compact robot application enhances both efficiency and flexibility in painting processes and is suitable for small-batch, high-mix production environments.

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Middle East Metallurgy Corrosion & Coatings (MECOC) EXPO 2026

Scheduled for January 26 –29, 2026 at the Rixos Marina, Abu Dhabi, UAE, MECOC brings together global industry leaders, researchers, and decision-makers to exchange insights, showcase innovations, and build collaborations.

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From Decarbonisation to AI: World Maritime Forum to Map the Sector’s Future in Copenhagen

With its world-class programme, influential speakers, extensive exhibition and unrivalled participation, the World Maritime Forum 2026 is poised to set a new benchmark for global maritime gatherings.

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The Issue n. 95 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 aluminium!

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Emerging Technologies and Applications: Advanced Coatings

Coatings are a vital tool across numerous industries worldwide. Thomas Bithell, a technology analyst at market intelligence firm IDTechEx, has shared a new release offering insights into the potential applications of advanced coatings technologies.

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AkzoNobel and NIO Win Major Innovation Award for Groundbreaking EV Coating

The new Interpon A1000 product demonstrates the growing functional role of powder coatings in automotive applications and reinforces AkzoNobel’s position in the EV mobility sector. Through its Resicoat powder brand, the company already provides solutions designed to deliver electrical insulation for EV components such as battery systems and electric motors.

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Chemetall Wins Airbus SQIP Award for Tenth Consecutive Year

Airbus highlighted Chemetall’s exceptional delivery record and longstanding role as a reliable partner within its supply chain.

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Brenntag CEO Jens Birgersson Takes Direct Charge of Essentials Division

Brenntag remains committed to its strategic focus on the paints and coatings sector, aiming to continue delivering value to its customers and partners.

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Protech Group Acquires LOES Enterprises

This acquisition marks a key step in Protech’s ongoing growth and diversification strategy within the coatings industry.

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Ensuring Power Plant Startup Readiness: Keep the Lights on with Cortec® VpCI® Preservation

Cortec® VpCI® solutions prevent corrosion, reduce downtime, and ensure critical power plant assets are ready for immediate startup.

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Strategic Consolidation of IEC+

This strategic move is part of IM GROUP's ongoing commitment to ensuring greater efficiency, faster delivery times, and optimized cost structures for the benefit of all customers in the paints, coatings, and chemicals industries.

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Five Months Ahead of its 33rd Edition, BIEMH Strengthens International Presence at EMO Hannover 2025

BIEMH 2026 is taking place from 2nd to 6th March at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (Spain).

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Paint & Coatings Italy 2025: the event dedicated to paints, coatings, and applied chemistry kicks off in two weeks

Two days of training, innovation, and networking to explore the latest sustainable technologies and industry trends.

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