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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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Trasmetal Expands into North-America

With this strategic investment, Trasmetal aims to build lasting partnerships, enhance its market presence, and deliver greater value to customers throughout North-America.

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CEPE Challenges Critical Chemical Alliance’s Conclusions on Downstream Lead Markets

CEPE, the European Council of the Paint, Printing Ink, and Artists’ Colours Industry, is challenging the conclusions on downstream lead markets by the European Commission’s Critical Chemicals Alliance (CCA).

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Water-Based Anticorrosion Coatings Extend Air Supply Unit Service Life by 10 Years

Cortec® coating system helps automotive manufacturer postpone equipment replacement and achieve estimated savings of millions of dollars.

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Double Honours for AkzoNobel Powder Coatings at the Maxion Wheels Supplier Awards

The recognition reinforces AkzoNobel Powder Coatings' commitment to developing advanced coating solutions that help customers improve performance, durability and sustainability – thus demonstrating how close collaboration continues to drive progress across the automotive industry.

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Ciemme Acquires the Hydro Italia Brand: An Italian Hub for Water and Solvent Treatment in Industry Is Born

Ciemme S.r.l., a Modena-based company that has been designing and manufacturing solvent recovery distillers and industrial washing systems for 45 years, announces the acquisition of the brand and technological assets of Hydro Italia, a leading company in industrial wastewater treatment. Hydro Italia specialises in chemical-physical treatment plants, flotation units, evaporators, oil separators and filter presses, and has its own line of dedicated chemical products.

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Tech CEOs Attend ADIPEC 2026 As AI Drives Energy and Operations

Taking place in Abu Dhabi from 2-5 November, ADIPEC 2026 will connect technology innovators with the energy operators, investors and policymakers responsible for putting smart solutions to work at scale.

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Global Industrie 2027 Unveils Industrial Futures: A Showcase for Next-Generation Manufacturing

A new initiative bringing together artificial intelligence, robotics, deep tech and sustainable manufacturing will make its debut at Global Industrie in Lyon (France) from 15 to 18 March 2027.

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FreiLacke Named EMEA Supplier of the Year at the 2025 Maxion Supplier Awards

Maxion Wheels recognises FreiLacke for its outstanding performance, product quality and long-standing partnership, highlighting the importance of reliable and sustainable coating solutions.

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Henkel Boosts Metal Pretreatment Efficiency with APNR 2.0 No-Rinse Adhesion Promotion Technology

With APNR 2.0, Henkel aims to make no-rinse pretreatment an increasingly versatile solution for metal processors seeking to improve operational efficiency, reduce resource consumption, and meet evolving environmental requirements.

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WindEnergy Hamburg 2026 Was a Success for Anticorrosion Coatings Manufacturer DÖRKEN

DÖRKEN showcased its comprehensive expertise in the field of functional surfaces and corrosion protection systems for demanding applications in the onshore and offshore sectors.

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ADIPEC 2026 To See Record Asian Participation as Energy Demand Continues to Rise

More than 350 Asian companies will take part in ADIPEC 2026 in Abu Dhabi, reflecting the region’s growing influence on global energy markets and its increasing need for investment in energy infrastructure, technology and supply.

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EcoCortec® VpCI® Packaging Reduces Energy Consumption and Emissions in Production Processes

By replacing conventional rust-prevention oils and greases with VpCI® packaging, manufacturers can eliminate energy-intensive washing and drying stages while reducing hazardous waste and simplifying production processes.

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SurTec Made Its Debut at WindEnergy Hamburg: Engineered Surfaces for Wind Power

SurTec made its debut at WindEnergy Hamburg 2026, presenting its portfolio of chemical specialities for demanding surface applications in the wind energy industry.

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