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18LUG

Bio-Based Solvents Drive Sustainability in Paints and Coatings Industry

Ceresana reports strong global growth in bio-based solvents for paints and coatings, driven by sustainability and stricter regulations. These renewable, biodegradable solvents reduce VOC emissions and reliance on fossil fuels while maintaining product performance.

17LUG

Syensqo Gains Certification for Digital Product Carbon Footprint Tool

Syensqo has committed to reaching carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040. This certification marks a significant step forward in that journey.

09GIU

BYK to Phase Out PFAS-Containing Additives by End of 2025

BYK has developed products that deliver formerly properties without the use of PFAS, marking a significant step towards more sustainable chemical solutions.

06GIU

Milliken Launches Low-VOC Catalyst to Meet Evolving Coatings Regulations

This high-performance catalyst from Milliken offers a fast-drying solution for alkyd coatings while significantly reducing Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) content.

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06GIU

Elementis Launches THIXATROL® 5050W – Metallic Effect Pigment Orientation Agent

The newly-developed pigment from Elementis will offer ideal balance between visual impact and formulation efficiency.

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05GIU

Venator Launches New TMP- and TME-Free TIOXIDE® TR85 Pigment Optimised for Coatings Applications

This launch marks the second product in Venator’s growing portfolio of TMP- and TME-free pigments, following the introduction of TIOXIDE® TR81 earlier this year.

Photo: operator of AKZONOBEL while formulatign paints

13MAG

AkzoNobel Partners with BASF to Cut Carbon Footprint of High-Volume Paints in EMEA

This move is part of AkzoNobel’s broader strategy to innovate sustainably and help customers reduce their own environmental footprints through the products they choose.

07MAG

hubergroup Chemicals to Showcase Bio-Based Oligomers for Industrial UV-Coatings at RadTech 2025

hubergroup Chemicals unveiled its latest innovation at this year’s RadTech UV+EB Technology and Conference in Detroit, Michigan: high-performance, bio-based UV-oligomers tailored for industrial applications.

17APR

UP Catalyst Turns CO₂ into Graphite FOR Major Benefits for Paints and Coatings

UP Catalyst, with a focus on both global sustainability and future space exploration, is transforming CO₂ into valuable materials for paints and coatings.

A researcher from Covestro testing a new coating formulation

31MAR

Covestro Will Open an Automated Laboratory for Developing Coating Formulations

Covestro will be able to test tens of thousands of formulations with its crosslinkers and binders per year.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Caojing plant

25MAR

BASF Increased the Production Capacities to Meet the Growing Automotive Coatings Demand in Asia-Pacific

BASF has now increased the production of polyester and polyurethane resins for automotive coatings to 18,800 metric tons per year.

24MAR

Guangzhou Coatings and Surface Finishing Expo 2025

Spanning over 20,000 square meters, this premier event will bring together leading industry players to showcase cutting-edge innovations in coatings and surface finishing.

The personnel of Brenntag and GFBiochemicals

19MAR

Brenntag To Distribute the Safer and Sustainable Esters of GFBiochemicals in Europe

Brenntag is further expanding its sustainable product portfolio, offering a safer and more sustainable alternative to petrochemical solvents for the CASE market.

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17MAR

Evonik Coating Additives Launches First Mass Balanced Products for Coatings

These innovative additives from Evonik provide formulators with the same trusted wetting and defoaming properties while integrating sustainable sourcing through the mass balance approach.

12MAR

Evonik Unveils TEGO® Foamex 8420 for High-Performance Defoaming in Paints and Coatings

With this latest innovation, Evonik continues to expand its range of solutions for the coatings industry, reinforcing its commitment to delivering sustainable, high-performance additives.