Covestro acquired two stand-alone production sites of Vencorex

With this acquisition, Covestro strategically expands and enhances its aliphatics production portfolio in the US and Asia-Pacific, reinforcing its presence in profitable and innovative business areas such as Coatings and Adhesives.

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AkzoNobel to Present Latest Powder Coating Innovations at FABTECH USA

Visitors to Booth #D40111 will see how the AkzoNobel’s Interpon range is helping industries optimise operations, enhance efficiency and advance their sustainability objectives.

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KYZEN to Showcase Aqueous and Vacuum Degreasing Cleaning Chemistries at FABTECH 2025

The KYZEN Clean Team will be on hand at Booth A3160, providing information on its METALNOX cleaning chemistries and offering live in-booth cleaning demonstrations.

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AkzoNobel launches new Interpon Structura collection for South Asia’s architectural market

The new Interpon D2525 Structura powder coating from AkzoNobel offers a fine textured finish in a wide range of colours, combining superior durability, gloss retention, scratch resistance, and sustainability benefits with up to a 20-year warranty and compliance with AAMA 2604 standards.

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Parts Finishing 2025 Cancelled

Parts Finishing was cancelled following strong initial interest, as withdrawals from several companies—driven by cost-cutting, economic uncertainty, and unpredictable business outlooks made a successful event unlikely.

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Estão disponíveis ipcm® Ibérica n. 39 e ipcm® LatinoAmérica n. 51

Revistas da indústria de tratamento e acabamento de superfícies orgânicas e inorgânicas dirigidas aos mercados espanhol e português.

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The Asset Integrity Corrosion and Coatings Conference and Showcase (AICC)

The Asset Integrity Corrosion and Coatings Conference and Showcase (AICC), hosted by SOCAR, the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan, will take place from 9 to 11 December 2025 in Baku. This flagship event centres on the theme “Integrating Sustainability into Asset Integrity and Corrosion Practices,” reflecting the industry’s growing focus on environmentally responsible and cost-efficient management of critical infrastructure.

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New Cuxhaven Berths to Be Protected from Corrosion with Steelpaint System

The multi-layer Stelpant system of Steelpaint includes a zinc-rich moisture-cure polyurethane primer, offering cathodic protection, followed by two layers of polyurethane topcoat engineered for resistance to mechanical abrasion and impact, particularly in submerged zones.

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Venator Earns EcoVadis Gold Sustainability Rating for Third Year in a Row

This achievement places Venator among the top 3% of over 100,000 companies evaluated worldwide, highlighting the company’s consistent commitment to sustainable business practices.

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Graphene-Silver Coating Offers Long-Term Antibacterial Defence

In industrial settings, the graphene-silver coating has strong potential to improve hygiene, reduce contamination, and extend the lifespan of materials and equipment.

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Arkema Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification for All Acrylic Monomer Facilities Worldwide

The ISCC PLUS certifications mark a significant step towards the phased introduction of a comprehensive global range of bio-attributed specialty resins and additives. These include high solids, waterborne, UV-LED-EB, and polyester powder materials, catering to diverse industrial sectors.

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Michael Friede to Depart Brenntag Specialties at End of November 2025

Brenntag SE has announced that Michael Friede, CEO of Brenntag Specialties and member of the Management Board, will step down from his role and leave the company on 30th November 2025.

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AkzoNobel’s Virtual Reality Paint Training Sees Global Success in First Year

As AkzoNobel continues to expand the reach of its VR technology, the initiative stands as a compelling example of innovation driving both environmental progress and workforce development in aerospace coatings.

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Siemens’ All-Electric Paint Line Sets New Standard for Decarbonisation in Manufacturing

Siemens’ all-electric paint line is a powerful demonstration of how innovation in even the most overlooked processes can drive real climate progress.

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Steelpaint Secures Contract with Winning International to Protect Capesize Bulker

The agreement marks the beginning of a formal partnership between the German coatings manufacturer and the major Asian shipowner, significantly expanding Steelpaint’s presence in the region.

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