This year’s distributor coverage examines resilience and change across acquisitions, regulation, sustainability and supply chain strategies in paint and coatings.
Shifting tax, trade and regulatory policies are reshaping the chemical supply chain, creating both challenges and opportunities for paint and coatings manufacturers.
Economic uncertainty may dominate today’s market, but distributors are finding opportunity in innovation, sustainability, and stronger partnerships to build a more resilient coatings industry.
Even amid tariffs, tightening supply chains, and shifting regulations, coatings distributors are leaning on technical expertise, digital tools, and sustainable solutions to shape the industry’s future.
AkzoNobel’s new Nilai facility will accelerate regional innovation in sustainable decorative paints, with advanced labs and robotic testing capabilities.
Who are the top coatings manufacturers in North America and worldwide? Plus, get leadership insights from some of the top players on strategy, innovation and performance.
Coatings manufacturers face supply chain challenges from raw material shortages, price volatility and regulations. Strategies like nearshoring and AI offer solutions.