The European Council of the Paint, Printing Ink, and Artists’ Colours Industry has elected a new PPG executive to its board as Roald Johannsen, PPG vice president for EMEA Automotive OEM Coatings, steps down.
Environmental regulations drive the demand for VOC-free coatings, while Asia Pacific emerges as the leading producer and consumer of industrial coatings.
BASF’s Coatings division introduced its 2024-2025 Automotive Color Trends, showcasing innovative and sustainable designs inspired by communication technology.