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Tariffs Reshape Coatings Supply Strategies

PCI Editorial Staff

May 9, 2025

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New surcharges and supply shifts are shaking up coatings production, especially in automotive manufacturing.

Canadian Coatings Association Names New CEO

May 9, 2025

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Dave Carey brings deep advocacy experience as he steps into the role following Gary LeRoux’s retirement.

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Coatings Industry Mourns Eric Jenkins

May 9, 2025

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Jenkins is remembered for his leadership, passion, and dedication to the coatings community.

Peninsula Polymers Forms Joint Venture with Rodaj to Expand in Mexico

May 9, 2025

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Peninsula Polymers announced a new joint venture with Mexican specialty distributor Rodaj to support local growth in CASE and packaging markets.

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Pilot Chemical Partners with Novvi to Launch Biobased AOS Surfactants in North America

May 9, 2025

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Pilot Chemical announced an exclusive partnership with Novvi LLC to commercialize biobased alpha olefin sulfonates for cleaning and personal care applications.

Sun Chemical Adds Tariff Surcharge

May 8, 2025

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The company adjusts pigment pricing in response to trade policy changes affecting raw materials.

Vibrantz Wins Edison Award for Solid-Colorant Tinting Innovation

May 8, 2025

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Vibrantz Technologies announced it won the 2025 Gold Edison Award for its patented Pearls solid-colorant tinting system.

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DuPont Grows Segments Despite Q1 Loss

May 8, 2025

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Organic growth and margin gains balance a noncash charge in the company’s latest financial report.

RadTech Announces Winners of UV+EB Degradability Challenge

May 7, 2025

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RadTech named Dr. Chen Wang and Dr. Travis Walker winners of its 2025 Degradability Challenge for innovations in compostable and degradable polymers.

BASF Holds Outlook as Tariffs Loom

May 7, 2025

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Q1 results show steady EBITDA and strong local operations despite global trade uncertainty.

AkzoNobel Reports Margin Gains and Portfolio Shifts

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Energy Disruptions Begin to Hit Coatings Supply Chain

PPG announced the installation of a state-of-the-art pilot finishing line that features IPG’s PhotoniCURE™ laser curing system at its powder manufacturing and technical facility in Strongsville, Ohio.

PPG Tests New Laser-Based Approach to Powder Coating Curing

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