Articles by PCI Editorial Staff

The Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit call for abstracts is in its final weeks, with rolling review continuing as the technical program takes shape. The deadline for submissions is April 10. 

Early signs of volatility are emerging as geopolitical tensions start influencing feedstocks, logistics routes and cost structures across the industry.

PCI EXCLUSIVE: Dow’s latest results point to a broader shift as artificial intelligence and restructuring become embedded in day-to-day operations across chemical and coatings companies.

U.S. Green Building Council said it will remain engaged in UN climate pacts following a Trump administration memorandum directing U.S. withdrawal from multiple international organizations.

Multiple state programs moved into new phases that affect product categories and manufacturer obligations tied to intentionally added PFAS.

Industry leaders share real-world examples of how AI is reshaping coatings R&D, from data foundations to formulation speed, sourcing and talent strategy.

PCI editorial staff weigh in on the $25 billion AkzoNobel and Axalta merger of equals, examining global-scale market reach leadership plans and competitive impact.

In Detroit, the company outlined a concept factory and a solvent-free electrode process positioned for pilot scale across EV and storage applications.

On-demand sessions are now streaming, and next year’s Summit will return Sept. 15-17, 2026.

TIME’s 2025 ranking included several coatings manufacturers — and one company just revealed more on its performance.