Join this episode to hear from Patrick O’Neill, PPG’s Global Synthesis Director and 2025 PCI Lifetime Achievement Award winner, as he reflects on innovation and leadership.

From widening leads to mid-market shakeups, this episode unpacks key business moves and takeaways from the 2025 PCI 25 and Global Top 10 rankings. Read the full rankings in the July eBook after listening. 

The ChemQuest Group’s Dr. Vickie Scarborough joins the podcast to explore how paint films are disrupting traditional coatings markets.

SRI has developed an advanced cooling paint that passively reduces surface temperatures by reflecting solar radiation and emitting heat back into space. This technology is poised to transform how corporations, cities and consumers manage thermal regulation without energy consumption.

Nathan Biller of ChemQuest discusses how advancements in powder coatings are keeping pace with — and helping drive — the electric vehicle revolution.

Jotun’s Regulatory Affairs Manager for Hull Performance Petter Korslund discusses regulatory challenges, biofouling innovations and sustainability trends shaping the future of marine coatings and global shipping.