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BASF Coatings Names New Global Refinish Leader

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:26:00 -0400

A former Axalta and FinishMaster executive will lead BASF Coatings’ global automotive refinish business through its next phase.

Nippon Paint, Sherwin-Williams End AkzoNobel Pursuit

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:47:00 -0400

A closely watched coatings industry proposal has ended with new statements from involved companies.

Nippon Tank Implosion Update: Death Toll Rises

Wed, 27 May 2026 15:38:00 -0400

Officials said another injured person has died after the Longview, Washington, tank implosion as recovery efforts remain complicated by unstable conditions.

Chemical Tank Emergency Prompts California Evacuations

Wed, 27 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

An overheated tank at a California facility prompted evacuation orders and a hazardous materials response.

AkzoNobel Rejects Cash Offer From Nippon Paint, Sherwin-Williams

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:37:00 -0400

Sherwin-Williams and Nippon Paint made a competing cash offer for AkzoNobel. Read how AkzoNobel reacted and how it plans to proceed.

Nippon Tank Implosion Leaves Workers Missing

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:35:00 -0400

A Washington pulp and paper facility reported a tank failure involving a caustic chemical mixture used in papermaking.

EPA Announces New PFAS Rulemaking

Fri, 22 May 2026 08:42:00 -0400

The agency’s latest action could affect compliance timelines, public water systems and the broader regulatory landscape for PFAS.

Lawsuit Puts Reflecting Pool Coating Project in the Spotlight

Sun, 17 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A legal challenge over the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool project raises questions about historic review, public input and work at a major National Mall site.

New Filing Offers Update on Axalta-Akzo Merger

Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The latest document tied to the proposed AkzoNobel-Axalta merger focuses on governance and board remuneration.

AkzoNobel Moves to Exit Another Market

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0400

AkzoNobel announced a divestment agreement tied to its ongoing portfolio review strategy, with closing expected later this year.

Energy Disruptions Begin to Hit Coatings Supply Chain

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400

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

AkzoNobel Moves to Reshape Supervisory Board as Strategic Talks Continue

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:53:00 -0400

AkzoNobel announced nominations for two reappointments and a new supervisory board member tied to investor Cevian Capital.

Supreme Court Limits Emergency Authority in Tariff Policy

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500

A 6–3 decision curtails how emergency powers can be used in trade policy, leaving major cost and enforcement questions unresolved.

Waterborne Symposium Honors 2026 Paper Award Winners

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Paper Awards presented at the Waterborne Symposium highlighted research contributions across waterborne coatings and polymer science.

Henkel Agrees to Acquire Stahl for €2.1 Billion

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Henkel reached an agreement to acquire Stahl, positioning the specialty coatings business within its Adhesive Technologies portfolio, pending regulatory review.

Diamond Vogel Exits Architectural Retail Through Two Divestments

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:03:00 -0500

Diamond Vogel announced two architectural retail divestments as it shifts away from company-owned stores.

Akzo Completes Strategic Sale

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:38:00 -0500

AkzoNobel announced completion of a major divestment as the company continues reshaping its long-term portfolio.

WACKER Plans More Than 1,500 Job Cuts

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

The company confirmed a multiyear plan focused on significant annual savings and operational restructuring.

Early Commentary on the AkzoNobel–Axalta Merger

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Early reactions to the AkzoNobel–Axalta merger reveal strategic optimism, investor pushback and muted market response. Here’s what industry commentary is signaling so far.

What the AkzoNobel–Axalta Merger Means for the Future of Coatings

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500

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.

AkzoNobel and Axalta Announce $25 Billion Merger

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -0500

AkzoNobel and Axalta announced a merger of equals to create a global coatings company with expanded market reach, enhanced technology platforms and a unified leadership structure.

BASF Sells Coatings Business

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:53:00 -0400

The company entered a binding agreement with a global investment group on its coatings business and has outlined next steps.

Coatings Experts Tackle Carbon Footprint Across the Value Chain

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

A new PCI webinar brings together leaders from Arkema, Omya, PPG, Beckers, AkzoNobel and Adeo to share strategies for cutting emissions and advancing coatings sustainability.

BASF Nears Decision on Coatings Business Divestiture

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The company provided an update on its 2028 financial targets while indicating that decisions on its coatings portfolio are approaching.

PPG's Patrick O’Neill Awarded PCI's Lifetime Achievement Award

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

PCI announced this year’s honoree at the Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit, celebrating decades of leadership in innovation.

Canadian Coatings Association Unveils Bold Brand Refresh to Reflect Innovation, Clarity and Leadership

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Canadian Coatings Association unveiled a new brand identity, aligning with its strategic vision and reinforcing its leadership in the CASE industry.

Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit Kicks Off September 3

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400

CTT Summit begins September 3 in Lombard, Illinois, featuring technical sessions, short courses and a sold-out exhibit hall.

BASF Advances Coatings Division Sales Talks

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400

BASF invited second-round bids for its coatings division, but questions remain about who’s in, who’s out and what it’s worth, according to Bloomberg.

Trump Grants HON Rule Exemption to Dow and Others

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400

President Trump delayed EPA HON Rule enforcement for Dow and others, citing national security and economic needs.

BASF Adjusts 2025 Outlook

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Preliminary figures for the second quarter show earnings declines in some segments, and gains in others.