Industry News

PPG Announces Global Price Increase, Updates Earnings Guidance

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

PPG pairs a global pricing move with stronger-than-expected results, pointing to continued momentum despite ongoing cost pressures.

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.

CTT Summit Extends Speaker Deadline

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Coatings professionals now have more time to submit technical abstracts, as organizers look to expand the September program.

Iran Conflict Drives Raw Material Price Increases

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:33:23 -0400

Suppliers across multiple raw material categories are raising prices as energy, shipping and feedstock disruptions persist.

Paint Recycling Program Expands to Another State

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A new rollout adds infrastructure and access for paint recycling, building momentum behind stewardship efforts.

CPI Launches Hybrid, Year-Round Professional Development Program

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The redesigned training program features virtual and in-person courses spanning polyurethane chemistry and materials applications.

ACC, OSHA Renew Safety Collaboration

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

An updated agreement signals continued focus on training, outreach and workplace safety initiatives.

Adhesive Training Program Targets Early Career Talent

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A university partnership is giving engineering students hands-on exposure to automation and process control, with implications for future manufacturing roles.

Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Opens Door to Potential Refunds

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

RadTech shared industry guidance following a ruling that invalidated certain tariffs and raised questions around refund eligibility.

World Paint and Coatings Week Highlights Global Impact

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The annual initiative underscored coatings’ role across infrastructure, sustainability and industrial innovation worldwide.

BASF Raises Amines Prices in North America

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

BASF announced price increases across its amines portfolio, citing logistics costs and global petrochemical market pressures.

Burgess Pigment to Make Acquisition

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A definitive agreement brings together two specialty minerals producers serving coatings and industrial applications.

CTT Summit Abstract Deadline Approaches

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:43:00 -0400

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.

UK Pilot Tests Leftover Paint Return Model

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A British Coatings Federation initiative is trialing a take-back system aimed at improving paint reuse and reducing waste.

AMPP Launches Workforce Initiative to Address Talent Gap

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AMPP introduced TalentForce to support workforce development across the corrosion industry.

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.

Industry Mourns Loss of National Polymer Team Member

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

National Polymer announced the passing of Robert Toothman, who worked in compounding and warehouse operations.

LANXESS Raises Prices for Key Intermediates

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

LANXESS announced price increases affecting two key intermediates used across coatings and polymer formulations.

ACD Urges Review of Ocean Shipping Surcharges

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Alliance for Chemical Distribution urged federal regulators to examine new ocean shipping surcharges impacting chemical distributors and global supply chains.

FOCUS 2026 Program Announced

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Detroit Society for Coatings Technology released the technical program for FOCUS 2026, scheduled for April 30 in Livonia, Michigan.

Songwon Raises Prices Across Additives Portfolio

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Songwon Industrial Co. announced global price increases of 12%–20% for polymer stabilizers and coatings products.

New ISO Standard for Ship Hull Cleaning

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

ISO released a new standard aimed at environmentally responsible ship hull cleaning, developed with input from marine coatings stakeholders including Jotun.

Canadian Coatings Conference Announces Keynote

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400

The Canadian Coatings Association announced the keynote speaker for its upcoming conference, highlighting decades of experience in the coatings industry.

Middle East Coatings Show Rescheduled to September 2026 in Dubai

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Coatings Group announced that the 2026 Middle East Coatings Show will take place Sept. 28–30 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre.

AMPP Adds New Technical Programming for 2026 Conference

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

New sessions highlight emerging research and corrosion challenges as the organization expands its annual technical program.

ACD Responds to Nomination for Homeland Security Secretary

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The organization outlined its position following the nomination of Sen. Markwayne Mullin for the cabinet role.

Color Forecasts Under Review at CMG VisionNxt Roundtable

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Color Marketing Group will convene global experts to examine how annual color declarations influence strategy and product development.

BCF Receives Top Honor at 2026 TAF Awards

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500

The British Coatings Federation announced industry recognition tied to its ongoing work across the coatings sector.

AkzoNobel Reports Margin Gains and Portfolio Shifts

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:25:00 -0500

AkzoNobel announced its 2025 annual report, outlining financial performance, sustainability progress and merger plans during a transitional year.

BASF Raises Neopentylglycol Prices in North America

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:40:00 -0500

BASF announced higher neopentylglycol prices in the United States and Canada, citing increased raw material costs.