https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2649 en-us PPG announced a partnership with IPG Photonics and Whirlpool to test a new finishing technology designed to change how powder coatings are cured.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114456 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114456-ppg-collaboration-targets-new-approach-to-powder-coating-curing Marine coatings demand and operational changes contributed to stronger margins and cash flow.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114461 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114461-hempel-delivers-record-profitability-in-latest-annual-results BASF announced an expansion of dispersion production capacity and technical capabilities at a coatings materials facility in South Africa.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114462 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114462-basf-expands-production-capacity-at-african-manufacturing-site The company announced plans to add a new commercial leadership role to its management board as part of its organizational structure.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114460 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114460-imcd-nominates-new-chief-commercial-officer WACKER announced it received a major supplier recognition from 3M following strong supply chain performance and long-standing collaboration.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114454 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114454-3m-recognizes-key-chemical-supplier-with-top-annual-award The company plans to expand its management structure with a new executive position.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114463 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114463-indorama-ventures-permanently-shuts-down-pta-plant The British Coatings Federation announced industry recognition tied to its ongoing work across the coatings sector.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114450 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114450-british-coatings-federation-wins-top-honor-at-2026-taf-awards BASF announced full-year financial results, citing cost-savings efforts, portfolio actions and progress at its Zhanjiang Verbund site.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114449 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114449-basf-details-2025-financial-results-and-cost-savings-progress AkzoNobel announced its 2025 annual report, outlining financial performance, sustainability progress and merger plans during a transitional year.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114448 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:25:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114448-akzonobel-highlights-margin-gains-and-merger-plans-in-annual-report BASF announced higher neopentylglycol prices in the United States and Canada, citing increased raw material costs.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114445 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:40:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114445-basf-raises-neopentylglycol-prices-in-north-america Indorama Ventures announced updated sustainability rankings reflecting ongoing ESG performance in a volatile chemicals market.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114447 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114447-indorama-ventures-ranked-top-5-in-global-esg-assessment Gemini Industries announced a leadership move supporting sales growth and customer engagement in the western United States.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114446 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114446-gemini-industries-names-new-regional-manager Honeywell announced amended acquisition terms for Johnson Matthey’s Catalyst Technologies business, including valuation and timeline changes.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114451 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114451-honeywell-amends-agreement-for-johnson-matthey-catalyst-technologies-unit The company introduced a portfolio framework highlighting powder coatings with verified sustainability and performance attributes.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114435 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114435-akzonobel-introduces-sustainability-designation-for-powder-coatings Dürr introduced an automated application platform that integrates complex graphics directly into the automotive painting process.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114434 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114434-durr-introduces-high-resolution-application-system-for-vehicle-bodies The company completed coating application on a 12,000-dwt cargo vessel as the owner broadens corrosion-protection scope ahead of delivery.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114433 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114433-steelpaint-coats-fourth-xiamen-min-hua-newbuild-ahead-of-delivery AMPP endorsed America’s Maritime Action Plan, underscoring how protective coatings, corrosion control, and standards shape fleet readiness and lifecycle performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114432 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114432-ampp-endorses-us-maritime-strategy Gehring Montgomery announced it secured EcoVadis Platinum status for 2025 and 2026, placing it among the highest-performing companies assessed worldwide.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114429 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:10:02 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114429-gehring-montgomery-achieves-consecutive-ecovadis-platinum-ratings The company said its supervisory board will begin a succession process as the current chief executive prepares for a planned transition.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114430 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:20:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114430-covestro-ceo-will-not-extend-contract-beyond-2028 The firm reflects on five decades supporting formulated products, specialty chemicals and materials-driven markets.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114414 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:02:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114414-chemquest-celebrates-50-years-of-actionable-insights The investment targets long-term supply reliability, safety improvements and manufacturing resilience.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114424 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114424-sun-chemical-to-invest-10-million-in-quinacridone-production The sustainability assessment reflects continued performance across environmental, labor and governance criteria.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114422 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114422-micro-powders-maintains-gold-ecovadis-sustainability-rating The company announced new funding supporting STEM education, sustainability initiatives and employee volunteer programs.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114421 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114421-ppg-invests-181-million-in-global-communities-in-2025 The company released a new color outlook highlighting design directions expected to influence industrial and architectural finishing applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114425 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114425-sherwin-williams-general-industrial-introduces-new-color-trend-forecast Strong volumes and favorable cost conditions drove all-time high sales and earnings as the company heads into its 100th year.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114423 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114423-jotun-reports-record-performance-ahead-of-centenary-year The company announced plans to raise 1,4-butanediol output to support supply security for European customers.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114418 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:51 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114418-basf-expands-european-bdo-production-to-support-supply-security The company announced it received a sustainability-focused award tied to formulation practices across key coatings portfolios.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114416 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114416-stahl-recognized-by-global-apparel-brand-for-formulation-work The expanded agreement strengthens epoxy resin availability for CASE applications in select regional markets.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114419 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114419-brenntag-and-westlake-epoxy-expand-distribution-agreement The recognition reflects progress across environmental performance, ethics and social responsibility benchmarks.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114420 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114420-organik-kimya-earns-global-sustainability-recognition The appointment follows a recent investment and supports governance and long-term capital planning.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114407 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114407-ocsial-names-former-goldman-sachs-partner-to-board