Company News

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.

RPM Posts Record Quarter as Margins Expand

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

Strong performance across key segments contributed to growth, with more detail emerging in the latest results.

RPM Names New Leadership

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

RPM International Inc. announced leadership changes aimed at supporting growth and operational efficiency across its consumer segment.

WYN Polymers Expands Capacity With New Reactor Startup

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

WYN Polymers announced a new reactor startup designed to increase production capacity and support demand for water-based polymer systems.

IMCD Expands Leadership Across the Americas

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

New appointments point to continued regional focus and evolving commercial strategy.

Sherwin-Williams Expands Coil Coatings Capacity

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A major investment targets growing demand across metal building applications and related markets.

Songwon Expands Price Increases Across Product Portfolio

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd. announced additional price increases tied to continued disruption in feedstock and supply conditions.

Syensqo, Shell Partner on Lower-Carbon Ethylene Oxide Solutions

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

Syensqo and Shell Chemicals Europe B.V. announced a collaboration to supply lower-carbon ethylene oxide-based ingredients for industrial and agricultural markets.

DIC Announces Price Increases for Epoxy Resins and Curing Agents

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

DIC Corporation announced additional pricing actions tied to escalating raw material and operating costs linked to global market conditions.

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.

Nouryon Expands Pricing Actions Across Key Product Lines

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Nouryon announced additional pricing adjustments tied to ongoing cost pressures impacting global petrochemical markets.

Nouryon Announces Global Price Increase

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

Nouryon announced a pricing move tied to ongoing feedstock and energy cost pressures affecting chemical supply chains.

Syensqo Materials Support NASA’s Artemis II Mission

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

The company’s materials played a role in propulsion system reliability.

DKSH Takeover Bid Rejected by Malaysia Unit Shareholders

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

Minority shareholders declined the company’s offer to acquire remaining shares in its Malaysia business.

Arclin Closes $1.8B DuPont Unit Acquisition

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The deal expands Arclin’s portfolio and strengthens its position across key materials markets.

Azelis Expands BASF Coatings Distribution Agreement

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The partnership broadens reach in a targeted industrial segment, signaling continued channel expansion.

RPM Completes Acquisition

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

RPM International Inc. announced it has completed the acquisition of a Germany-based building envelope systems company.

Evonik Results Point to Uneven Chemical Demand

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:24:07 -0400

The company met 2025 expectations while signaling mixed conditions across end markets heading into 2026.

Eastman Raises N-Butyl Alcohol Prices in the Americas

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

Eastman Chemical Company announced a price increase for n-butyl alcohol across North America and Latin America due to market conditions.

Arkema Develops Recyclable Speed Board with Elium Resin

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Arkema introduced a recyclable composite speed board using Elium resin to advance circularity in high-performance applications.

BASF Coatings Names Incoming CEO Ahead of Separation

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

BASF Coatings announced its next leadership move as it prepares to become a standalone coatings company, bringing in experience from outside the sector.

BASF Raises Prices for Key Coatings Intermediate

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

BASF announced a price increase for neopentyl glycol, a polyalcohol used in polyester resin systems for coatings applications.

Covestro, Fraunhofer Advance Pyrolysis Recycling Pilot

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The project aims to scale chemical recycling of polyurethane materials and recover usable intermediates.

New Digital Tool Targets Coatings Spend Optimization

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

PPG Industries announced a new analytics platform to help marine operators analyze coatings purchasing and optimize costs.

PPG Commits $10 Million to Skilled Trades Training

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The initiative expands workforce development tied to coatings application and advanced manufacturing roles.

Axalta Reports Lower Refinish Volumes as Claims Activity Declines

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Axalta Coating Systems announced lower refinish and industrial coating volumes, reflecting reduced claims activity and softer demand across key finishing markets.

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.

AkzoNobel Raises €1.1 Billion to Support Axalta Deal

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

The company launched a dual-tranche bond offering to finance its proposed acquisition of Axalta.

WACKER Raises Silicone Product Prices

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Ongoing supply chain disruption is driving another round of increases across silicone product lines.

Sun Chemical Implements Price Increases Across Portfolio

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

Escalating energy, feedstock and logistics pressures are triggering increases across multiple product divisions.