News

Chemical Incidents Raise Storage Safety Questions

Sun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A fatal Washington tank implosion and a California methyl methacrylate emergency have renewed attention on storage risks and emergency response.

Asian Paints Reports Growth Amid Coatings Momentum

Sat, 30 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The company reported quarterly and fiscal-year results, with industrial coatings contributing to performance across its broader business.

Jotun Reports Strong Start to 2026

Sat, 30 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The company reported higher sales and earnings, while also flagging raw material and logistics risks tied to regional conflict.

What’s Next After AkzoNobel Rejected the Cash Offer?

Fri, 29 May 2026 12:20:00 -0400

A cash offer, pending shareholder vote and strong reader response are keeping attention on what could come next.

MNYPIA Sets Date for Annual Golf Outing

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The annual John Rutledge Memorial Golf Outing includes breakfast, golf, cocktails and an awards banquet luncheon.

BASF Coatings Pushes Into Robotic Refinish

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The company is connecting coatings, digital workflows and application expertise as body shop operations continue to evolve.

Tank Implosion Moves to Recovery as River Contamination Is Confirmed

Thu, 28 May 2026 07:03:00 -0400

Reuters reported the search has moved to recovery as officials confirmed contamination entered the Columbia River.

Univar Solutions Broadens Dow Additives Access

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The agreement expands access to silicone technologies across EMEA markets, including products used in coatings and related applications.

Azelis, Arxada Expand Industrial Partnership

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The agreement adds new products in France for industrial applications, including coatings-related market segments.

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.

WEG Expands Coatings Reach in Colombia

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

The new distribution center will support regional demand for industrial coatings, anticorrosive coatings and related high-performance products.

H.B. Fuller and Ancora Holdings Clash Over Proposed Medical Adhesives Acquisition

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

A proposed acquisition has drawn attention as H.B. Fuller and Ancora Holdings take opposing positions on the deal.

H.B. Fuller Plans Aerospace Manufacturing Hub

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

The new center is designed to support growth across aviation, space and defense markets.

ChemQuest Adds Specialty Chemicals Executive

Sat, 23 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The ChemQuest Group appointed a new director with experience in coatings, adhesives, sealants and construction materials.

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.

Uncountable Hosts AI Innovation Summit

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

Uncountable hosted its Unify Summit 2026, bringing together product development teams from chemicals, advanced materials and other industries.

PPG Reports New Sustainability Progress

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

PPG’s latest report outlines updates tied to products, emissions, operations, suppliers and community programs.

Sanitization Chemical Companies Combine in New Deal

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

Grace Matthews advised Nyco Products in a transaction involving two long-established cleaning chemical manufacturers.

BASF Announces Strategic Business Sale

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

BASF announced an agreement with PQ involving a business that serves several industrial markets, including paints and coatings.

IMCD Announces Regional Leadership Change

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

IMCD appointed a new leader for a regional business serving multiple specialty chemical markets, including coatings and construction.

New TSCA Resource May Affect Chemical Submissions

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

RadTech is encouraging members to review EPA materials tied to expiring confidential business information claims.

States Receive New PFAS Drinking Water Funding

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The EPA announced funding for state projects focused on PFAS testing, planning and infrastructure in drinking water systems.

Masterbatch Portfolio Supports Polymer Coloration

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This masterbatch portfolio is designed to support consistent coloration and performance across multiple polymer systems and applications.

Ceramic-Filled Epoxy Lining Protects Wastewater Infrastructure

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This ceramic-filled epoxy lining is designed to protect wastewater infrastructure exposed to chemical attack, corrosive gases and immersion conditions.

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.

IM GROUP Extends Awards Streak

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

The company earned continued recognition in a competitive equipment category tied to Brazil’s paint and coatings market.

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.