IMCD Coatings, part of IMCD Group, has opened a laboratory in Mumbai, India to serve the specific needs of the Asia-Pacific market, the company said in a statement. This is the company's fourth lab worldwide and will cover all coatings market segments with special focus on decorative paints and pigment preparations.
During the opening ceremony that will take place on March 11, IMCD will host a technical seminar, bringing together local and international market players, the company said.
Arkema has announced the launch of its Carat Project at its Carling site in France. This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities and sustainability of the facility, which specializes in producing acrylic monomers and superabsorbent polymers.
Carbon black manufacturer Orion Engineered Carbons plans to rationalize production lines in North and South America and EMEA.
Boehringer Ingelheim recorded positive growth in the first half of 2025 with an increase in Group sales of 6.3% to € 14 billion.
BASF has divested its shares in the joint venture companies, BASF Markor Chemical Manufacturing (Xinjiang) Co., Ltd. and Markor Meiou Chemical (Xinjiang) Co., Ltd. in Korla, China, to Verde Chemical Singapore Pte. Ltd.
German oxo-chemicals manufacturer Oxea has appointed Michael McHenry as its new CEO with effect from August 15, 2025.
