Keyword: Coatings

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Azelis to Distribute Myriant’s Bio-succinic Acid

09.09.2014 - Under a recently signed agreement, Belgian specialty chemicals distributor Azelis has begun distributing Myriant's bio-succinic acid in the Nordic countries, Benelux, France...

Markets & Companies

Attractive Areas in China’s Chemical Industry

02.09.2014 - As a consultant specializing in the chemical industry in China, I often get asked for attractive areas in the industry - mostly by companies looking to expand their business. I am...

Strategy & Management

Building a Future-Proof Business

02.09.2014 - What have sustainability and social responsibility to do with the financial performance of a materials company and the value it creates for its shareholders? A conversation with...

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IPO in Sight for Former DuPont Automotive Coatings

27.08.2014 - US paints and coatings maker Axalta Coating Systems, the former automotive coatings business of DuPont, is planning an initial public offering (ipo), according to a filing with the...

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PPG to Buy Mexico's Comex on the Rebound for $2.3 Billion

02.07.2014 - In a deal that will help expand its business in Mexico and Central America, US paints and coatings specialist PPG Industries has agreed to buy Mexican paints manufacturer Consorcio...

Chemistry & Life Sciences

Chemistry is ... In the Name of Sustainability

06.06.2014 - Controversy And Competition - The Soccer World Cup from June 12 to July 13 in Brazil will captivate millions of people. However, such a big event is not without controversy...

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Vencorex Signes Distribution Agreement with Kadotoku

06.06.2014 - Kadotoku will focus on selling Vencorex aliphatic range of isocyanates to the coating, adhesives, sealants and ink market in Japan. "We strongly believe that in market like Japan...

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BASF Upgrades Photoinitiators Business in Italy

28.04.2014 - BASF plans to invest €4-16 million during 2014 to expand its photoinitiator production at Mortara, Italy. The cash injection is designed to strengthen the competitiveness of the...