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BASF Advances Coatings Division Sales Talks

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400

BASF invited second-round bids for its coatings division, but questions remain about who’s in, who’s out and what it’s worth, according to Bloomberg.

Trump Grants HON Rule Exemption to Dow and Others

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400

President Trump delayed EPA HON Rule enforcement for Dow and others, citing national security and economic needs.

BASF Adjusts 2025 Outlook

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Preliminary figures for the second quarter show earnings declines in some segments, and gains in others.

Dow to Shut Down Three Sites in Global Restructure

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400

The company begins a multiyear shutdown as it aims to streamline upstream operations and improve profitability.

AkzoNobel’s $1.4B Divestment Signals Strategy Shift

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 03:00:00 -0400

The company is offloading a major coatings business as part of its global refocus plan.

BASF Comments on Potential Sale of Coatings Business

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 15:35:11 -0400

BASF provided PCI with a comment on its strategic review of the Coatings business.

BASF Reportedly Eyes Exit from Coatings

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:59:25 -0400

The company is said to be evaluating strategic options for its Coatings business, according to multiple sources.

EV Cuts, Tariff Talk Resurface in Trump Agenda

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400

New legislation and tariff moves could reshape EV incentives, disrupt sourcing and intensify U.S.–China trade tensions.

Wyn Polymers' Portfolio is 100% PFAS-Free

Thu, 29 May 2025 02:00:00 -0400

The company announced that all products and facilities are now free of PFAS, reinforcing its sustainability commitment.

90-Day Trade Truce: Relief Now, Risk Later

Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

The tariff rollback fuels a shipping surge and short-term savings, yet industries are already bracing for what comes next.

Tariffs Reshape Coatings Supply Strategies

Fri, 09 May 2025 09:46:55 -0400

New surcharges and supply shifts are shaking up coatings production, especially in automotive manufacturing.

Coatings Chemists to Receive Special Discount for the CTT Summit

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:59 -0400

PCI Magazine has announced that it is offering a registration deal for all coatings formulators and manufacturers - register two employees, and receive a third registration for free.

New Coatings Company Enters Market

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 21:24:26 -0400

A newly launched protective coatings provider is bringing spray-applied systems and technical support to infrastructure and industrial sectors.

What Does 'Liberation Day' Mean for Coatings?

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Trump's new import tariffs could drive up costs across the coatings sector, prompting global manufacturers to rethink where they produce.

ECS 2025 Draws Record-Breaking Crowd and Global Participation

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:01:27 -0400

More than 25,000 visitors and over 1,200 exhibitors gathered for the European Coatings Show and Conference, setting new benchmarks for the event.

Economic Uncertainty Deepens as Tariffs Rise, Recession Debate Grows

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:32:16 -0400

Market volatility and trade tensions are adding pressure to businesses, with ripple effects expected across supply chains and industries.

FTC Challenges Medical Device Coatings Deal

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 13:53:36 -0500

The Federal Trade Commission is stepping in to block a major medical coatings merger, warning it could stifle competition and drive up costs.

Tariffs Could Disrupt Coatings Industry Supply Chain

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

With rising costs, supply chain disruptions and shifting trade strategies, how will manufacturers, suppliers and consumers adapt?

Markets Tumble as Trade War Concerns Loom

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 15:09:21 -0500

The imposition of U.S. tariffs on imports led to initial significant declines in global stock markets, with major indices erasing post-election gains.

ACA Issues Statement on Tariffs Impacting Coatings Industry

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:32:53 -0500

The American Coatings Association warns that new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China will disrupt supply chains and increase costs for essential products.

Trump's Moves Shake Up Energy, Environment Oversight

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:44:54 -0500

Federal funding cuts, agency layoffs and leadership shifts; will these impact the coatings industry?

Pittsburgh Paints Company Names New CEO

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 09:42:47 -0500

The company announced leadership changes, including a new CEO, as it moves forward as an independent company in the coatings sector.

Sherwin-Williams Expands Footprint with $1.15B Acquisition

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:18:38 -0500

The deal includes two production sites, two brands and about 1,000 employees, with closing expected in the second half of 2025.

Trump’s Tariffs on Steel, Aluminum Ignite Uncertainty

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0500

New 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports could drive up costs and disrupt supply chains. How will coatings and chemical manufacturers respond?

Trump Restores 25% Tariff on Steel, Raises Aluminum Tariff to 25%

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:09:12 -0500

Trump reinstated full 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum, citing national security concerns and unfair trade practices, according to the administration’s statement.

Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Chemical, Coatings Industries

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:57:16 -0500

New U.S. tariffs on chemical imports may disrupt supply chains, increase costs and create regulatory uncertainty for the coatings industry.

ACC Urges Trade Stability in Response to Trump Administration’s Tariff Orders

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The American Chemistry Council emphasizes trade’s role in U.S. manufacturing and urges solutions that support supply chains, exports and industry competitiveness.

SOCMA Responds to Trump's Tariffs, Advocates for Balanced Trade Policies

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

SOCMA warns that new tariffs disrupt supply chains and urges the Administration to balance domestic protection with access to critical materials.

President Trump Declares National Energy Emergency

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0500

The executive order aims to increase the U.S. energy supply and infrastructure, focusing on domestic production and regulatory reform.

Trump Administration Withdraws Proposed PFAS Effluent Limits

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0500

The recent withdrawal of proposed federal discharge limits on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances by the Trump administration introduces uncertainties for the coatings and chemical industries.