01.08.2017
- Akzo Nobel has given its Executive Committee (managing board) a new structure following the departure of CEO Ton Büchner, who stepped down on Jul. 19, citing health reasons. In...
22.06.2017
- Finnish manufacturer Tikkurila is planning to invest in another paints plant in Russia in order to strengthen its position in the local market. The Vantaa-headquartered group has...
27.04.2017
- Chinese outbound foreign investment continues to beat records year by year. The Asian powerhouse is investing in overseas markets to acquire advanced technology, know-how and...
26.04.2017
- After robust yet modest chemicals M&A activity in 2016, expectations for the year ahead are high. The value of completed deals in 2016 decreased slightly against 2015 to around...
07.03.2017
- Specialty chemicals supplier Perstorp has announced it will sell its additives business aimed primarily at the paints and coatings industry to Synthomer for around €78 million. The...
29.06.2016
- Singapore palm oil company Musim Mas has agreed to buy Dutch Glycerin Refinery (DGR) for an undisclosed sum. Wholly owned subsidiary Musim Mas Europe will acquire the company that...
03.06.2016
- US-based performance materials manufacturer Ferro has completed the acquisition of Spanish paints company Pinturas Benicarlo for €15 million in cash. The acquisition adds...
16.11.2015
- 17 days and not a day longer – this was the initial situation for the migration of a process control system of a large resin reactor. With the help of simulation, virtual test...
