RPM International Inc. recently announced that its Fibergrate Composite Structures Inc. business has acquired Bison Innovative Products, a manufacturer of raised flooring systems.

Axalta has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Anhui Shengran Insulating Materials Co. Ltd., a leading Chinese producer of wire enamels used in a wide range of consumer electronics, electric vehicle and industrial applications.

Wausau Coated Products announced it has acquired Pennsylvania-based Brandywine Drumlabels LLC, effective Dec. 30, 2020.

Maroon Group LLC, recently acquired by Barentz International, has acquired the Raw Materials and Specialty Chemicals distribution business of The Cary Co., a specialty distributor in the paint, coatings, adhesives and plastics markets.

Akzo Nobel N.V. has completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Industrias Titan S.A.U. (Titan Paints), strengthening its paints business and footprint in Spain.

The KRAHN Chemie Group, part of the Otto Krahn Group, has acquired majority stakes in six companies from Jollis AB & Partners.

Lots of breaking news and changes already in 2021 – it's looking to be an active year!

Specialty chemicals manufacturer Emerald Kalama Chemical announced that affiliates of its majority owner, American Securities LLC, have entered into a definitive agreement to sell Emerald to LANXESS AG.

Akzo Nobel N.V. recently announced it no longer intends to pursue the acquisition of Finnish coatings manufacturer Tikkurila Oyj, following a competing, higher offer.

Specialty chemicals and additives distributor JNS-SmithChem announced the acquisition of CheMarCo Inc., a specialty regional distributor based in Greenville, South Carolina.