According to a new study by the consulting firm Kusumgar, Nerlfi & Growney, consumption of five of the leading additives for coatings and inks in 2013 was 1.02 million tons, as supplied, worth $4.66 billion.
According to a new study by the consulting firm Kusumgar, Nerlfi & Growney, the global consumption of coatings was 80 billion pounds in 2013 and valued at $120 billion.
Market research firm Ceresana has released a new report, Ethylene Value Chain China, which offers an analysis of the current and future development of the entire ethylene industry in China.
One of the top challenges currently facing the global coatings industry is the need for technical talent. Most senior managers are acutely aware of the frustrating length of time it takes to get even one new technical hire, let alone build a complete, strong R&D team, or an expert tech service function.
This study supports the position that modern compact high-solids automotive OEM paint technology can achieve the lowest GWP, while meeting European VOC emission limits.
According to a newly released study, demand for wood protection coatings and preservatives is expected to advance 4.5% per year through 2018 to $4.8 billion.