LANXESS’s Inorganic Pigments Group (IPG), the world's largest manufacturer of iron oxides and a leading producer of inorganic pigments based on chromium oxides, announced that L.V. Lomas will become the exclusive distributor of Bayferrox® inorganic pigments in Canada, effective November 1, 2015.
On October 27, Evonik opened its expanded facilities in Ako, Japan, where the company will produce its SIPERNAT® and CARPLEX® lines of specialty silicas.
Ashland Specialty Ingredients, a business unit of Ashland Inc., is helping paint manufacturers meet the growing demands of the coatings industry with an expanding line of additive ingredients, research and support.
Elevance Renewable Sciences Inc., a company that creates specialty chemicals from natural oils, has appointed Tony Parnell to be the company’s Chief Executive Officer.
The British Coatings Federation (BCF) presented its PaintCare program at the Inaugural Launch event for the G7 Alliance for Resource Efficiency event in Berlin on October 2.
Akzo Nobel N.V. reported third quarter results that show positive developments in profitability in all three business areas, despite a challenging market environment.
Azelis Group (Azelis), Antwerp, Belgium, has signed a binding agreement to acquire U.S.-based KODA Distribution Group (KDG), significantly enhancing its position as a leading global specialty chemicals distributor.