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EU anti‑dumping tariffs limit relief from stabilising Chinese Titanium Dioxide prices
Titanium dioxide prices in China have stabilised after a year of decline, with domestic and export levels now hovering around USD 2.15 and 1.94 per kg respectively. For Europe’s coatings producers, however, relief remains limited.
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BASF Coatings presents 2025–2026 automotive colour trends: “Driving the Proxy”
With its new “Driving the Proxy” collection, BASF Coatings introduces the 2025–2026 Automotive Colour Trends, focusing on emotionally resonant hues, advanced pigment technologies and sustainability through renewable raw materials.
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LB Group to acquire Venator’s Greatham TiO₂ manufacturing site
LB Group has announced plans to acquire Venator’s titanium dioxide (TiO₂) plant in Greatham, UK. This strategic move aims to strengthen LB Group’s presence in Europe and enhance its global portfolio of high-performance TiO₂ products.
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Nouryon expands polymer specialties leadership with capacity increase, new MMAO production and innovation center in China
Nouryon is investing in China to expand its production and innovation capabilities for polymer specialties. The company is responding to the growing demand for high-performance polymers and strengthening its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing polymer markets.
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Polyurethanes: An essential component of the coatings market
The global polyurethane (PU) coatings market size was estimated at USD 20.53 billion (EUR 18.03 bn) in 2024, according to Grand View Research and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2025 to 2030. This growth is attributed to the expansion of the transportation sector, especially in automotive and aerospace, as well as the rising momentum in construction and infrastructure development. The automotive sector alone accounted for a market share of 32.1% in 2024
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BASF to sell Coatings business to Carlyle in EUR 7.7 billion deal
BASF has agreed to sell its automotive OEM coatings, refinish coatings, and surface treatment businesses to Carlyle and the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) for EUR 7.7 billion. The closing is expected in the second quarter of 2026.
Industry wins in titanium dioxide court case: EU ruling brings relief
The ECJ ruling on titanium dioxide brings relief for the industry. For paint and coatings manufacturers, this means greater legal certainty – and a clear signal that classifications must be based on sound data.
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Revenue decline among the TOP 11 global paint and coatings players
To put the results of the paint and coatings manufacturers into perspective, looking at the development of the global economy serves as a helpful guide. The first half of 2025 brought positive global economic growth, but momentum slowed noticeably in the second quarter after a strong Q1