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LANXESS Expands Distribution Partnerships

LANXESS Corporation’s Material Protection Products business unit has expanded distribution partnerships with Lintech International, Omya Specialty Minerals, and DKSH for industrial preservatives in North America. The agreements enlarge the distributors’ portfolios into the Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Elastomer (CASE), and other building materials markets, following LANXESS’ acquisition of IFF’s microbial control business in July, 2022. All three distributors now represent LANXESS’ full industrial preservatives portfolio for these markets. Read More…

BASF Coatings Partners with INEOS Automotive

INEOS Automotive and BASF’s Coatings division have signed an agreement for  global automotive refinish body and paint development. The companies report that they will commit to a long-term collaboration that enables them to exceed the industry standard in vehicle body repair and paint refinish. The partnership includes the supply of sustainable refinish solutions, expertise, and latest digital color-matching solutions, and training. Read More…

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Vattenfall and Evonik Partner for Green Electricity

Energy supplier Vattenfall and specialty chemicals company Evonik have concluded new long-term electricity supply contracts. As of 2025, two Vattenfall solar parks in Schleswig-Holstein will supply Evonik with around 120 gigawatt hours of solar power per year for chemical production. The contracts have a term of 10 years and fixed conditions. Read More…