According to PHMSA, its final amendments are expected to maintain the HMR's high safety standard for the public and the environment. PHMSA also anticipates additional safety benefits to be derived from improved compliance related to consistency amongst domestic and international regulations. Read More…
On April 4, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a proposed rule on cyber incident reporting. CISA’s proposal includes a reporting framework that would require broad segments of industry to meet reporting requirements following certain cyber incidents, including the 16 Critical Infrastructure Sectors (e.g., Chemical Sector). Read More…
Brenntag has announced a partnership with Knowde, the digital customer experience platform for the ingredients, polymers, and chemical industry. The companies will collaborate in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to address the chemical industry’s Product Data Management challenges. Read More…
Momentive Performance Materials Group, a silicones and specialty solutions company, is expected to be fully acquired by KCC Corporation, its majority shareholder, resulting in the exit of minority shareholder, SJL Partners LLC. Read More…
Sika has acquired Kwik Bond Polymers, LLC (KBP), a manufacturer of polymer systems for the refurbishment of concrete infrastructure. According to Sika, KBP has a proven product offering that includes polymer technologies providing protection of bridge decks and other concrete infrastructure applications. Read More…
WEG has partnered with the Canadian company GIT Coatings to enhance the supply of coatings for marine lines in the international market. GIT aims to provide cost reduction related to fuels and carbon emissions in partnership with WEG, which aims to improve product offerings and provide customized solutions to customers. Read More…
Azelis announced it has signed an agreement to acquire DBH Osthandelsgesellschaft mbH (“DBH”), a specialty chemicals distributor focused on Advanced Materials & Additives (AM&A in Germany and Central & Eastern Europe (CEE). The transaction is expected to close during the second quarter of 2024. Read More…
On March 29, the Maryland Legislature adopted a measure that would bring the PaintCare program to the state. The bill, HB0001, will be sent to Gov. Wes Moore for signature. Read More…
California’s Sacramento Metro Air Quality Management District (SMAQMD) is conducting a public workshop on April 18 to discuss proposed changes to Rule 442 (Architectural Coatings). The proposed changes to Rules 442 would add a contingency measure that, if triggered, would automatically establish more stringent requirements for Architectural and Industrial Maintenance (AIM) coatings that are consistent with CARB’s 2019 AIM Suggested Control Measure. Read More…
Azelis has been appointed the exclusive distributor in the United States of LANXESS polymer additives phosphorous flame retardants, including the Disflamoll® and Levagard® product lines. According to the company, Azelis’ CASE technical expertise and application labs in the Americas region will be leveraged to grow the market and support customers' needs. Read More…