Direct-to-metal topcoats for light industrial equipment carry a persistent trade-off: corrosion protection strong enough for steel, galvanized steel and aluminum substrates in demanding environments, without giving up application efficiency, low-VOC compliance, or processing economics. As applicators in the EMEA light industrial segment shift toward air-assisted airless spray systems for higher throughput, holding gloss consistency and […]

In March 2026, Sun Chemical secured RecyClass certification for its solvent-based nitrocellulose (NC) alternative ink solutions. According to the company, it is among the first suppliers to offer a complete recycling compatible system combining NC-alternative inks and certified lamination adhesives, and is among the first suppliers to achieve RecyClass certification for solvent-based NC-alternative inks. Review Sun

Marine waste recovered from deep-sea environments typically shows a high degree of degradation, causing the loss of its original physico-mechanical properties. This degradation makes recycling through conventional mechanical processes difficult and limits the waste’s reintroduction into the plastics value chain. The OCEANZYME project addresses this gap by investigating new enzymatic recycling solutions for marine litter.

Pirelli, Pyrum, Synthos and BASF are jointly advancing a tire-to-tire circular economy initiative in Europe, driving the development of an industrial ecosystem designed to increase the use of recycled materials derived from end-of-life and scrap tires. The initiative draws on end-of-life tires collected across Germany, including from select Driver retail outlets and motorsport activities, together

Formulators specifying engineering thermoplastics for gears, connectors, and precision automotive parts face a growing tension. Sustainability targets increasingly call for recycled content, but wear resistance, dimensional stability, and mechanical strength cannot be compromised in these high-tolerance applications. Finding a recycled-content polyoxymethylene (POM) grade that holds up against virgin-grade performance has remained a persistent trade-off. First

Disposable baby diapers remain one of the most prominent examples of a linear consumption model. They are typically used once and then sent to landfill or incineration, with limited material recovery despite containing polyolefin-based nonwovens and films. According to estimates by Cabrera and Garcia (2019), approximately 6.73 million metric tons of disposable baby diapers were

Maintaining supply continuity while advancing high-barrier packaging performance remains a key priority for food packaging applications, particularly in the fresh protein market. To support these requirements, Syensqo has extended a key supply agreement with Sealed Air, a provider of flexible food packaging solutions. Curious about more updates from Syensqo? Visit their full supplier profile! Commitment to

As EV battery systems evolve toward higher energy density, improved safety, and more sustainable manufacturing, material selection remains a critical factor across cell design, thermal management, electrical insulation, and assembly.  At The Battery Show Europe 2026, Arkema will showcase its portfolio of solutions and innovations for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage system (ESS) battery

Balancing carbon reduction objectives with demanding performance requirements remains a key challenge for electrical equipment applications. Mitsui Chemicals reports that its bio-based hydrocarbon derivatives, including biomass chemicals and biomass plastics marketed under the BePLAYER™ brand, are being adopted in transformer components designed to support both sustainability and performance targets. Interested in Mitsui Chemicals’ latest developments? Visit

As recycled content targets move closer to becoming a regulatory requirement in Europe, the automotive industry faces a growing challenge: increasing the use of post-consumer materials while maintaining the performance standards required for technical vehicle components. Headlamp housings represent one of the more demanding applications, where fogging performance, thermal stability, and long-term durability remain critical

Orion S.A. has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining sustainability-related initiatives, operational developments, and market opportunities identified by the company. According to Orion, the report focuses on the role of its materials in applications related to electrification, energy storage, and the circular economy. Check Orion’s full supplier profile to get more such updates! Conductive materials positioned for

AkzoNobel has taken note of press release from Nippon Paint Holdings Co. (“Nippon Paint”) and The Sherwin-Williams Company (“Sherwin-Williams”), confirming that they are no longer pursuing a public offer for AkzoNobel.  Boards unanimously recommend Axalta merger of equals Both AkzoNobel Boards unanimously continue to recommend the merger of equals between AkzoNobel and Axalta, taking into

PPG has published a white paper titled Electrostatic Application of Marine Hull Coatings, examining the use of electrostatic spray technology in marine coating applications and its potential impact on coating efficiency, material use, and vessel performance. According to PPG, electrostatic application involves applying a negative charge to paint particles at the spray gun nozzle while the

Formulators and product developers working with UV and LED curing systems can now evaluate a new resin technology from iGM Resins. Introduced as Photomer® SC91, the innovation features a new chemistry designed to transform how photoinitiation is delivered in UV-curable formulations. The technology aims to support efficient curing performance while expanding formulation possibilities for applications

Coatings formulators and automotive OEM engineers evaluating two-tone application processes can now assess the operational and sustainability profile of BASF Coatings’ Overspray-Free Application (OFLA) process, which has entered serial production at Renault’s Maubeuge plant and received the Sustainability Award in Automotive 2026 in the Technology: Operations & Supply Chain category. You can review BASF’s full product