Protective Coatings Industry News
Revitalising an icon
The first section of new green paint has been revealed on the Tyne Bridge, marking a momentous day in the major restoration programme
PPG completes its acquisition of Tikkurila
PPG has announced that it has completed its acquisition of all of the shares of Tikkurila tendered into PPG’s tender offer as of the expiration of the offer on June 4, 2021
A Cunning Plan!
Sir Tony Robinson (most famous for playing Blackadder’s sidekick – Baldrick!) gets advice from John Heath, a highly experienced and respected marine surveyor with over 40 years’ experience, on how to use a Cygnus 4+ thickness gauge
New powder coating
PPG has recently introduced PPG Coraflon Platinum fluoroethylene vinyl ether (FEVE) fluoropolymer powder coatings for architectural extrusions and sheet aluminium
Polar Pod partnership
A pioneering scientific expedition which will send a manned oceanographic platform drifting around Antarctica has brought AkzoNobel on board as exclusive paints and coatings partner
Combating pipeline corrosion (part 2)
The surface preparation of steel before external coating application is the foundation of any corrosion control programme. Any compromise made in the degree of surface preparation will usually compromise the field joint coating performance, regardless of the technical quality of the field joint coating explains Dr JF Doddema, CEO of the Monti-Group.
A long-term forecast
Kent Holm, PPG Segment Key Account Manager Renewable Energy Europe, discusses the long-term performance of protective coatings on wind farms
IN THIS ISSUE OF PCE-INTERNATIONAL
The work behind the renovation of one of Rotterdam’s best-known bridges is revealed by Arjan van Vliet, PPG KAM/Segment Sales Manager Infrastructure Europe
Gold award
Nippon Paint Marine (Korea) has won a prestigious ‘Export Tower’ trophy during South Korea’s Trade Day ceremony, an annual event celebrating those companies that have collectively contributed US$500bn to the country’s economy.
Hempel team boosted
David Heal has joined Hempel to head up its renewable energy segment, as Hempel looks to strengthen its leadership position as part of its commitment to sustainability.
HMG expansion
Following a period of growth and development of cross-sector partnerships and international collaborations, HMG Paints, the UK’s largest independent coatings manufacturer, has expanded its Defence Coatings team, product range and testing facilities.
HMG Paints gains Made in Britain accreditation
HMG Paints, the UK’s Largest Independent Paint Manufacturer, have attained Made in Britain accreditation. Made in Britain brings together the British manufacturing community, the company will now carry the Made in Britain collective mark across its packaging and products along with its marketing materials and digital channels.
AkzoNobel acquires New Nautical Coatings
AkzoNobel is set to increase its presence in the North American yacht coatings market after agreeing to acquire New Nautical Coatings, owner of the premium Sea Hawk brand.
Hempel sets new strategy path
An ambitious new strategy defines the timeframe of a doubling of Hempel by 2025. Doubling revenue allows Hempel to also double its positive impact.
Hempel’s flagship hull coating Hempaguard X7 reaches milestone
Hempel confirms leadership position within fuel efficiency in the shipping industry. By completing 2,000 vessel applications of Hempaguard X7, Hempel has reduced shipowners’ fuel consumption by 7.6 million tons, lowering fuel costs by at least USD 2.6 billion and CO2 emissions by 23.5 million tons.
New water ballast tank coating
ABS, Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI Group) and the Marshall Islands Registry (MIR) have completed a joint development project (JDP) to create an environmentally friendly, solvent-free coating for water ballast tanks that only requires one coat.