april 2022

Sun Chemical is expanding its edible ink range with the launch of its FSR ink, which was developed to meet the specific needs of the food industry and verified for printing directly onto food including baked goods. FSR inks are suitable for food and pharmaceutical customization with direct food printing.

An interview with the UK-based start-up behind a novel set of 3D printable biomaterials.

Sustainability will be an important theme of Bowtell’s presidency. At the World Coatings Council’s annual meeting in March 2022, Tom Bowtell, chief executive of the British Coatings Federation, was elected president for a two-year term of office.

Ideal for industries such as commercial vehicle, horseboxes and ACE (agricultural and construction equipment), among others.

One year after its initial announcement, BASF has reaffirmed its ambitious climate targets. Twenty-five percent reduction of CO2 emissions by 2030 compared with 2018 and net zero by 2050 targeted.

Solvay recently announced it is reviewing plans to split into two independent publicly traded companies — a move the company says will sharpen strategic focus, optimize growth opportunities, and build the foundation for the future. EssentialCo would comprise leading mono-technology businesses including soda ash, peroxides, silica and coatis, which are reported as Solvay’s Chemicals segment and Special Chem businesses. Reportedly, these businesses generated approximately €4.

3M is one of only seven industrial companies worldwide to be honored this year. “For the past 120 years, 3M has built its reputation on doing things ethically,” said Michael Duran, 3M SVP and chief ethics and compliance officer. “Our purpose as a company and unwavering in-tegrity help us deliver to our customers and make 3M a great place to work. I am truly proud of our more than 90,000 3M employees who work to protect 3M’s reputation every day.”

Despite global and local economic challenges last two years, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Canon Marketing Malaysia (Canon) continues to lead in the domestic printing shipment market.

Though Vietnam’s economy registered a slight decline during the second wave in 2021, the country’s paint and coating industry sailed through the tough times with only a few scratches. Coatings World presents an update on the Vietnamese paint and coating sector in this feature.

Yang Seng Heng is a visionary leader championing the true entrepreneurial spirit. Mr. Yaw Seng Heng spearheaded Nippon Paint Malaysia Group to the top paints & coatings provider in Malaysia. He is widely known for his reputation in challenging the technological boundaries and “business as usual” practices within the paints market.