Akzo Nobel Nv ADR # (AKZOY) 25.6100 $AKZOY
AkzoNobel opens new highly energy efficient membrane electrolysis plant in the industrial heart of Germany
Thomson Reuters ONE - Tue May 06, 1:02AM CDT
AkzoNobel today inaugurated its new, highly efficient chlorine membrane electrolysis plant in the Rhein-Main area, Germany. The Frankfurt-based, state-of-the-art plant is the result of a major conversion and expansion project begun in 2011 and involving a EUR140 million investment by the company. Capacity has been increased by 50 percent whilst at the same time reducing the plant's overall ecological footprint by some 20 percent.
Paints and Coatings Market - Global Industry Analysis 2013 - 2019
M2 - Fri May 02, 6:22AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f3cpd2/paints_and) has announced the addition of the "Paints and Coatings Market - Global Industry Analysis 2013 - 2019" report to their offering. Companies such as AkzoNobel N.V., PPG Industries, Sherwin-Williams Company, Axalta Coatings System, BASF SE, The Valspar Corporation and RPG International Inc are the major players in the market. Paints and coatings market is dominated by global players The global paints and coatings market is growing owing to the huge demand from building & construction industry. Growth in the buildings & construction sector coupled with huge demand for waterborne coatings has been driving the global paints and coatings market in the past few years. Additionally, growing manufacturing activities in Asia Pacific region has been driving the market in past few years. However, the health and environmental concerns regarding the VOC content released from paints and coatings are anticipated to hamper the growth of the paints and coatings market. Increasing application scope of green coatings and nanocoatings market coupled with growing Middle East and North Africa paints and coatings market are expected to open opportunities for the growth of the market over the next few years. Waterborne coatings were the majorly consumed paints and coatings in the market in 2012 and accounted for about 40% of the global demand. Solvent borne technologies were the second largest consumed paints and coatings in the market. They are expected to show decline within the forecast period owing to the environmental regulations associated with the VOCs. Powder coatings are expected to be the fastest growing over the forecast period due to rising demand from automotive, electronics and construction. Demand for other paints and coatings such as specialty coatings are likely to be steady due to a substantially higher demand from other paints and coatings in the near future. Demand, for paints and coatings, was highest from residential buildings, accounting for around 33.1% of the global demand in 2012. Paints and coatings are used in homes and residential apartments for protection and decoration of the surfaces. The automotive and aviation are one of the fastest growing end-users for paints and coatings and are expected to grow in coming years. Moreover, there is huge demand of paints and coatings from commercial buildings such as plants and factories. Paints and coatings are also used in marine, packaging, textiles and electronics among others. The market has been segmented as below: Product Segment Analysis - High solids/radiation cure - Powder coating - Waterborne coating - Solvent-borne technologies - Others (Including specialty coatings, etc.) End-user Analysis - Automotives & aviation - Medical & healthcare - Residential - Commercial - Others (Including other industries, special purpose, etc.) Companies Mentioned - Akzo Nobel N.V. - Asian Paints - Axalta Coating Systems - BASF SE - Berger Paints India Limited - Deutsche Amphibolin-Werke Von Robert Murjahn Stiftung & Company - Diamond Vogel Paints - Dow Corning - Helios Group - KCC Corporation - Masco Corporation - Nippon Paint - PPG Industries Inc. - RPM International Inc. - Sherwin-Williams Company - The Valspar Corporation - Tikkurila Oyj For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f3cpd2/paints_and
Global Construction Paints and Coatings Market Forecasts & Trends, 2018
M2 - Wed Apr 30, 9:06AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/sw3bfp/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Construction Paints and Coatings Market Forecasts & Trends, 2018" report to their offering. The Global Construction Paints and Coatings market is expected to witness robust growth during the forecast period. All major vendors are trying to expand their markets to developing nations as such countries are the hubs of economic developments. Many major players in the market are looking for mergers and acquisitions. They are also creating alliances with regional, small and large organizations as a way to capture more market share. This also enhances their distribution channels and improves their market reach. Thus, major vendors are striving to gain competitive advantage through mergers and acquisitions and increase their market consolidation. According to the report, one of the key drivers in this market is the increase in civil construction activities across the world and the rise in demand for paints that can protect buildings from weather extremes, corrosion and dampness. Further, the report states that a major challenge in the market is the lack of product differentiation among vendors which has resulted in increased competition and price wars in the market. Key vendors dominating this space are: - Akzo Nobel NV - PPG Industries Inc. - The Sherwin-Williams Co. - E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Co - The Valspar Corp. Other vendors mentioned in the report are: - BASF SE - Kansai Paint Co. Ltd. - Nippon Paint Co. Ltd. - Jotun A/S - Asian Paints Ltd. - 3M Co. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/sw3bfp/global
AkzoNobel shareholders adopt all resolutions, approve dividend at AGM
GlobeNewswire - Tue Apr 29, 10:57AM CDT
At today's Annual General Meeting (AGM), shareholders of Akzo Nobel N.V. (AkzoNobel) adopted all resolutions including the company's 2013 financial statements and agreed that the 2013 financial year dividend would be EUR1.45 (2012: EUR1.45) per common share. An interim dividend of EUR0.33 was paid in November 2013, which means the final payment will be EUR1.12 per share.
Balanced Risk-Reward for PPG Industries - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Apr 28, 6:30PM CDT
We have issued an updated research report on coatings giant PPG Industries (PPG).
Sherwin-Williams Beats on Earnings in Q1 - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Apr 17, 3:10PM CDT
Sherwin-Williams' earnings rose roughly 2.7% year over year to $1.14 per share in the first quarter of 2014 from $1.11 per share a year ago. Earnings for the first quarter include loss from acquisitions of 12 cents per share.
AkzoNobel publishes Q1 2014 results
Thomson Reuters ONE - Thu Apr 17, 12:01AM CDT
April 17, 2014
Global PU Coating (Solvent-borne, Water-borne, High Solids, Powder) Market 2014-2018
M2 - Wed Apr 16, 6:30AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ds3qz4/pu_coating_market) has announced the addition of the "PU Coating Market by Type, End Industry & Geography - Trends & Forecasts to 2018" report to their offering. PU coating is one of the basic types of coating which has witnessed a significant growth in the past few years and this growth is expected to continue in the coming years. polyurethane coating is mainly made available on the basis of technology: solvent-borne PU coating, water-borne PU coating, high solids PU coating, and PU powder coating. Major end industries served by polyurethane coating are automotive & transportation, wood & furniture, industrial, construction, textile, and electrical & electronics. The demand for PU coating is majorly driven by factors such as; continuous enlarging automotive and shipbuilding industry and increasing trend of water-borne polyurethane coating to make it exploitable for various other applications. Further technological innovations are expected to increase the market penetration of PU coating and make it suitable for numerous other applications. The effectiveness of polyurethane coating in traditional end industries has always been a promising factor for its growth over a long run. Asia-Pacific is currently the largest consumer of PU coating, which consumed nearly half of the total PU coating consumption in 2012 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.0%. China is the leading consumers of polyurethane coating, holding a major share in regional volumetric consumption in 2012. The polyurethane coating market for ROW is comparatively low, but is anticipated to show the highest growth rate from 2013 to 2018. Scope Type - Solvent-borne - Water-borne - High Solids - Powder End Industry - Automotive & Transportation - Wood & Furniture - Industrial - Textile - Construction - Electrical & Electronics Key Topics Covered: - Introduction - Executive Summary - Premium Insights - Market Overview - PU Coating Market, By Type - PU Coating Market, By End Industry - PU Coating Market, By Geography - Competitive Landscape - Company Profiles - Akzo Nobel N.V. - Asian Paints Limited - Axalta Coating Systems - Basf Se - Bayer Materialscience - Jotun A/S - PPG Industries - RPM International Inc - Sherwin Williams - Valspar Corporation For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ds...ing_market
Global Food Preservative Market Report 2014-2018: Type, Function, Application, & Geography Analysis
M2 - Mon Apr 07, 3:25AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2szz45/food_preservative) has announced the addition of the "Global Food Preservative Market Report 2014-2018: Type, Function, Application, & Geography Analysis" report to their offering. The role of food preservative in food processing has been essential in maintaining the product quality. There are two main classes of preservatives: natural and chemical. Food preservatives are essential for the food manufacturing industry to provide a wide range of safe, wholesome, and attractive products at affordable prices to meet consumer requirements for quality, convenience, and variety. The food preservative market is driven by the consumer demand processed food and beverages. The growth potential of the market also depends on the research and development, and opportunities to introduce new preservatives. The market is characterized by the growing demand for natural food preservatives. The trend of natural preservatives has been originated from the appeal of European nations to market the clean label food products that are free of additives, especially chemical variants. And, hence, the changing lifestyle and the booming food and beverage industry have driven the demand for natural preservatives. In 2012, chemical preservatives accounted for a main share of the total food preservative market. The steady increase in demand for natural products is projected to increase the market value share of natural preservatives by 2018. North America formed the largest segment of the food preservative market in 2012. It is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 2.5% over the projected period. Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the second-largest market due to increase in demand for processed food in the region. It is also projected to gain the fastest growth during the same period. Scope of the Report Types - Natural - Chemical - Others Function - Antimicrobial agents - Antioxidants - Others Application - Oils & fats - Bakery - Dairy & frozen products - Snacks - Meat, poultry & seafood products - Confectionary - Beverages - Others Key Topics Covered: - Introduction - Executive Summary - Premium Insights - Industry Analysis - Market Overview - Market Analysis - Food Preservative Market, By Type - Food Preservative Market, By Function - Food Preservative Market, By Application - Food Preservative Market, By Geography - Competitive Landscape - Company Profiles - Akzo Nobel N.V. - Albemarle Corporation - Brenntag Inc. - Cargill, Incorporated - Celanese Corporation - Dupont De Nemours & Company - Jungbunzlauer Ag - Kerry Group - Purac Biochem B.V. - Royal Dsm N.V. Visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2s...eservative
AkzoNobel CEO heralds Swedish-Dutch anniversary
Thomson Reuters ONE - Mon Apr 07, 3:01AM CDT
April 7, 2014
Airgas Upgraded to Hold - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Apr 01, 8:20AM CDT
Zacks Investment Research upgraded Airgas to a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
PPG Industries Snaps Up Canal Supplies - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Mar 27, 3:00PM CDT
PPG Industries has agreed to buy substantially all of the assets of Panama-based Canal Supplies.
DuPont Opens Tech Center in South Africa - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Mar 27, 10:50AM CDT
Chemical giant DuPont has opened a newly expanded research facility at Delmas, South Africa.
ICI Pension Fund Trustee agrees GBP 3.6 bn annuity buy-in
Thomson Reuters ONE - Wed Mar 26, 2:02AM CDT
March 26, 2014
Research and Markets: Global Marine Coatings Market 2014-2018 with Akzo Nobel NV, Jotun A/S and PPG Industries Inc Dominating
Business Wire - Tue Mar 25, 10:50AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qffkks/global_marine) has announced the addition of the "Global Marine Coatings Market 2014-2018" report to their offering.
Global Marine Coatings Market 2014-2018 with Akzo Nobel NV, Jotun A/S and PPG Industries Inc Dominating
M2 - Tue Mar 25, 7:17AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/tzh69r/global_marine) has announced the addition of the "Global Marine Coatings Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Global Marine Coatings market to grow at a CAGR of 11.29 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the expansion of the Oil and Gas market. The Global Marine Coatings market has also been witnessing the growing consumer preference for eco-friendly products; however, the strict environmental regulations could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. Key vendors dominating this space are Akzo Nobel NV, Chugoku Marine Paints Ltd., Jotun A/S, and PPG Industries Inc. Other vendors mentioned in the report are Admiralty Coatings Inc., Advanced Marine Coatings AS, BASF SE, Boero Bartolomeo S.p.A., Brunel Marine Coating Systems plc, Engineered Marine Coatings LLC., Hempel A/S, Kansai paint Co. Ltd., KCC Corp., Nippon Paint Marine Coatings Co. Ltd, and The Sherwin-Williams Co. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: The increase in consumer preference for eco-friendly products is an important trend being witnessed in the Global Marine Coatings market. The increase in environmental regulations and restrictions along with the changing consumer preference for sustainable products is urging the marine coatings manufacturers to develop eco-friendly products. The makers of marine coatings, which include anti-corrosive, anti-fouling, and foul release products, are developing new and eco-friendly coatings to comply with the regulations and to meet the increasing demand for sustainable products that do not harm the marine ecosystem. This in turn is expected to propel the growth of the market during the forecast period. According to the report, one of the major drivers in this market is the rapid growth in the Oil and Gas industry. This in turn will boost the demand for protective and marine coatings. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/tz...bal_marine About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Global Asphalt Market 2014-2018: More Than 99% of Recycled Asphalt in US was Used for Construction Projects
M2 - Fri Mar 21, 9:41AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4wgfmc/global_asphalt) has announced the addition of the "Global Asphalt Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Global Asphalt market to grow at a CAGR of 4.05 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is increase in the use of recycled asphalt pavements. The Global Asphalt market has also been witnessing recycling activities at a rapid rate. However, unstable economic conditions could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. Key vendors dominating this market space include BP plc, ExxonMobil Corp., Imperial Oil Ltd., Shell Bitumen. Other vendors mentioned in the report are Aggregate Industries Ltd., Akzo Nobel NV, Atlas Roofing Corp., Anglo American plc, CEMEX UK Operations Ltd., CertainTeed Corp, Chevron Corp., China Petroleum & Chemical Corp., Colas Danmark A/S, CRH plc, Indian Oil Corp. Ltd., IKO Group Johns Manville, Lafarge SA, Marathon Petroleum Corp., Murphy Oil Corp., Neste Oil Oyj, Owens Corning Corp., Petroleos de Venezuela SA, RPM International Inc., Sinclair Oil Corp., Total S.A., United Refining Co., Valero Energy Corp., Ziegler Chemical & Mineral Corp. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: The trend of recycling is on the rise in the Global Asphalt market. Asphalt is the most recycled product in the Americas with a recycling rate of 80 percent. The rising popularity of RAP along with the need to reduce cost and wastage of materials is resulting in the increased recycling rates. According to a survey conducted by the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), more than 99 percent of recycled asphalt in the US was used for new construction projects, pavement preservation, and other paving projects. Government projects are adopting the usage of recycled materials and warm-mix asphalt to ensure that they get high-quality, sustainable roads and save taxpayers money in the process. According to the report, one of the main drivers in this market is the growth in traffic which calls for the construction of new roads and maintenance of existing ones. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4w...al_asphalt About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Eastman Chemical to Buy Commonwealth - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Mar 14, 11:10AM CDT
Chemical company Eastman Chemical Company has entered into a definitive deal to acquire Commonwealth Laminating & Coating, Inc.
Banro Corp. (BAA) Soars: Stock Adds 19.7% in Session - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Mar 14, 8:39AM CDT
Banro Corporation was a big mover last session, as its shares rose nearly 20% on the day.
Vista Gold (VGZ) Soars: Stock Rises 5.7% - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Mar 14, 7:51AM CDT
Vista Gold Corp. was a big mover last session, as its shares rose nearly 6% on the day.
AkzoNobel opens new highly energy efficient membrane electrolysis plant in the industrial heart of Germany
Thomson Reuters ONE - Tue May 06, 1:02AM CDT
AkzoNobel today inaugurated its new, highly efficient chlorine membrane electrolysis plant in the Rhein-Main area, Germany. The Frankfurt-based, state-of-the-art plant is the result of a major conversion and expansion project begun in 2011 and involving a EUR140 million investment by the company. Capacity has been increased by 50 percent whilst at the same time reducing the plant's overall ecological footprint by some 20 percent.
Paints and Coatings Market - Global Industry Analysis 2013 - 2019
M2 - Fri May 02, 6:22AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f3cpd2/paints_and) has announced the addition of the "Paints and Coatings Market - Global Industry Analysis 2013 - 2019" report to their offering. Companies such as AkzoNobel N.V., PPG Industries, Sherwin-Williams Company, Axalta Coatings System, BASF SE, The Valspar Corporation and RPG International Inc are the major players in the market. Paints and coatings market is dominated by global players The global paints and coatings market is growing owing to the huge demand from building & construction industry. Growth in the buildings & construction sector coupled with huge demand for waterborne coatings has been driving the global paints and coatings market in the past few years. Additionally, growing manufacturing activities in Asia Pacific region has been driving the market in past few years. However, the health and environmental concerns regarding the VOC content released from paints and coatings are anticipated to hamper the growth of the paints and coatings market. Increasing application scope of green coatings and nanocoatings market coupled with growing Middle East and North Africa paints and coatings market are expected to open opportunities for the growth of the market over the next few years. Waterborne coatings were the majorly consumed paints and coatings in the market in 2012 and accounted for about 40% of the global demand. Solvent borne technologies were the second largest consumed paints and coatings in the market. They are expected to show decline within the forecast period owing to the environmental regulations associated with the VOCs. Powder coatings are expected to be the fastest growing over the forecast period due to rising demand from automotive, electronics and construction. Demand for other paints and coatings such as specialty coatings are likely to be steady due to a substantially higher demand from other paints and coatings in the near future. Demand, for paints and coatings, was highest from residential buildings, accounting for around 33.1% of the global demand in 2012. Paints and coatings are used in homes and residential apartments for protection and decoration of the surfaces. The automotive and aviation are one of the fastest growing end-users for paints and coatings and are expected to grow in coming years. Moreover, there is huge demand of paints and coatings from commercial buildings such as plants and factories. Paints and coatings are also used in marine, packaging, textiles and electronics among others. The market has been segmented as below: Product Segment Analysis - High solids/radiation cure - Powder coating - Waterborne coating - Solvent-borne technologies - Others (Including specialty coatings, etc.) End-user Analysis - Automotives & aviation - Medical & healthcare - Residential - Commercial - Others (Including other industries, special purpose, etc.) Companies Mentioned - Akzo Nobel N.V. - Asian Paints - Axalta Coating Systems - BASF SE - Berger Paints India Limited - Deutsche Amphibolin-Werke Von Robert Murjahn Stiftung & Company - Diamond Vogel Paints - Dow Corning - Helios Group - KCC Corporation - Masco Corporation - Nippon Paint - PPG Industries Inc. - RPM International Inc. - Sherwin-Williams Company - The Valspar Corporation - Tikkurila Oyj For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f3cpd2/paints_and
Global Construction Paints and Coatings Market Forecasts & Trends, 2018
M2 - Wed Apr 30, 9:06AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/sw3bfp/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Construction Paints and Coatings Market Forecasts & Trends, 2018" report to their offering. The Global Construction Paints and Coatings market is expected to witness robust growth during the forecast period. All major vendors are trying to expand their markets to developing nations as such countries are the hubs of economic developments. Many major players in the market are looking for mergers and acquisitions. They are also creating alliances with regional, small and large organizations as a way to capture more market share. This also enhances their distribution channels and improves their market reach. Thus, major vendors are striving to gain competitive advantage through mergers and acquisitions and increase their market consolidation. According to the report, one of the key drivers in this market is the increase in civil construction activities across the world and the rise in demand for paints that can protect buildings from weather extremes, corrosion and dampness. Further, the report states that a major challenge in the market is the lack of product differentiation among vendors which has resulted in increased competition and price wars in the market. Key vendors dominating this space are: - Akzo Nobel NV - PPG Industries Inc. - The Sherwin-Williams Co. - E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Co - The Valspar Corp. Other vendors mentioned in the report are: - BASF SE - Kansai Paint Co. Ltd. - Nippon Paint Co. Ltd. - Jotun A/S - Asian Paints Ltd. - 3M Co. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/sw3bfp/global
AkzoNobel shareholders adopt all resolutions, approve dividend at AGM
GlobeNewswire - Tue Apr 29, 10:57AM CDT
At today's Annual General Meeting (AGM), shareholders of Akzo Nobel N.V. (AkzoNobel) adopted all resolutions including the company's 2013 financial statements and agreed that the 2013 financial year dividend would be EUR1.45 (2012: EUR1.45) per common share. An interim dividend of EUR0.33 was paid in November 2013, which means the final payment will be EUR1.12 per share.
Balanced Risk-Reward for PPG Industries - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Apr 28, 6:30PM CDT
We have issued an updated research report on coatings giant PPG Industries (PPG).
Sherwin-Williams Beats on Earnings in Q1 - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Apr 17, 3:10PM CDT
Sherwin-Williams' earnings rose roughly 2.7% year over year to $1.14 per share in the first quarter of 2014 from $1.11 per share a year ago. Earnings for the first quarter include loss from acquisitions of 12 cents per share.
AkzoNobel publishes Q1 2014 results
Thomson Reuters ONE - Thu Apr 17, 12:01AM CDT
April 17, 2014
Global PU Coating (Solvent-borne, Water-borne, High Solids, Powder) Market 2014-2018
M2 - Wed Apr 16, 6:30AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ds3qz4/pu_coating_market) has announced the addition of the "PU Coating Market by Type, End Industry & Geography - Trends & Forecasts to 2018" report to their offering. PU coating is one of the basic types of coating which has witnessed a significant growth in the past few years and this growth is expected to continue in the coming years. polyurethane coating is mainly made available on the basis of technology: solvent-borne PU coating, water-borne PU coating, high solids PU coating, and PU powder coating. Major end industries served by polyurethane coating are automotive & transportation, wood & furniture, industrial, construction, textile, and electrical & electronics. The demand for PU coating is majorly driven by factors such as; continuous enlarging automotive and shipbuilding industry and increasing trend of water-borne polyurethane coating to make it exploitable for various other applications. Further technological innovations are expected to increase the market penetration of PU coating and make it suitable for numerous other applications. The effectiveness of polyurethane coating in traditional end industries has always been a promising factor for its growth over a long run. Asia-Pacific is currently the largest consumer of PU coating, which consumed nearly half of the total PU coating consumption in 2012 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.0%. China is the leading consumers of polyurethane coating, holding a major share in regional volumetric consumption in 2012. The polyurethane coating market for ROW is comparatively low, but is anticipated to show the highest growth rate from 2013 to 2018. Scope Type - Solvent-borne - Water-borne - High Solids - Powder End Industry - Automotive & Transportation - Wood & Furniture - Industrial - Textile - Construction - Electrical & Electronics Key Topics Covered: - Introduction - Executive Summary - Premium Insights - Market Overview - PU Coating Market, By Type - PU Coating Market, By End Industry - PU Coating Market, By Geography - Competitive Landscape - Company Profiles - Akzo Nobel N.V. - Asian Paints Limited - Axalta Coating Systems - Basf Se - Bayer Materialscience - Jotun A/S - PPG Industries - RPM International Inc - Sherwin Williams - Valspar Corporation For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ds...ing_market
Global Food Preservative Market Report 2014-2018: Type, Function, Application, & Geography Analysis
M2 - Mon Apr 07, 3:25AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2szz45/food_preservative) has announced the addition of the "Global Food Preservative Market Report 2014-2018: Type, Function, Application, & Geography Analysis" report to their offering. The role of food preservative in food processing has been essential in maintaining the product quality. There are two main classes of preservatives: natural and chemical. Food preservatives are essential for the food manufacturing industry to provide a wide range of safe, wholesome, and attractive products at affordable prices to meet consumer requirements for quality, convenience, and variety. The food preservative market is driven by the consumer demand processed food and beverages. The growth potential of the market also depends on the research and development, and opportunities to introduce new preservatives. The market is characterized by the growing demand for natural food preservatives. The trend of natural preservatives has been originated from the appeal of European nations to market the clean label food products that are free of additives, especially chemical variants. And, hence, the changing lifestyle and the booming food and beverage industry have driven the demand for natural preservatives. In 2012, chemical preservatives accounted for a main share of the total food preservative market. The steady increase in demand for natural products is projected to increase the market value share of natural preservatives by 2018. North America formed the largest segment of the food preservative market in 2012. It is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 2.5% over the projected period. Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the second-largest market due to increase in demand for processed food in the region. It is also projected to gain the fastest growth during the same period. Scope of the Report Types - Natural - Chemical - Others Function - Antimicrobial agents - Antioxidants - Others Application - Oils & fats - Bakery - Dairy & frozen products - Snacks - Meat, poultry & seafood products - Confectionary - Beverages - Others Key Topics Covered: - Introduction - Executive Summary - Premium Insights - Industry Analysis - Market Overview - Market Analysis - Food Preservative Market, By Type - Food Preservative Market, By Function - Food Preservative Market, By Application - Food Preservative Market, By Geography - Competitive Landscape - Company Profiles - Akzo Nobel N.V. - Albemarle Corporation - Brenntag Inc. - Cargill, Incorporated - Celanese Corporation - Dupont De Nemours & Company - Jungbunzlauer Ag - Kerry Group - Purac Biochem B.V. - Royal Dsm N.V. Visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2s...eservative
AkzoNobel CEO heralds Swedish-Dutch anniversary
Thomson Reuters ONE - Mon Apr 07, 3:01AM CDT
April 7, 2014
Airgas Upgraded to Hold - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Apr 01, 8:20AM CDT
Zacks Investment Research upgraded Airgas to a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
PPG Industries Snaps Up Canal Supplies - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Mar 27, 3:00PM CDT
PPG Industries has agreed to buy substantially all of the assets of Panama-based Canal Supplies.
DuPont Opens Tech Center in South Africa - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Mar 27, 10:50AM CDT
Chemical giant DuPont has opened a newly expanded research facility at Delmas, South Africa.
ICI Pension Fund Trustee agrees GBP 3.6 bn annuity buy-in
Thomson Reuters ONE - Wed Mar 26, 2:02AM CDT
March 26, 2014
Research and Markets: Global Marine Coatings Market 2014-2018 with Akzo Nobel NV, Jotun A/S and PPG Industries Inc Dominating
Business Wire - Tue Mar 25, 10:50AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qffkks/global_marine) has announced the addition of the "Global Marine Coatings Market 2014-2018" report to their offering.
Global Marine Coatings Market 2014-2018 with Akzo Nobel NV, Jotun A/S and PPG Industries Inc Dominating
M2 - Tue Mar 25, 7:17AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/tzh69r/global_marine) has announced the addition of the "Global Marine Coatings Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Global Marine Coatings market to grow at a CAGR of 11.29 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the expansion of the Oil and Gas market. The Global Marine Coatings market has also been witnessing the growing consumer preference for eco-friendly products; however, the strict environmental regulations could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. Key vendors dominating this space are Akzo Nobel NV, Chugoku Marine Paints Ltd., Jotun A/S, and PPG Industries Inc. Other vendors mentioned in the report are Admiralty Coatings Inc., Advanced Marine Coatings AS, BASF SE, Boero Bartolomeo S.p.A., Brunel Marine Coating Systems plc, Engineered Marine Coatings LLC., Hempel A/S, Kansai paint Co. Ltd., KCC Corp., Nippon Paint Marine Coatings Co. Ltd, and The Sherwin-Williams Co. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: The increase in consumer preference for eco-friendly products is an important trend being witnessed in the Global Marine Coatings market. The increase in environmental regulations and restrictions along with the changing consumer preference for sustainable products is urging the marine coatings manufacturers to develop eco-friendly products. The makers of marine coatings, which include anti-corrosive, anti-fouling, and foul release products, are developing new and eco-friendly coatings to comply with the regulations and to meet the increasing demand for sustainable products that do not harm the marine ecosystem. This in turn is expected to propel the growth of the market during the forecast period. According to the report, one of the major drivers in this market is the rapid growth in the Oil and Gas industry. This in turn will boost the demand for protective and marine coatings. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/tz...bal_marine About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Global Asphalt Market 2014-2018: More Than 99% of Recycled Asphalt in US was Used for Construction Projects
M2 - Fri Mar 21, 9:41AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4wgfmc/global_asphalt) has announced the addition of the "Global Asphalt Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Global Asphalt market to grow at a CAGR of 4.05 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is increase in the use of recycled asphalt pavements. The Global Asphalt market has also been witnessing recycling activities at a rapid rate. However, unstable economic conditions could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. Key vendors dominating this market space include BP plc, ExxonMobil Corp., Imperial Oil Ltd., Shell Bitumen. Other vendors mentioned in the report are Aggregate Industries Ltd., Akzo Nobel NV, Atlas Roofing Corp., Anglo American plc, CEMEX UK Operations Ltd., CertainTeed Corp, Chevron Corp., China Petroleum & Chemical Corp., Colas Danmark A/S, CRH plc, Indian Oil Corp. Ltd., IKO Group Johns Manville, Lafarge SA, Marathon Petroleum Corp., Murphy Oil Corp., Neste Oil Oyj, Owens Corning Corp., Petroleos de Venezuela SA, RPM International Inc., Sinclair Oil Corp., Total S.A., United Refining Co., Valero Energy Corp., Ziegler Chemical & Mineral Corp. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: The trend of recycling is on the rise in the Global Asphalt market. Asphalt is the most recycled product in the Americas with a recycling rate of 80 percent. The rising popularity of RAP along with the need to reduce cost and wastage of materials is resulting in the increased recycling rates. According to a survey conducted by the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), more than 99 percent of recycled asphalt in the US was used for new construction projects, pavement preservation, and other paving projects. Government projects are adopting the usage of recycled materials and warm-mix asphalt to ensure that they get high-quality, sustainable roads and save taxpayers money in the process. According to the report, one of the main drivers in this market is the growth in traffic which calls for the construction of new roads and maintenance of existing ones. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4w...al_asphalt About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
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