Additives Biesterfeld and manufacturer Evonik are expanding their long-term partnership in the field of paints and varnishes. Following the companies' cooperation for a selected portfolio in various countries, Biesterfeld is to receive further distribution rights. With immediate effect, Biesterfeld is now the exclusive distributor for Evonik's Coating Additives Business Line in Central and Southeastern Europe. The portfolio includes silica products and several liquid additives. Investment BASF started up its new acrylic dispersions production line in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, doubling its ...