As part of the 31st SpaceX resupply mission, thin-film coatings developed at Montanuniversität Leoben (Austria) for future space applications are being tested on the International Space Station (ISS). More
https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/thin-film-coatings-for-space-applications-being-tested-on-the-iss-3441171.html
The European paint association Cepe fears that the competitiveness of the EU paint industry will be impaired by punitive tariffs on titanium dioxide from China and is calling on member states to reject corresponding EU Commission proposals. More
https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/association-of-european-paint-manufacturers-rejects-punitive-tariffs-on-titanium-dioxide-from-china-3441169.html
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The technology company ABB has entered into a strategic partnership with the software manufacturer ESS to develop powerful simulation tools that will transform the painting process in the automotive industry. More
https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/abb-aims-to-reduce-costs-and-emissions-in-vehicle-painting-through-strategic-cooperation-3441168.html
Due to an unfavorable schedule and the challenging situation of the AM industry, Formnext Chicago will not take place in 2025 and has been postponed. More
https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/formnext-chicago-2025-postponed-3440718.html