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2022 EchoMBR Ranking Awards Looming Large
Business
Nov 23, 2022
Staff Writer

2022 EchoMBR Ranking Awards Looming Large

With the announcement of the 2021 winners of the EchoMBR Ranking Awards still fresh in the minds of industry movers and shakers, it is nearly time...

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THE SUCCESS STORY OF “BLOODY GOOD STUFF” AND BEYOND: An Interview With Pratley CEO Andrew Pratley
Business
Oct 11, 2022
Staff Writer

THE SUCCESS STORY OF “BLOODY GOOD STUFF” AND BEYOND: An Interview With Pratley CEO Andrew Pratley

The year 2023 will see Pratley celebrating its 75th birthday. BodyShop News caught up with CEO Andrew Pratley to savour the company’s rich South...

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NEW BLOOD AT BASF HAS OLD SCHOOL WORK ETHIC: An Interview With MD Maritz Botha
Business
Sep 11, 2022
Staff Writer

NEW BLOOD AT BASF HAS OLD SCHOOL WORK ETHIC: An Interview With MD Maritz Botha

On 1 September, Maritz Botha took over the reins as Managing Director at BASF Coating Services South Africa. He took some time out of his busy...

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Volkswagen Embraces R2RSA Guidelines, Will Share Data With ISPs
Business
Jun 24, 2022
Staff Writer

Volkswagen Embraces R2RSA Guidelines, Will Share Data With ISPs

Right to Repair South Africa (R2RSA) has announced that Volkswagen now supports its Guidelines access scheme for data sharing with independent...

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BASF Extends Partnership With WorldSkills International To 2025
Business
Jun 21, 2022
Staff Writer

BASF Extends Partnership With WorldSkills International To 2025

BASF’s Coatings division has signed a new three year global industry partnership with WorldSkills International. The agreement continues BASF’s...

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Sherwin-Williams Appoints President/COO, Group Presidents
Business
Jun 20, 2022
Staff Writer

Sherwin-Williams Appoints President/COO, Group Presidents

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Marina Pariseau Joins 3M As Chief Diversity Officer
Business
Jun 16, 2022
Staff Writer

Marina Pariseau Joins 3M As Chief Diversity Officer

Marina Pariseau has been appointed 3M’s Chief Diversity Officer and Vice President, Global Diversity & Inclusion, Human Resources. 3M said...

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Ford Named Industry Leader For Environmental Performance In 2022
Business
Jun 16, 2022
Staff Writer

Ford Named Industry Leader For Environmental Performance In 2022

Ford has been recognised as the automotive industry leader for environmental performance in the 2022 rankings of America’s Most JUST Companies...

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BMW Group Acquires Alpina
Business
Jun 15, 2022
Staff Writer

BMW Group Acquires Alpina

BMW Group has reached an agreement to buy the Alpina brand from Alpina Burkard Bovensiepento, subject to various conditions including approval by...

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BASF Opens New Automotive Refinish Coatings Laboratory
Business
Jun 14, 2022
Staff Writer

BASF Opens New Automotive Refinish Coatings Laboratory

BASF has opened a new laboratory building for the development of automotive refinish coatings and innovations “beyond paint” at its site in...

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PPG: Personalisation Rises As Colour Choice Remains Black And White
Business
Jun 13, 2022
Staff Writer

PPG: Personalisation Rises As Colour Choice Remains Black And White

PPG’s 2021 Automotive Colour Popularity Report reveals several emerging trends, including increased demand for two-tone finishes and personalised...

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Thatcham: Liability For Automated Driving System Accidents Is Complex And Nuanced
Business
Jun 10, 2022
Staff Writer

Thatcham: Liability For Automated Driving System Accidents Is Complex And Nuanced

Thatcham Research has responded to a report that Mercedes-Benz will accept legal responsibility for collisions occurring in cars fitted with a...

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