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• PPG chases sustainability

  Published 2 May 2025

  In 2024, 41% of our sales came from sustainable solutions. With products like SIGMAGLIDE® 2390 and NEXEON™ 810, plus electrostatic application, we're cutting waste and helping meet emissions goals.
  
  Published in Paints and Coatings Magazine

• The right marine coating can go a long way toward reducing drag and saving on fuel

  Published 24 April 2025

  FuelEU, launched in 2024, drives greener shipping. PPG’s electrostatic hull coatings cut emissions, boost efficiency, and help shipowners meet regulations while lowering costs and waste.
  
  Published in The Maritime Executive

• PPG's sustainably advantaged marine coating solutions

  Published 24 April 2025

  PPG leads in marine sustainability with copper-free coatings like SIGMAGLIDE 2390 and NEXEON 810. Paired with electrostatic application, they cut emissions, fuel use, and help meet green regulations.
  
  Published in Dry Cargo International

• PPG teams highlight innovative coatings at major tradeshows around the world

  Published 22 April 2025

  PMC teams have traveled globally, showcasing solutions for protective and marine markets—highlighting our commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and our role as a trusted industry partner.

• Q&A with Bill Pernice on Pitt-Therm 909

  Published 15 April 2025

  In this Q&A, Bill Pernice, Global Segment Director for Oil & Gas at PPG, shares insights on Pitt-Therm 909, a spray-on insulation coating engineered for high temperatures and challenging geometries.
  
  Published in Thermal Processing Magazine

• How electrostatically applied biocide-free fouling control coatings can help the cruise industry

  Published 4 April 2025

  Ariana Psomas, PPG global segment director, New Build & Dry Dock, Marine Coatings, explains how adopting low-friction silicone coatings can help the cruise industry to meet sustainability goals.
  
  Published in Hellenic Shipping News

• PPG announces first drydocking for COSCO Shipping with electrostatic application of PPG SIGMAGLIDE

  Published 18 March 2025

  PPG’s Protective & Marine Coatings team used electrostatic application of PPG SIGMAGLIDE® on a 333m COSCO tanker, cutting waste/emissions and supporting eco-friendly marine innovation.

• How to combat CUI in oil and gas operations

  Published 12 March 2025

  CUI threatens oil & gas assets, using up to 10% of maintenance budgets. Understanding risks, following standards, and using advanced coatings helps extend asset life and improve efficiency.
  
  Published in BIC Magazine

• @PPG It's electrostatic

  Published 10 March 2025

  PPG celebrates its 50th electrostatic marine coating, using PPG SIGMAGLIDE® & NEXEON™ to cut overspray, waste & emissions by up to 35%, aiding IMO 2050 goals for sustainable shipping.
  
  Published in Maritime Reporter Magazine

• Maximize offshore energy assets' lifespan

  Published 18 February 2025

  Advanced protective coatings are key to offshore energy sustainability—extending asset life, cutting corrosion costs, and supporting circular economy goals amid growing offshore wind capacity.
  
  Published in Maritime Magazine