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Weekly Recap: Sherwin-Williams & Hempel Top This Week’s Stories

The most viewed news on our site for the week ending April 11, 2026.

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By: Rachel Klemovitch

Assistant Editor

Here is Coatings World’s weekly recap—the most viewed news stories on our site for the week ending April 11, 2026.

This week, Sherwin-Williams has launched Forte Urethanized Acrylic, a high-performance coating designed for both vertical and horizontal surfaces. Also, Terry Knowles looked at Hempel and Jotun’s performance in 2025 as its five-year strategy concludes. AkzoNobel Powder Coatings expanded its “My Interpon Portal” with a range of professional services available for purchase directly online. Next, Dave Savastano looks at Axalta’s Automotive Color of the Year, Solar Boost, a brilliant orange. India, Asia-Pacific Correspondent, Yogender Singh, covers the Paint India 2026 event in Mumbai, which witnessed several companies showcasing their innovation and products for the Indian paint & coating industry.

Here are our top five most-viewed stories from the past week:

1. Sherwin-Williams Launches Versatile New Acrylic Paint Product

2. A Look at Hempel and Jotun in 2025

3. AkzoNobel Power Coatings Expands My Interpon Portal

4. Axalta’s Solar Boost Brings Colorful Excitement to Your Car

5. Paint India 2026

Thanks for reading our Breaking News. We’ll have a new list for you next Saturday.

Have a great week!

Rachel Klemovitch

Assistant Editor

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