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BASF Coatings has received certification from TÜV Rheinland for the calculation methodology of its Eco Impact Assessment tool.  Photo: BASF Coatings
April 13, 2026

BASF Coatings’ Eco Impact Assessment tool receives TÜV Rheinland certification

BASF Coatings has received certification from TÜV Rheinland for the calculation methodology of its Eco Impact Assessment tool. The independent assessment confirms that the methodology meets established standards for transparency and consistency. The certification verifies that the tool’s corporate carbon footprint calculations for body shops are aligned with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. This provides body shops with a validated basis for assessing and managing their environmental impact alongside operational performance. 
March 26, 2026

BASF Coatings announces leadership transition post-closing

BASF Coatings today (March 26, 2026) announced that Jens Luehring will be appointed Chief Executive Officer upon closing of the transaction between BASF and Carlyle, which will establish a standalone coatings company. Dr. Uta Holzenkamp will continue to lead BASF Coatings until closing and will then support Jens Luehring to ensure a smooth transition. 
BASF Coatings develops more than 1,300 color concepts every year
March 18, 2026

International Color Day: When automotive color meets performance, protection and sustainability

Automotive color is where emotional design meets materials science. It influences brand identity, purchase decisions, safety perception and even sustainability. In anticipation of International Color Day on March 21, BASF Coatings is highlighting the crucial role color plays in automotive design, manufacturing and repair.
Project team and Breuil-le-Sec Lean Lab team during inauguration at BASF Coatings France
March 11, 2026

Inauguration of the "Lean Lab" laboratory concept in Breuil-le-Sec, France

BASF Coatings inaugurates new laboratory facilities at its Breuil-le-Sec site in France, marking a key step in the development of its innovation capabilities in Europe.
February 24, 2026

BASF Coatings and Volvo Car UK sign three-year partnership

BASF Coatings will continue to supply Volvo’s Approved Bodyshop Network with its premium paint brands Glasurit and R-M through its distribution channels in the UK.