The Aerosol Association of Australia has appointed Gary Bowman as its new Executive Director. Dr Bowman, who holds a PhD in Chemistry, brings more than 30 years of senior regional and global experience in the chemicals manufacturing sector, most recently with Reckitt, where he focused on product innovation and regulatory affairs. Association President David Cowper said... [Read More]

Akzo Nobel and Axalta Coating Systems have announced an all-stock merger of equals that will create one of the world’s largest coatings companies, with an enterprise value of around USD 25 billion and combined annual revenues of roughly USD 17 billion. The two businesses said the deal will bring together complementary product portfolios spanning industrial coatings,... [Read More]

Mucinex, the Reckitt-owned cough and cold brand, has introduced Mucinex Clear & Cool Saline Nasal Spray, a drug-free option for sinus congestion relief. The product combines saline with menthol and features a 2-in-1 nozzle: a Power-Jet™ mode for clearing nasal passages and a gentle mist for routine use. Users can select the appropriate setting depending on the... [Read More]

Bath & North East Somerset Council has joined a national initiative aimed at improving the recycling of post-consumer aerosols. The project is funded by Alupro through the Aerosol Recycling Initiative (UKARI) and facilitated by SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK. As part of the programme, kerbside waste composition data has been collected from households across the... [Read More]

A recent coroner’s report has raised urgent questions about aerosol safety and the role of social media in promoting dangerous behaviour among children. Oliver, a 12-year-old boy, tragically died after imitating a viral aerosol-related challenge. The BBC first reported on the incident. Greater Manchester South Assistant Coroner Andrew Bridgman highlighted the “toxic”... [Read More]

Lysol has launched a new campaign called the "StinkCheck" to address common household odours and encourage more open conversations about them. The initiative comes after a survey by Lysol found that 58% of respondents had argued or had awkward discussions with family, partners, or housemates about persistent smells in the home. As part of the campaign, reality TV... [Read More]

For over 75 years, Farmol has been a trusted contract manufacturer, serving the personal care, home care and pharmaceutical sectors. The company’s longevity in a highly competitive and ever-evolving industry is rooted in its commitment to an innovative approach. World Aerosols interviews CEO Roberto Rusticelli to learn more. When asked about the company’s evolution,... [Read More]

KDC/One has announced plans to close its Swallowfield production facility in Wellington, Somerset in England, transferring operations to its recently acquired Barony Universal site in Ayrshire, Scotland. The move is part of a strategic realignment aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and supporting the company’s growth objectives. The Canadian-owned business acquired... [Read More]

Unilever is set to significantly expand its operations in Hungary with a 30 billion forint (€76 million) investment in a new production facility in Nyírbátor, in the country’s north-east, reported Hungary Today. The consumer goods multinational, which has operated in Hungary for three decades, is enlarging its manufacturing base to include hygiene products alongside... [Read More]

Jamestrong Packaging has commissioned a new aluminium casting line at its manufacturing site in Taree, New South Wales in Australia, marking an $8 million investment aimed at strengthening domestic production and supporting regional employment. The new facility enables the company to produce aluminium slugs on-site using ingots supplied by Tomago Aluminium, reducing reliance... [Read More]