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DSM Invests €15M to Expand Meppen Coating Resins Plant

At a glance
  • DSM invested €15 million to expand its Coating Resins plant in Meppen, Germany.
  • The plant specializes in liquid polyesters and specialty resins.
  • The expansion supports growth in the BPA-free can and coil coatings market.
  • The investment aims to improve supply flexibility and stock management.

Investment Overview

Royal DSM has invested €15 million to expand its Coating Resins plant in Meppen, Germany. This facility specializes in the production of liquid polyesters and other specialty resins.

Market Growth

The expansion is driven by strong growth in the can and coil coatings segment, partly due to a market shift from epoxy-based packaging coatings to BPA-free solutions.

Operational Enhancements

The investment will enable greater supply flexibility, the ability to meet growing demand, and improved stock management. This move aims to strengthen DSM's long-term position in the coatings market.