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International Growth Continues at ChemQuest with Two New European Directors
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to announce the appointment of two Netherlands-based directors: Erwin Wild and Ruud van der Eerden. Erwin Wild is an experienced international business manager with a 30-year track record in the chemical industry. He combines his passion for innovation with an entrepreneurial attitude in order to develop holistic paths to success. Ruud van der Eerden is a driven strategic executive with more than 35 years of leadership in global strategy, sales, marketing, technology, regulatory, and business management of specialty resins and polymers in CASE and other markets. He has demonstrated expertise in developing and pressure-testing scenarios for business and commercial strategies.
Fallon and Devonport Named ChemQuest VPs
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to announce that Cynthia Fallon, Ph.D., and Wayne Devonport, Ph.D., have joined the firm and will serve as vice presidents. Both will support global clients in projects that span the firm’s service offerings. Fallon is an organic chemist with more than 35 years of experience in the chemical industry, having served in multiple capacities in R&D, new product development, scale-up, quality control, and operations. Devonport is a strategic and customer-oriented leader with global experience building high-performing innovation and R&D teams and delivering profitable growth in the chemical manufacturing industry.
ChemQuest Bolsters R&D and Operations Management Expertise with New Appointments
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to announce the appointment of three new directors: Kalyan Sehanobish, Ph.D.; John DeJoy; and Mitch Magee. Sehanobish has built a proven track record in R&D over his more than 40-year career in the thermoplastics industry, driving profitable, sustainable business growth and delivering breakthrough innovations. DeJoy has an accomplished and rich background in manufacturing and operations, with prior roles including plant manager, regional vice president, and senior vice president for manufacturing and engineering. Magee is a results-driven manufacturing executive with over 35 years of progressive leadership experience in global manufacturing operations.
Market Reports
U.S. Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2023 – 2028)
Global Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2024 – 2029)
Articles
Three Key Trends Shaping Adhesives and Sealants Advances
Three dominant trends are redefining the adhesives and sealants segment. These are not isolated shifts but interconnected forces that determine which products win specifications, which suppliers remain qualified, and how value chains adapt to regulatory, technical, and operational pressures. Adhesives are no longer background consumables; they are strategic enablers of greener supply chains, lighter designs, and smarter high‑speed manufacturing. Their relevance today – and in the future – lies in shaping both compliance and competitive advantage.
Driving Operational Excellence with Overall Equipment Effectiveness
The goal of operational excellence is to continuously improve a company’s end-to-end operations, including production facilities as well as business functions, enabling the organization to achieve high performance while maintaining agility and responsiveness. Optimal operations support your company’s competitive advantage while driving long-term profitable growth. One ripe target for improvement in many organizations is overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), which compares your operation’s ideal performance to its overall real performance.
Driving Innovation through Disruption
When we discuss true market disruption, we are referring to the introduction of a product, service, or innovation that fundamentally alters how an industry operates. Often driven by technological advancements or shifts in business models, such changes frequently originate outside of established frameworks. The result? Successful disruptive innovation not only enables new revenue streams for the innovator, but it reshapes consumer expectations and challenges incumbent players.
The State of the U.S. Paint and Coatings Industry: Geopolitics, Supply Chains, and Strategy
The post-pandemic U.S. paint and coatings industry is doing reasonably well. There will continue to be structural global issues that will mitigate against any scenarios in which “things return to [former] normal,” but the value of the U.S. paint and coatings industry has grown. What should we expect in 2025e (estimated) and 2026 forecast (2026f)?
Challenges Breed Opportunities for Specialty Chemicals
What a year! As 2025 begins to draw to a close, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank our clients around the globe who have trusted ChemQuest to help them navigate these uncertain and (at times) turbulent economic, geopolitical, and industrial dynamics. Your faith in us is much appreciated. I know that a wait-and-see attitude can be tempting during times like these, but I strongly believe the quest for continual improvement and long-term profitable growth should not be dependent on working under ideal circumstances. And circumstances this year have certainly not been ideal.
Aerosol Paints: Technology, Challenges, and Innovations
Aerosol paints, popularly known as spray paints, have become indispensable for use in various industries, crafts, and everyday life. They offer a convenient, portable, and efficient way to apply coatings, delivering smooth finishes without brushes or rollers. However, aerosol paints also pose unique challenges in terms of environmental impact, regulatory compliance, and formulation.
Newsletters
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – November/December 2025
What a year! As 2025 begins to draw to a close, we’d like to take this opportunity to thank our clients around the globe who have trusted ChemQuest to help them navigate these uncertain and (at times) turbulent economic, geopolitical, and industrial dynamics. Your...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – September/October 2025
As we all know, personnel roles within specialty chemicals and advanced materials require specialized know-how and skills. This can make it incredibly difficult to find knowledgeable and experienced people to fill key positions. Compounding the problem is the fact...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – July/August 2025
High inflation and negative economic growth are certainly problematic on a macro level. However, the level of impact that those forces has on your company depends to a large degree on not only your organization’s overall fiscal health but its flexibility. Can you...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – May/June 2025
When faced with uncertainty, many companies choose a “wait and see” approach instead of taking proactive steps to ensure their long-term success. This risk-averse mindset is counterproductive, as inertia not only inhibits your company’s progress but hands your...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – March/April 2025
As widespread U.S. import tariffs become a reality and various international tensions escalate (e.g., Russia and Ukraine, China and Taiwan), understanding global dynamics is more important than ever when developing effective business strategy. After all, it is...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – January/February 2025
“I didn’t know ChemQuest could do that.” This is a comment I’ve heard from new contacts and existing industry partners alike. They may know us for one or two areas of expertise but are unaware that we routinely support a range of initiatives, often within the same...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – November/December 2024
The higher costs associated with anticipated higher import tariffs are certainly challenging. The question is: What is the best course of action for your business? Numerous supply chain strategies should be at the top of your list for consideration. Could your company...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – September/October 2024
Foreign investment in the U.S. is being increasingly discussed throughout our network. These are complicated undertakings for our clients, requiring deep expertise not only in manufacturing processes but in the specific needs of specialty chemicals and advanced...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – July/August 2024
Business Cycle Analysis is a powerful tool that enables companies to proactively assess the economy, identify trends, and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Just as we encourage clients to explore BCA—and we frequently apply the tool in our work on their behalf—I...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – May/June 2024
Certainly on paper, moving your production may seem like a clear, straightforward solution to numerous operational challenges. In practice, however, the process is extremely complicated with myriad issues that need to be fully considered in order to ensure success....
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