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XPONENTIAL 2026 Closes Out With a Focus on the Future of Human-Robot Interaction, Domestic Manufacturing, and Real-World Deployment
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 16 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release:
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XPONENTIAL 2026 Closes Out with a Focus on the Future of Human-Robot Interaction, Domestic Manufacturing, and Real-World Deployment
XPONENTIAL 2026 wrapped Thursday in Detroit with another full day of programming, packed show floor activity, and forward-looking conversations centered on how robotics and autonomous systems are increasingly intersecting with society, industry, and everyday operations.
The day's keynote featured roboticist and researcher Kate Darling,
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 16 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release:
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XPONENTIAL 2026 Closes Out with a Focus on the Future of Human-Robot Interaction, Domestic Manufacturing, and Real-World Deployment
XPONENTIAL 2026 wrapped Thursday in Detroit with another full day of programming, packed show floor activity, and forward-looking conversations centered on how robotics and autonomous systems are increasingly intersecting with society, industry, and everyday operations.
The day's keynote featured roboticist and researcher Kate Darling,whose work explores the legal, social, economic, and ethical dimensions of robotics and human-robot interaction. After a week largely focused on operational realities, deployment challenges, manufacturing scale, policy, and mission execution, Darling's keynote offered a deliberate shift in perspective -- stepping back to examine the broader societal implications of increasingly integrated robotic technologies and how humans will ultimately interact, collaborate, and build trust with autonomous systems in the years ahead.
The keynote program closed with remarks from RoboNation President & CEO Daryl Davidson, who highlighted the organization's growing impact on workforce development and talent pipeline initiatives across the autonomy ecosystem, while also offering attendees an early look ahead to XPONENTIAL 2027 in Miami.
Thursday's programming also highlighted growing momentum around domestic manufacturing and supply chain development. A workshop focused on opportunities for U.S. manufacturers to diversify into the UAV and drone supply chain brought together regional leaders and innovators including Blueflite, Lawrence Technological University, Swarm Defense, AG3 Labs, and Cobra Aero to discuss how local industry can play a larger role in strengthening America's autonomous systems industrial base.
End-user programming remained a major focus through the final day of the event, including sessions exploring the use of robotics and autonomous systems in construction and infrastructure applications, where automation continues to reshape workflows, safety, inspection, and project delivery across the built environment.
Public safety and operational deployment also remained front and center, with the Michigan Public Safety UAS Roundtable bringing together stakeholders to discuss drone integration, emergency response, coordination, and real-world operational lessons learned across the state.
Even into the final afternoon, the XPO Hall remained highly active as attendees continued exploring technology demonstrations, meeting with exhibitors, and building partnerships across air, ground, and maritime domains.
After four days of programming, demonstrations, and nonstop collaboration, XPONENTIAL 2026 closes with strong momentum across the autonomy industry.
More than 550 exhibitors and thousands of leaders from industry, government, defense, academia, and investment communities came together in Detroit to help shape what comes next for robotics and autonomous systems.
And if this week made anything clear, it is that staying ahead in autonomy requires not only advancing technology, but continuing to broaden perspective, strengthen collaboration, and think critically about real-world integration at scale.
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Original text here: https://www.auvsi.org/xponential-2026-closes-out-with-a-focus-on-the-future-of-human-robot-interaction-domestic-manufacturing-and-real-world-deployment/
[Category: National Defense]
Toy Association: June 18 Webinar - How to Succeed on TikTok Shop
NEW YORK, May 16 -- The Toy Association issued the following news on May 15, 2026:
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June 18 Webinar: How to Succeed on TikTok Shop
An upcoming Toy Association webinar will provide toy companies with the basics of operating as a TikTok Shop seller as social commerce continues to shape how consumers discover and purchase products. Registration is now open.
Taking place Thursday, June 18 at 2 p.m. (Eastern), "Grow with TikTok Shop: Toys Edition," will explore how to open and optimize a TikTok Shop, key drivers of success on the platform, and how brands can lean into campaign-driven discovery
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NEW YORK, May 16 -- The Toy Association issued the following news on May 15, 2026:
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June 18 Webinar: How to Succeed on TikTok Shop
An upcoming Toy Association webinar will provide toy companies with the basics of operating as a TikTok Shop seller as social commerce continues to shape how consumers discover and purchase products. Registration is now open.
Taking place Thursday, June 18 at 2 p.m. (Eastern), "Grow with TikTok Shop: Toys Edition," will explore how to open and optimize a TikTok Shop, key drivers of success on the platform, and how brands can lean into campaign-driven discoveryto connect with today's consumers. Attendees will also gain insights into the latest traffic trends and marketplace data specific to the toy industry.
The webinar will be presented by Curren Flaherty, category manager, lifestyle at TikTok Shop. Anne McConnell, The Toy Association's senior director of market research & educational initiatives, will moderate.
The session is open exclusively to Toy Association members at no cost. It is specifically recommended for industry professionals interested in launching or growing on TikTok Shop.
Questions about this webinar and other educational opportunities offered by The Toy Association(TM) may be directed to Anne McConnell, senior director of market research & educational initiatives.
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Original text here: https://www.toyassociation.org/PressRoom2/News/2026-News/june-18-webinar-how-to-succeed-on-tiktok-shop.aspx
[Category: Business]
SEMI and 23 Member Companies Urge U.S. Congress to Extend Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit
MILPITAS, California, May 16 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, issued the following news release:
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SEMI and 23 Member Companies Urge U.S. Congress to Extend Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit
Multi-year AMIC Extension Critical to Bolster Domestic Semiconductor Growth, Competitiveness and Innovation Across Supply Chain
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - SEMI, the industry association serving the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, and 23 member companies on the SEMI Tax Policy Committee, issued a
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MILPITAS, California, May 16 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, issued the following news release:
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SEMI and 23 Member Companies Urge U.S. Congress to Extend Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit
Multi-year AMIC Extension Critical to Bolster Domestic Semiconductor Growth, Competitiveness and Innovation Across Supply Chain
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - SEMI, the industry association serving the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, and 23 member companies on the SEMI Tax Policy Committee, issued aletter to the U.S. Congress urging immediate passage of a multi-year extension of the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (AMIC). The letter's signatories span the end-to-end semiconductor supply chain and underscore how AMIC drives the major investments essential to meet surging market demand.
"The Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit is essential to accelerating semiconductor growth in the United States--especially as semiconductor demand from emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum technologies continues to surge," said Joe Stockunas, SEMI Americas President. "The AMIC's looming expiration threatens business planning and long-term capital investment. Congress must act now to ensure American competitiveness and a resilient supply chain."
The U.S. semiconductor industry is scaling rapidly to power emerging technologies, telecommunications, and bioengineering--but that growth requires billions in sustained upfront investment. The AMIC's 35% investment tax credit helps mitigate those costs. Without extension, the credit's expiration creates a planning cliff that could derail the industry's historic momentum exactly when companies are committing to next-generation projects. A multi-year extension of the AMIC would sustain U.S. investment, strengthen domestic manufacturing, and cement U.S. global technological leadership.
The letter also highlights to Congress the value of expanding eligibility for the credit across the full semiconductor supply chain. Today semiconductor materials, chemicals, and electronic design automation (EDA) tools are excluded from the AMIC, risking domestic investment efforts and ceding ground to global competitors.
SEMI and its members urge Congress to extend the AMIC beyond the 2026 expiration date and stand ready to partner with Congress to make that a reality.
The letter was signed by SEMI Tax Policy Committee members:
* Advantest America Inc.
* Analog Devices
* Applied Materials, Inc.
* ASM
* ASML
* Axcelis Technologies Inc.
* CoorsTek
* Entegris, Inc.
* GlobalWafers America, LLC
* GlobalFoundries
* Intel Corporation
* KLA Corporation
* Lam Research Corporation
* onsemi
* Qnity Electronics, Inc.
* Roos Instruments
* Samsung
* SK hynix Inc.
* SkyWater Technology
* Teradyne, Inc.
* Texas Instruments
* Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings, Inc.
* TSMC
View SEMI's 2026 U.S. Policy Strategy (https://www.semi.org/sites/semi.org/files/2026-01/2026%20SEMI%20US%20Policy%20Paper_FINAL_012826.pdf) to learn more about SEMI's top policy priorities. For updates on SEMI's public policy efforts and developments, visit SEMI Global Advocacy (https://www.semi.org/en/global-advocacy).
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About SEMI
SEMI(R) is the global industry association connecting over 4,000 companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON(R) expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members' business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.
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INFODOC: https://www.semi.org/sites/semi.org/files/2026-05/SEMI 48D Letter May 2026 .pdf
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Original text here: https://www.semi.org/en/semi-press-release/semi-and-23-member-companies-urge-us-congress-to-extend-advanced-manufacturing-investment-credit
[Category: Electronic Products]
House Health Subcommittee Advances Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, May 16 -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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House Health Subcommittee Advances Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act
The Southern Shrimp Alliance welcomes the recent milestone towards giving the FDA the power to destroy imported products that pose a significant public health risk.
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On Wednesday, the Health Subcommittee of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce met for a markup of ten different bills, including the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act (H.R. 2715).
At the markup, Congressman Troy Carter (D-LA)
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NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, May 16 -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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House Health Subcommittee Advances Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act
The Southern Shrimp Alliance welcomes the recent milestone towards giving the FDA the power to destroy imported products that pose a significant public health risk.
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On Wednesday, the Health Subcommittee of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce met for a markup of ten different bills, including the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act (H.R. 2715).
At the markup, Congressman Troy Carter (D-LA)- one of the original sponsors of the bipartisan bill along with Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) - offered an amendment to the bill that incorporates input from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The updated bill provides the agency with authority to order the destruction of FDA-regulated imported merchandise that is refused entry into the United States due to a significant risk to public health, and gives importers the right to appeal such orders. In his comments to the Subcommittee regarding the need for the legislation, Representative Carter thanked the FDA for its productive partnership with Congress in refining the legislation.
The Health Subcommittee passed the amended bill by voice vote, sending it to the full House Committee on Energy and Commerce for consideration.
Why this bill is needed
Under current law, exporters can ship contaminated merchandise to the United States, withdraw the merchandise if flagged by the FDA, and try to bring it in later at a different port. This practice, known as "port shopping," exploits the FDA's weak inspection system and allows contaminated foods--particularly seafood--to reach American plates even after federal regulators have already rejected them.
The problem extends beyond food. At the Subcommittee's hearing on the bill in March, experts testified as to the need to close a loophole in existing law. Congressman Carter noted a rise in the exportation of dangerous vape devices and counterfeit drugs to the United States, often with no consequences for the exporters. The Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act closes this loophole and disincentivizes foreign companies from shipping dangerous merchandise to the United States in the first instance.
Congressman Carter's comments emphasized the widespread support for the bill. He noted that obtaining the authority to order the destruction of goods that pose a significant public health risk has been an objective of the FDA under both the Biden and Trump Administrations. He also underscored that the legislation was supported by a broad group of industries and public advocacy groups, including the Southern Shrimp Alliance, the Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation, the Partnership for Safe Medicines, the National Association of State Controlled Substances Authorities, and the National Consumers League.
Shrimp Industry Response to the Health Subcommittee's Markup
The Southern Shrimp Alliance (SSA) welcomes the markup session and thanks Congressman Troy Carter and the other members of the Health Subcommittee of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for prioritizing a bill that will protect American consumers and level the playing field for American seafood producers.
"All U.S. shrimpers owe a debt of gratitude for the continued bipartisan leadership of Congressman Troy Carter and Congressman Clay Higgins to get contaminated foreign shrimp out of our market," said Blake Price, director of the Southern Shrimp Alliance. "The Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act has broad support because Americans of all stripes want to see imported food that poses significant public health risks destroyed and they all want to see this bizarre, illogical loophole closed. We applaud the Health Subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee for moving this critical legislation forward and urge all Members to support its passage."
Closing the Port Shopping Loophole
The FDA itself has long recognized the dangers presented by this gap in existing law.
Beginning in Fiscal Year 2023, the FDA requested authority to require the destruction of imported products that pose a significant public health risk. The FDA repeated this request in Fiscal Year 2024 and in Fiscal Year 2025. In its Fiscal Year 2026 Legislative Priorities, the federal agency revised its explanation regarding the need for this authority to provide greater detail regarding the nature of its concerns, particularly with respect to contaminated seafood:
"The Agency has observed importers exporting or attempting to re-import commercial-sized shipments that pose a significant public health concern including food contaminated with Salmonella, Listeria and carcinogenic unapproved animal drugs; human drugs such as hand sanitizer contaminated with methanol; and misbranded or adulterated devices such as contact lenses, COVID-19 test kits, and personal protective equipment. In May 2023, a high-volume importer/wholesaler pled guilty to attempting to re-import 2100 cartons of frozen eels from China that were refused by FDA because testing confirmed contamination with a carcinogenic unapproved animal drug. FDA believes this new authority would prevent reimportation of refused products and would deter importers from seeking to import products they know or have reason to believe would pose a significant public health risk and could be ordered destroyed."
Most recently, the FDA has again renewed its request for this legislative authority in its Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Justification.
The problem extends beyond seafood. During a recent hearing before the Health Subcommittee of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce about the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act, Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta, Senior Scientist and Gillings Innovation Fellow at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, testified that port shopping is "a really common thing." He offered the example of muffins sold at a nationwide coffee shop chain that were found to contain plastic and refused entry, only to successfully enter the United States through another port and end up on the chain store's shelves.
Strong Bipartisan Support
The Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act was introduced in the House by Representatives Troy Carter (D-LA) and Clay Higgins (R-LA) and has attracted broad bipartisan support.
Currently, there are another thirteen bipartisan co-sponsors in the House of Representatives for H.R. 2715 from eight different states, including:
* Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL)
* Congressman Don Davis (D-NC)
* Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D-CT)
* Congressman Mike Ezell (R-MS)
* Congressman Cleo Fields (D-LA)
* Congressman Mike Haridopolos (R-FL)
* Congresswoman Jennifer Kiggans (R-VA)
* Congresswoman Julia Letlow (R-LA)
* Congressman Gregory Murphy (R-NC)
* Congressman Troy Nehls (R-TX)
* Congressman John Rutherford (R-FL)
* Congressman Gregory Steube (R-FL)
* Congressman Randy Weber (R-TX)
* Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC)
The Senate version of the bill (S. 3213), introduced by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL), has been co-sponsored by Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) and Senator John Kennedy (R-LA).
Strong Public Support
As noted, at the recent Health Subcommittee hearing, Representative Troy Carter highlighted the depth of the coalition that has coalesced around the bill, spanning from federal regulators, consumer safety advocates, and the domestic industry.
In February 2026, the Southern Shrimp Alliance led a coalition letter signed by sixteen American seafood-producing organizations to the House Energy Committee and the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, urging passage of the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act.
The signatories included:
* Alaska Longline Fishermen's Association
* Apostleship of the Sea of the United States of America
* Chesapeake Bay Seafood Industries Association
* East Coast Shellfish Growers Association
* Gulf of America Reef Fish Shareholders' Alliance
* Hawaii Longline Association
* Louisiana Crawfish Processors Alliance
* Louisiana Farm Bureau Crawfish Advisory Committee
* Maine Coast Fishermen's Association
* North American Marine Alliance
* North Carolina Fisheries Association
* Oregon Trawl Commission
* Port Arthur Area Shrimpers Association
* Southeastern Fisheries Association
* Southern Shrimp Alliance
* Texas Shrimp Association
In March 2026, the Safe Food Coalition sent their own coalition letter signed by eight public health and safety advocacy organizations to the House Energy Committee and the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, also urging passage of the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act.
The signatories of the Safe Food Coalition letter included:
* Center for Science in the Public Interest
* Consumer Federation of America
* Consumer Reports
* Farm Forward
* Food & Water Watch
* Government Accountability Project
* Institute for Food Safety & Nutrition Security
* Stop Foodborne Illness
Before that, a September 4, 2025 coalition letter from organizations "committed to protecting patient safety and securing the integrity of the United States supply chain" also directed at the House Energy Committee and the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, expressed strong support for the FDA's request for authority to order the destruction of dangerous imports, explaining that under current law, the FDA's process "sometimes results in [dangerous products] return to the rogue manufacturers, allowing these rogue manufacturers to port shop. After this return, the rogue manufacturers simply reship them back to the United States, again aiming to breach our pharmaceutical border security and harm American patients."
The nine signatories of the September 4, 2025 letter included:
* Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies (ASOP)
* ECRI
* Institute for Safe Medicine Practices
* The International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition
* National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators
* National Association of State Controlled Substances Authorities
* National Consumers League
* The Partnership for Safe Medicines
* Rx-360
What the Markup Means
A committee markup is the formal process by which a congressional committee considers, amends, and votes on legislation before sending it to the full chamber for a floor vote. The Health Subcommittee of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce's actions on Wednesday mark an important milestone on the long path for legislation to become law. Prior to consideration on the House floor, the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act will be subject to further consideration by the full House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
As the legislative process continues, the Southern Shrimp Alliance will work to identify additional stakeholders in support of the FDA's common sense, much-needed legislative request.
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Original text here: https://shrimpalliance.com/house-health-subcommittee-advances-destruction-of-hazardous-imports-act/
[Category: Food/Beverage]
Frost and Sullivan: Global Coatings and Stone Paint Markets Set for Sustained Growth Amid Shift Toward Sustainability and Architectural Innovation
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 16 (TNSrep) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Global Coatings and Stone Paint Markets Set for Sustained Growth Amid Shift Toward Sustainability and Architectural Innovation
Rapid growth in sustainable coatings and high-performance stone paint solutions is reshaping global construction markets, driven by regulatory pressure, urbanisation, and evolving architectural demands
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Shanghai, China -- According to recent analysis by Frost & Sullivan,
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 16 (TNSrep) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Global Coatings and Stone Paint Markets Set for Sustained Growth Amid Shift Toward Sustainability and Architectural Innovation
Rapid growth in sustainable coatings and high-performance stone paint solutions is reshaping global construction markets, driven by regulatory pressure, urbanisation, and evolving architectural demands
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Shanghai, China -- According to recent analysis by Frost & Sullivan,the global coatings industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by tightening environmental regulations, evolving construction demands, and rapid technological advancements. In parallel, the stone paint segment is emerging as a high-growth category, reshaping the landscape of exterior architectural finishes worldwide.
The global coatings industry, comprising waterborne, powder, and high-solids coatings, continues to transition toward environmentally sustainable solutions. This shift is supported by increasing regulatory pressure and strong construction activity, particularly across emerging markets. Waterborne coatings, including stone paint, are gaining traction as low-VOC alternatives that align with global sustainability targets.
The industry value chain remains robust, with stable upstream supply of raw materials such as solvents, aggregates, and additives, supporting midstream manufacturers producing architectural and industrial coatings. Downstream, demand spans diverse sectors including construction, automotive, furniture, and industrial equipment.
Frost & Sullivan estimates that the global coatings market grew from RMB 1,137.6 billion in 2020 to RMB 1,565.0 billion in 2025, representing a CAGR of 7.8%. The market is projected to reach RMB 2,248.7 billion by 2030, driven by continued innovation, infrastructure development, and the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies.
Within this broader market, the global stone paint industry - classified under exterior textured paints - has emerged as a key growth segment. These coatings replicate the appearance of natural stone while offering superior flexibility, reduced weight, and enhanced weather resistance. As a result, they are increasingly replacing traditional cladding materials in modern construction.
The global stone paint market expanded from RMB 42.2 billion in 2020 to RMB 106.1 billion in 2025, achieving a CAGR of 20.2%. It is forecast to reach RMB 245.1 billion by 2030, with a projected CAGR of 18.2% from 2025. Growth is being driven by rising demand for energy-efficient building materials and enhanced architectural aesthetics.
Stone-like coatings are becoming a pivotal enabler of high-quality architectural development. They not only enhance visual appeal but also reduce structural load and natural resource consumption, making them highly aligned with global sustainability objectives.
The Asia-Pacific region continues to play a central role in market expansion, both as a production hub and a key demand centre. In 2025, China accounted for 25.6% of the global stone paint market, supported by strong policy momentum around green building standards and carbon reduction initiatives. The country's stone paint market grew from RMB 11.4 billion in 2020 to RMB 27.2 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach RMB 50.6 billion by 2030.
From a competitive standpoint, the market remains moderately concentrated, with the top five players accounting for approximately 36.3% of global market share in 2025. SKSHU Paint leads the segment with an estimated 23.2% share.
Looking ahead, several structural drivers are expected to sustain growth in the stone paint market. These include increasing demand for customized architectural aesthetics, cost advantages over natural stone, and the continued tightening of environmental regulations promoting low-VOC and water-based solutions. In addition, infrastructure expansion across emerging markets in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa is expected to provide significant long-term demand.
As urbanisation accelerates and sustainability becomes a core priority, both the global coatings and stone paint industries are poised for continued innovation and expansion, reinforcing their critical role in the future of construction and industrial development.
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About Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Pipeline Company, enables clients to accelerate growth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation, and leadership. The company's Growth Pipeline as a Service provides the CEO's Growth Team with transformational strategies and best-practice models to drive the generation, evaluation, and implementation of powerful growth opportunities. For over 60 years, Frost & Sullivan has partnered with investors, corporate leaders, and governments to identify, prioritise, and execute transformational growth strategies.
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Original text here: https://www.frost.com/news/press-releases/global-coatings-and-stone-paint-markets-set-for-sustained-growth-amid-shift-toward-sustainability-and-architectural-innovation/
[Category: BizConsulting]
Clean Fuels Alliance America: As Bronx Sees Rise in Particulate Matter, Study Shows Biodiesel Would Create Immediate and Affordable Improvements
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, May 16 (TNSrpt) -- Clean Fuels Alliance America issued the following news release:
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As Bronx Sees Rise in Particulate Matter, Study Shows Biodiesel Would Create Immediate and Affordable Improvements
In light of a recent Columbia University study showing fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in the Bronx is rising, Clean Fuels Alliance America is reminding New Yorkers of a 2024 study that shows exactly how using biodiesel in place of diesel fuel could immediately lower particulate matter and reduce instances of health challenges including asthma, cancer and more.
The
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JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, May 16 (TNSrpt) -- Clean Fuels Alliance America issued the following news release:
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As Bronx Sees Rise in Particulate Matter, Study Shows Biodiesel Would Create Immediate and Affordable Improvements
In light of a recent Columbia University study showing fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in the Bronx is rising, Clean Fuels Alliance America is reminding New Yorkers of a 2024 study that shows exactly how using biodiesel in place of diesel fuel could immediately lower particulate matter and reduce instances of health challenges including asthma, cancer and more.
The2024 study "Assessment of Health Benefits From Using Biodiesel Fuel for On-Road Transportation Sources - Bronx, NY" found that switching heavy-duty vehicles to biodiesel would lower diesel particulate emissions around 72%. The study was conducted by Trinity Consultants for Clean Fuels Alliance America.
"Adjusting traffic patterns simply moves the air quality problems from one area to another," said Clean Fuels CEO Donnell Rehagen. "The real solution to urban health problems caused by air quality is to simply switch to a cleaner fuel. Increasing biodiesel use would immediately improve air quality for all New Yorkers, including those in the Bronx, at little to no cost and no significant changes to either trucks or fueling infrastructure."
The effects of lowering particulate matter through biodiesel use include reductions in major health challenges such as:
* Asthma: reduction of 204 incidents
* Lung cancer: reduction of 11 incidents
* Mortality (all cause): reduction of 73 incidents
* Work loss days: reduction of 12,566 incidents
"There are concrete steps officials can take today to improve air quality," Rehagen said. "For example, New York could transition its fleet of 50,000 school buses to biodiesel or renewable diesel now, delivering immediate and affordable emissions reductions and public health benefits for school children and communities across the state."
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Materials supported by the United Soybean Board, soybean farmers and their checkoffs.
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ABOUT CLEAN FUELS ALLIANCE AMERICA
Made from an increasingly diverse mix of resources such as recycled cooking oil, soybean oil, and animal fats, the clean fuels industry is a proven, integral part of America's clean energy future. Clean Fuels Alliance America is the U.S. trade association representing the entire biodiesel, renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel supply chain, including producers, feedstock suppliers and fuel distributors. Clean Fuels receives funding from a broad mix of private companies and associations, including the United Soybean Board and state checkoff organizations.
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REPORT: https://cleanfuels.org/wp-content/uploads/Bronx-CFAA-Transportation-Analysis-March-2024.pdf
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Original text here: https://cleanfuels.org/as-bronx-sees-rise-in-particulate-matter-study-shows-biodiesel-would-create-immediate-and-affordable-improvements/
[Category: Energy]
Animal Agriculture Alliance: Preparation and Collaboration are Key for Navigating Issues, According to 2026 Stakeholders Summit Speakers
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 16 -- The Animal Agriculture Alliance issued the following news release:
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Preparation and collaboration are key for navigating issues, according to 2026 Stakeholders Summit speakers
Virtual recording pass available for purchase through May 21; Save the date for May 5-7, 2027
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Speakers at the Animal Agriculture Alliance's 2026 Stakeholders Summit addressed pressures impacting animal protein, including animal rights extremism, legislative agendas, animal health and welfare, and supply chain coordination. The 2026 Summit was held May 5-7 in Kansas City, Mo. and
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 16 -- The Animal Agriculture Alliance issued the following news release:
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Preparation and collaboration are key for navigating issues, according to 2026 Stakeholders Summit speakers
Virtual recording pass available for purchase through May 21; Save the date for May 5-7, 2027
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Speakers at the Animal Agriculture Alliance's 2026 Stakeholders Summit addressed pressures impacting animal protein, including animal rights extremism, legislative agendas, animal health and welfare, and supply chain coordination. The 2026 Summit was held May 5-7 in Kansas City, Mo. andincluded more thanregistered in-person attendees. A recording pass is available for purchase through May 21 to access session recordings.
"The 2026 Stakeholders Summit highlighted the importance of the farm and food communities working together to navigate pressures impacting animal protein," said Hannah Thompson-Weeman, Alliance president and CEO. "Speakers emphasized the need for continued collaboration across sectors, the strength that comes with preparation, and the role telling our personal stories can play in reaching consumers. The networking opportunities across attendees was also a particular highlight for this year's event, with several new events added to the agenda."
Preparation is key
A key theme from Summit speakers was that preparation is key to safeguard against agricultural threats. During the session "High Steaks, Real Threats," panelists Andrew Rose, BIO-ISAC, Kristin King, AnzenSage, and Jonathan Lawler, Rural Strategies Group, offered several pieces of advice to attendees, including documenting practices and policies as verification if crisis hits the farm. They also recommended surveying the farm layout and looking at it as honestly as possible for potential weak points. The growth of technology in recent years also highlighted the need for increased cybersecurity measures to ensure data privacy and confidentiality.
A separate session, "What's Heating Up," addressed trends in activism and how farms, processing facilities, and zoos are being targeted. Speakers, including Challis Hobbs, Fur Commission USA, Joe Regenstein, PhD, Cornell and Kansas State University, and Tom Albert, Zoological Association of America, noted that vandalism, trespassing, animal release, and arson are some of the top tactics used to target animal facilities. In some cases, it's been identified that extremists are being hired and paid to attack farms. There's also a growing trend of smaller, family-owned farms being increasingly targeted. "Confidence comes from being prepared," Hobbs stated, quoting legendary basketball coach John Wooden.
Supply chain collaboration
Collaboration - from the farm level to consumer-facing restaurants and retailers - was also a key theme of the event. In the session "Tools of the Trade," speakers Stephanie Wetter, National Pork Board, and Callahan Grund, U.S. CattleTrace, discussed the importance of record keeping and data to support research and innovation. On the farm, it was stressed that employees should be trained, outcomes measured, and data verified to continuously improve protocols. Similarly in the animal health space, tracking disease spread between animals can be communicated with animal health officials to further collaboration and improve response. Supply chain members - wherever they sit - were encouraged to ask for data, engage with current data collection programs, and lean into traceability and transparency as assets rather than risks.
The opening keynote, "Leading Under Pressure" with Sarah Bohnenkamp, touched on supply chain collaboration as well, encouraging attendees to share more data across the supply chain and to walk a mile in each other's shoes to consider perspectives. Stakeholders need to trust one another to do their part and be intentionally curious to foster engagement and understanding. In the closing keynote, Crystal Mackay, LOFT32, stated, "For our industry to show up and grow and meet demand, we need to show up and collaborate."
Tell your story or others will tell it for you
Sessions also recognized the need to continue telling personal stories, noting if the farm and food communities don't tell their own stories, someone else will tell it for them and it may not be accurate. During the session "Leveraging Sustainability to Build Trust," panelists including Nancy Himmelfarb, Himmelfarb Sustainability Consulting, Francois Leger, FPL Food, LLC, and Rachael Wagner, Eocene Environmental Group, recommended sharing values, practices, and policies confidently with the public. A strong stance is more authentic and clearer and will resonate more with the audience. Companies were also encouraged to ensure they are engaging with employees who can be their strongest assets in sharing personal stories and building brand trust.
A recording pass has been made available to purchase for those who were not able to attend the 2026 Summit in person. Session recordings will be posted within two weeks after the event and will only be available to registered attendees and recording pass holders.
Save the date for the 2027 Stakeholders Summit, scheduled for May 5-7 in Arlington, Va. Follow the hashtag #AAA27 for periodic updates about the event.
The 2026 Summit would not be possible without the support of sponsors, including U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, Farm Journal, Meatingplace, Watt, Cargill, Perdue Farms, Zoetis, American Feed Industry Association, Dairy Farmers of America, U.S. Soy, Agri-Pulse Communications, Inc., Amick Farms, Aviagen, CoBank, Dairy MAX, Farm Credit Council, Mountaire Farms, National Pork Board, National Pork Producers Council, American Farm Bureau Federation, American Lamb Board, Cal-Maine Foods, Cobb-Vantress, LLC, Empirical, Hendrix Genetics, National Chicken Council, North Carolina Farm Bureau, Progressive Dairy, Trans Ova Genetics, Tyson Foods, United Egg Producers, Vivayic, Eggland's Best, and Eocene Environmental Group.
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Original text here: https://animalagalliance.org/resource/preparation-and-collaboration-are-key-for-navigating-issues-according-to-2026-stakeholders-summit-speakers/
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