The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has opened a funding opportunity for rapid, high-impact projects that support the nation’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

An exclusive survey was recently fielded to discover how companies in the manufacturing sector are dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Canadian Paint and Coatings Association (CPCA) recently shared that the paint and coatings industry continues to supply critical products in support of historic challenges brought on by the current pandemic.

The Committee for Economic Development (CED) of The Conference Board (CED) recently announced that it is calling for policymakers and businesses to work together to put an emphasis on infrastructure spending now in order to kick-start the U.S. economy in the face of the coronavirus-related downturn.

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA) recently sent a letter to the White House and state governors reinforcing that specialty chemical manufacturers play a critical role in providing essential products to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

Manufacturers of all sizes and in myriad industries have jumped into action to provide relief in the form of monetary and product donations, repurposed production lines, and more in order to combat the global threat of COVID-19.

TiPMC believes this scenario sets up the TiO₂ industry for a roller coaster impact throughout the next several months. The implications of a weaker Chinese economy will be involved in a balancing act with reduced Chinese production and increasing Chinese production costs.

What impact is COVID-19 having on your business? Please contact me at suttons@bnpmedia.com to share your story.