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PPG (NYSE:PPG) has achieved a significant milestone with the 3,000th global installation of its PPG MOONWALK automated paint mixing system at Wren's Collision Group in Auburn, Alabama. The system, launched in 2019, has been adopted by collision centers across 60+ countries, offering precision mixing, time savings, and waste reduction benefits.

The PPG MoonWalk system integrates with the PPG LINQ digital ecosystem, providing efficient workflows and real-time data management. The company reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024 and operates in more than 70 countries, serving construction, consumer products, industrial, and transportation markets.

PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) announced a planned succession for its general counsel position. Anne M. Foulkes, current senior vice president and general counsel since 2018, will transition to a new role as senior vice president, legal and special projects, effective January 1, 2026.

Foulkes, 62, who has been with PPG for 30 years, will continue to serve through August 31, 2026, ensuring a smooth transition of general counsel responsibilities. During her tenure at PPG, she has provided legal support across various business units, managed global acquisition activities, and served as a member of the company's operating and executive committees.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has announced the appointment of Joe Gette as senior vice president, general counsel and secretary, effective January 1, 2026. Gette, 53, who currently serves as vice president, deputy general counsel and secretary, will succeed Anne M. Foulkes, 62, who plans to retire.

Gette joined PPG in 2005 and has held various leadership roles, including oversight of mergers and acquisitions, securities, and commercial legal activities for U.S. and Latin America regions. He will join the company's operating and executive committees, reporting to PPG chairman and CEO Tim Knavish.

Foulkes will transition to senior vice president, legal and special projects, continuing to report to Knavish through August 2026 to ensure a smooth transition.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has marked the 10-year anniversary of its COLORFUL COMMUNITIES® program by returning to Propel Hazelwood charter school in Pittsburgh, the site of its first project. The company completed a transformative makeover including fresh paint, new logo design, and an obstacle course installation using ENNIS-FLINT® by PPG DECOMARK® materials.

PPG has announced a $15 million commitment to extend the program for another decade, along with $1 million in celebration grants to be distributed among 100 previous and current partners globally. Since 2015, the program has completed nearly 600 global projects, impacting over 10.2 million people across more than 50 countries. In 2024, PPG invested $18.4 million in community engagement efforts worldwide.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has announced the integration of its PPG ADJUSTRITE® commercial estimating platform with PPG PAINTMANAGER® XI color management software, aimed at enhancing workflow efficiency in the commercial vehicle repair industry.

The integration enables seamless data transfer between the two platforms, automating material inputs and eliminating duplicate data entry. This functionality improves tracking, management, and reporting of paint material usage and job costs. Key benefits include streamlined job setup, automated productivity maximization, improved material calculations accuracy, and enhanced tracking capabilities.

The feature is exclusively available to customers using both PPG AdjustRite estimation platform and PPG commercial transport coatings. PPG reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024 and operates in more than 70 countries.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has announced a significant 15-year renewal of its joint venture agreement with Asian Paints Ltd. in India, extending from 2026 through 2041. The partnership consists of two 50-50 joint ventures: PPG Asian Paints Private Ltd., serving automotive, refinish, marine, and consumer packaging markets, and Asian Paints PPG Private Ltd., focusing on protective and powder coatings.

The renewed agreement maintains the existing management structure, with PPG maintaining control of PPG Asian Paints Private Ltd., while Asian Paints Ltd. retains management control of Asian Paints PPG Private Ltd. This strategic partnership aims to continue delivering industrial solutions in one of the world's fastest-growing economies.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) reported second quarter 2025 financial results with net sales of $4.2 billion, showing a 1% decrease year-over-year due to business divestitures, while organic sales grew 2%. The company achieved reported EPS of $1.98 and adjusted EPS of $2.22.

Key performance metrics include segment margin of 17.7% and segment EBITDA margin of 20.3%. The Performance Coatings segment achieved record quarterly sales and earnings with 6% organic sales growth. Share repurchases totaled $150 million in Q2 and $540 million year-to-date.

PPG reaffirmed its full-year 2025 adjusted EPS guidance range of $7.75 to $8.05, expecting accelerated volume growth momentum and high single-digit percentage EPS growth in the second half of the year.

[ "Record quarterly sales and earnings in Performance Coatings segment with 6% organic sales growth", "2% organic sales growth driven by higher volumes and prices", "Strong balance sheet with $1.6 billion in cash and short-term investments", "Share repurchases of $540 million year-to-date", "Aerospace coatings achieved record quarterly sales with high single-digit organic growth", "Packaging coatings organic sales increased by high single-digit percentage" ]

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has announced a quarterly dividend increase of 3 cents per share to 71 cents, payable September 12, 2025, to shareholders of record August 11, 2025. This marks the company's 508th consecutive dividend payment, maintaining its remarkable track record of uninterrupted annual dividends since 1899.

The dividend increase demonstrates the Board's confidence in PPG's business resilience and future growth prospects. The company, headquartered in Pittsburgh, operates in over 70 countries and reported net sales of $15.8 billion in 2024, serving construction, consumer products, industrial, and transportation markets.

PPG (NYSE:PPG) has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the seventh consecutive year, recognizing its strong sustainability practices. The company reported significant progress on its 2030 sustainability targets, including 41% of sales from sustainably advantaged products and an 18% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

Key achievements include a 6% reduction in value chain emissions, 48% of process waste reused or recycled, and 28% reduction in water intensity at priority sites. PPG has also received recognition from EcoVadis, MSCI, and is listed on several sustainability rankings including Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies.