• IBIS@ Autopromotec 2025: Registration now open

    • April 26, 2025
    • Posted by: Simon Wait
    • Categories: IBIS News, IBIS Newsletter
    IBIS Worldwide is coming to Autopromotec in 2025 with a powerful presence and two dedicated sessions for the bodyshop sector. Taking place on 21 May at 12pm and 3pm inside Pavilion 29 of the BolognaFiere Exhibition Centre, IBIS@ Autopromotec 2025 will bring together forward-thinking professionals to address current challenges and future opportunities in the collision [...]
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  • AkzoNobel launches its Productivity Drive 2025 roadshow

    • April 26, 2025
    • Posted by: Simon Wait
    • Categories: IBIS News, IBIS Newsletter
    AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes is embarking on a tour across 12 countries in EMEA, including the UK, to introduce its next generation of products and services as part of its “From Start to Refinish: Productivity Drive 2025” roadshow, with the aim of bringing innovation to bodyshop professionals.  The roadshow will showcase the recently launched one-stop application waterborne [...]
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  • APAC automakers face uncertainty as US tariffs trigger strategic recalibration

    • April 17, 2025
    • Posted by: Simon Wait
    • Categories: IBIS News, IBIS Newsletter, Press Releases
    APAC automakers face uncertainty as US tariffs trigger strategic recalibration, finds GlobalData The 25% US tariff on foreign automobiles and parts has created deep uncertainty for Asia-Pacific (APAC) automakers. With significant exposure to the US market, they now face rising costs, strained supply chains, and pressure to shift production. The temporary 90-day hold on the [...]
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  • Sebastian Birkel becomes the new Group CEO of Europcar Mobility Group

    • April 16, 2025
    • Posted by: Simon Wait
    • Categories: IBIS News, IBIS Newsletter, Press Releases
    Birkel has extensive experience in the car rental industry, including as CEO of SIXT’s North American business Sebastian Birkel (42) will take over the management of the company from May 1st, 2025. The experienced manager is moving from the top of the profection Group to Europcar Mobility Group. Birkel succeeds Olivier Baldassari, who is currently [...]
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  • Axalta leads the way in collision repair at IBIS USA 2025

    • March 24, 2025
    • Posted by: Simon Wait
    • Categories: IBIS News, IBIS Newsletter
    Axalta is continuing to shape the future of collision repair as they join forces once again with IBIS Worldwide for the IBIS USA 2025 conference. With over 150 years of excellence in the coatings industry, Axalta remains at the forefront of innovation, through their industry-leading refinish products that are revolutionising bodyshop operations, advancing mobility solutions [...]
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