AkzoNobel today announced that Michelle Sullivan is appointed Sales Director for its Vehicle Refinish (VR) US-East Region effective August 1. Michelle reports directly to John Griffin, Regional Commercial Director – AkzoNobel Automotive & Specialty Coatings, Americas, and President – AkzoNobel, Inc. In her new role, Michelle is responsible for leading sales efforts across all VR […]
AkzoNobel and Sikkens Extend Partnership with Mercedes-Benz in China and Indonesia
Mercedes-Benz and AkzoNobel have agreed to extend their partnership agreement for another four years. It means the company will continue to be a recommended supplier of vehicle refinish products and services in China and a preferred partner in Indonesia. The deal was confirmed after extensive testing and analysis of the product assortments and services provided […]
AkzoNobel Sets Carbon Reduction Target to Tackle Climate Change
AkzoNobel is following up on its commitment to setting science-based sustainability targets by announcing carbon reduction targets for the full value chain. AkzoNobel’s target is to reduce carbon emissions for the whole value chain by 42% by 2030 versus a 2020 baseline. This will apply to the company’s own operations, as well as its partners, such […]
AkzoNobel Reports Revenue Up 26% in Second Quarter
Revenue was also up 8% from Q2 2019 in constant currencies. AkzoNobel reported revenue of €2.511 billion ($2.96 billion) up 26% from the second quarter of 2020 impacted by the pandemic. The result was also 29% higher in constant currencies, with volumes up 26%, mainly due to strong end market demand. According to the company, […]
AkzoNobel Launches 2021 Paint the Future Startup Challenge
AkzoNobel announced the launch of its Paint the Future global startup challenge for 2021. Startups have until July 20 to submit their ingenious solutions to Paint the Future. All submissions will receive feedback from industry experts. Selected finalists will be invited to a collaboration event in late 2021. Winners will be offered partnership agreements to […]
AkzoNobel Launches Acoat Selected Digital Training Platform
Services team pays homage to beloved colleague. AkzoNobel announced the launch of its new Acoat Selected digital training platform containing business services content relevant to end-user customers. This training content was previously only available to Sikkens customers through face-to-face instruction by a services consultant at the customer location. The digital platform is now available to […]
AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes Launches New Rapid Cure Sikkens Clearcoat
AkzoNobel today announced the launch of Sikkens Autoclear Xpress Clearcoat, the latest development in rapid cure technology from AkzoNobel. Containing unique, hyper-cure resin technology, Autoclear Xpress covers in 1.5 coats with no flash in between, is out of dust in as little as 10 minutes and can be polished in 50 minutes. Designed to accelerate […]
AkzoNobel Opens New High-Tech Instructional Center
AkzoNobel announced the grand opening of its new national meeting and instructional center complete with ultra-high-tech audio-visual equipment to help those virtually attending meetings or training feel like they’re right in the room. The idea for this new, high-tech hybrid training center came from AkzoNobel’s Michael Kuntz, who is responsible for employee, distributor and end-user […]
AkzoNobel Continues Investment in Women’s Industry Network’s Future
AkzoNobel is a long-time leader in recognizing and championing women in the collision repair industry. In 1999, AkzoNobel created the Most Influential Women award to help promote diversity and sustainability in the collision repair workforce. In 2006, the Women’s Industry Network (WIN) was established and AkzoNobel has been a top tier sponsor each year. AkzoNobel […]
AkzoNobel Reports Sales Down Just 5% in Third Quarter Compared to 2019 and Up 1% on Constant Currency Basis
CEO says refinish outperforming market. Akzo Nobel N.V. (AKZA; AKZOY) announced that revenue for the third quarter 2020 were €2,398 million ($2,847.4 million), down 5% from the third quarter of 2019, but up 1% on a constant currency basis. Volumes were up 3%, showing strong demand for Decorative Paints, partly offset by lower volumes of […]
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