Axalta receives award that honors suppliers that deliver on schedule more than 95 percent of the time for third consecutive year. Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) announced that it was awarded NAPA Canada’s Club 95 Award for a third year in a row. The award was presented to Axalta during NAPA Canada’s National Sales Meeting in Niagara Falls, […]
Axalta Offers Certified Field Training Program for Refinish Distributors
Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) is the first coatings company to offer distribution partners who provide training to Axalta’s refinish customers in North America the ability to earn a Certified Field Trainer accreditation. This special certification allows distribution partners to conduct field classes for customers who wish to earn Axalta’s Level 100 Refinish Certification, select OEM Certifications, and […]
Ford Honors Axalta Coating Systems at World Excellence Awards
Axalta Coating Systems was recognized as a top-performing global supplier for Ford Motor Company at the 20th annual Ford World Excellence Awards. Only 88 companies were selected as finalists from thousands of Ford suppliers globally. Axalta was presented with a Green Pillar Award recognizing Axalta’s leadership in coatings sustainability by Ford Motor Company’s Joe Hinrichs, […]
Axalta Announces New Australian Headquarters in West Sydney
Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) announced it has commissioned construction of a new 10,200-square-meter Australian headquarters in Marsden Park, in Western Sydney. The facility will house corporate offices, a state-of-the-art training facility, and a warehouse and distribution center for up to 50 employees. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2019, the facility will serve the company’s […]
Axalta Reports Sales Up 15.7% in First Quarter
Refinish sales up 6.2 percent after benefit from currency conversion Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE:AXTA) announced first quarter net sales of $1.165 billion increased 15.7 percent year-over-year, driven by volume growth of 8.6 percent primarily from acquisition contribution, 0.8 percent higher average selling prices and a 6.3 percent foreign currency benefit. First quarter net sales […]
Axalta Presents 4th Annual Mobile Refinish Training Program in Mexico
For the fourth consecutive year, Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) presented its Axalta on Tour training program in Mexico. The program brings theoretical and hands-on training directly to automotive refinish painters at their auto body shops. Axalta on Tour was launched in 2015 to offer specialized, free training to help refinish professionals stay up-to-date with industry trends and […]
Axalta Opens New Coating Manufacturing Facility in India
Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) opened its new coating manufacturing plant on April 4, at Savli, Vadodara in Gujarat, India. Approximately 70 guests, including local government officials, customers, university representatives, media, and employees attended the opening ceremony, which Axalta Chairman and CEO Charlie Shaver presided. The 5,200 square meter (56,000 sq. ft.) plant is part of Axalta’s Savli […]
Axalta Launches 10 eLearning Courses Offering I-CAR Credit
Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) announced that it is offering I-CAR’s Professional Development Program credit hours to collision repair professionals online to customers in the United States through its Axalta Learning Campus. “At Axalta, we’re always looking for innovative ways to help our customers grow their business and improve performance,” said Troy Weaver, Vice President, Axalta North America […]
Axalta Adds Distributor Courses to Virtual and In-Person Refinish Learning and Development Offerings
Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) today announced that it is extending its refinish Learning and Development offerings in North America to include new, interactive Live Virtual Training (LVT) courses designed specifically for distributors. Axalta now offers a full six months of eLearning, Live Virtual Training, Instructor-led and in-shop training options for both body shops and distributors. “Customer experience […]
Axalta Refinish Business Receives Global Leadership Award
Based on its recent analysis of automotive refinish coatings market, Frost & Sullivan recognized Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) with its 2017 Global Market Leadership Award. Axalta has successfully established itself as a leader in providing best-in-class products and superior customer value through its focus on continuous innovation and dedication to maintaining strong customer relationships. “Axalta’s […]