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Akzo Nobel expands aerospace coatings production in France
Akzo Nobel has reached a key milestone in its EUR 22 million expansion project at the Pamiers production site, boosting capacity, efficiency, and sustainability in aerospace coatings production.
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Akzo Nobel’s Russian subsidiaries placed under external administration
A presidential decree in Russia has placed Akzo Nobel’s subsidiaries in the country under temporary external administration. While the company assesses the implications, Russia accounts for less than...
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Akzo Nobel partners with Albert Invent to drive AI-powered R&D innovation
Akzo Nobel has launched its Digital Workbench initiative in collaboration with Albert Invent, integrating AI tools to transform R&D workflows and accelerate innovation. The partnership aims to enhance...
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Akzo Nobel confirms offers from Nippon Paints for its Decorative Paints business
Akzo Nobel has disclosed that it has received acquisition offers from Nippon Paints for its Decorative Paints division.
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Akzo Nobel rejects cash offer as it moves forward with Axalta merger plans
Akzo Nobel has rejected a conditional cash offer from Nippon Paint and Sherwin-Williams, stating that the proposal fails to reflect its value and long-term prospects. The company remains committed to its...
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ACS panel discussion on R&D under pressure
At the American Coatings Show 2026, R&D leaders from Standard Paints, PPG and Akzo Nobel discussed how coatings manufacturers are reformulating products to meet stricter regulations, sustainability...
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Akzo Nobel announces sale of its Pakistan business to Packages Group
Akzo Nobel has reached an agreement to divest its Pakistan operations to Packages Group, marking a strategic move to streamline its global portfolio. The deal aligns with the company's focus on core markets...
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Akzo Nobel achieves significant profit margin growth in 2025 through strategic measures
The Dutch coatings manufacturer Akzo Nobel closed its 2025 fiscal year with a substantial increase in profit margins. Cost efficiency improvements, product portfolio optimisation, and investments in sustainable...
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Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings expands Middle East operations
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings is set to enhance its regional presence in the Middle East with a colour blending and distribution facility in Dubai, operational from Q2 2026. The move aims to streamline...
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Akzo Nobel CFO Maarten de Vries extends tenure to steer Axalta merger
Akzo Nobel has announced that CFO Maarten de Vries will extend his term by one year to provide stability during the proposed merger with Axalta, ensuring consistent leadership in a pivotal phase for the...
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Akzo Nobel expands its aerospace coatings portfolio in the US
AkzoNobel invests in the US aerospace coatings sector, strengthening its position in the market while advancing sustainable solutions. The expansion aims to support innovation and preserve aviation history....
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Akzo Nobel expands marine coatings partnership in China
Akzo Nobel and Chinese shipping company Winning Shipping have extended their long-standing cooperation to support efficiency improvements and emission reduction in maritime operations.
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European Coatings Podcast: Analysis of the merger between Axalta and Akzo Nobel
Two of the leading global coatings players, Akzo Nobel and Axalta, have agreed to merge, forming a new USD 25 billion (EUR 23 billion) coatings powerhouse. In the latest European Coatings Podcast, editor...
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“The pressure on medium-sized companies is increasing significantly”
The merger of Akzo Nobel and Axalta will create a new global competitor that could significantly reshape the market segments of the paint and coatings industry. Markus Loy, partner at Loy & Co Corporate...