AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes has extended its partnership with LV= General Insurance (LV=), which is part of Allianz, for five years, underscoring the value of AkzoNobel's sustainable products within the Sikkens portfolio and the benefits they bring to the LV= and Allianz repair networks, comprising over 400 repair bodyshops across the UK.
AkzoNobel has embarked on a multi-million-euro global program to expand and upgrade its network of Automotive Training Centres (ATCs) to further upskill painters, bodyshop managers and OEM engineers on a new generation of coatings and technologies to support the industry in delivering a more sustainable future.
On Wednesday 31st July 2024, the AkzoNobel Automotive Training Centre in Didcot hosted Ageas's Sustainability Day, an event dedicated to exploring sustainability within the automotive industry. The event commenced with an address by Paul Llewellyn, Head of Ageas Motor Claims, who emphasised the importance of sustainable solutions from industry suppliers. This set the stage for a day filled with insightful presentations and practical demonstrations.
Four more major vehicle refinishes businesses, Pennings, Alton Cars, Veetec and Impact are joining AkzoNobel’s Sustainable Repair Network, a program launched last year to help customers in the EMEA region on their journey to becoming more sustainable and efficient.
AkzoNobel’s new UV Putty is the latest addition to our UV product portfolio for vehicle refinish customers. Available in two textures: fine and coarse, its fast curing time will allow bodyshops to carry out spot-size repairs with speed and efficiency – filling the smallest pinholes and scratches or minor dents and stone chips in under two minutes.