akzonobels investment for sustainable growth in south asia pacific

AkzoNobel’s investment for sustainable growth in South Asia-Pacific

Earlier this month, AkzoNobel inaugurated new production facilities at its Bac Ninh site to bolster its leading position and enhance sustainable manufacturing in the region. Jeff Jirak, managing director of AkzoNobel's Powder Coatings business, and Şirvan Canıtez, regional commercial director of Powder Coatings in South Asia-Pacific, talked to VIR's Linh Le about the company's strategic plans and sustainable works.
akzonobel sets standard in consumer electronics with sustainable and innovative coating solutions

AkzoNobel sets standard in consumer electronics with sustainable and innovative coating solutions

Maximilien Schréder, commercial director of the Global Consumer Electronics Coatings and Automotive and Refinish Coatings North Asia, AkzoNobel, highlights the company's strategic emphasis on sustainability through the adoption of sustainable solutions such as waterborne technology, catering to the global and Vietnamese demand for durable, high-quality consumer electronics coatings.
akzonobel inaugurates new production facilities in bac ninh

AkzoNobel inaugurates new production facilities in Bac Ninh

On March 1AkzoNobel celebrated the inauguration ceremony of the new production facilities at Bac Ninh site of AkzoNobel, marking a significant milestone in the sustainable development strategy of the group in Vietnam.
dulux partners with elle fashion show to unveil colour of the year 2024 sweet embrace

Dulux partners with ELLE Fashion Show to unveil Colour of the Year 2024: Sweet Embrace

At the ELLE Fashion Show event on December 7, AkzoNobel introduced its Colour of the Year 2024, Sweet Embrace, a pastel pink shade inspired by soft feathers and evening clouds. The colour evokes a sense of peace and stability, warm like a loving embrace.
dulux professional backs quality social housing projects with sustainable solutions

Dulux Professional backs quality social housing projects with sustainable solutions

Dulux Professional from AkzoNobel, a leading company in paints and coatings, has provided premium exterior products for The Ori Garden Danang, invested in by Saigon Danang Investment Corporation (SDN), with the aim of bringing high-quality and sustainable social housing to thousands of families.
greening the furniture industry what needs to be done

Greening the furniture industry: What needs to be done?

With a series of new regulations relating to the manufacture and export of wooden furniture products, what do furniture businesses need to prepare to meet the stringent market requirements?
akzonobel advances eco friendly coating solutions through innovative sustainability initiatives

AkzoNobel advances eco-friendly coating solutions through innovative sustainability initiatives

Amid the global push for eco-friendly practices in construction and manufacturing, AkzoNobel, a prominent figure in the coatings industry, is leading the way in pioneering sustainable solutions to reduce its environmental impacts. VIR’s Linh Le spoke to Şirvan Canıtez, AkzoNobel’s regional commercial director of Powder Coatings Business in South Asia-Pacific, to gain insights into its electrostatic powder coating products and its noteworthy contributions to the industry's sustainable future.
akzonobel awarded certificate for paint product

AkzoNobel awarded certificate for paint product

AkzoNobel, a leading company in the paint and coatings industry, has been awarded a certification for one of its paint products.
akzonobel co creates an exciting summer playground for children

AkzoNobel co-creates an exciting summer playground for children

Dulux EasyClean from AkzoNobel held the Summer Playground - The Carefree Wall at AEON Mall Tan Phu Celadon in Ho Chi Minh City on June 24. This is the second such offering after the summer playground at AEON Mall Binh Duong, providing children with the opportunity to play and create a fun space for themselves.
dulux celebrates two decades of colourfutures

Dulux celebrates two decades of ColourFutures

AkzoNobel, a global paint company and maker of Dulux Paints, celebrates 20 years of colour creation, which started with the introduction of the first Colour of the Year in 2004.
hospitality industry looks to level up

Hospitality industry looks to level up

Savills Hotels, in partnership with WeHub, hosted a Meet The Experts event in Ho Chi Minh City on March 30. More than 40 speakers held lively discussions with international developers, hotel owners, and professionals while the industry's performance was reviewed and market prospects were discussed.
akzonobel takes bold action to create breakthrough

AkzoNobel takes bold action to create breakthrough

The year 2022 has seen a number of crises in the global economy. Nguyen My Lan, general director of AkzoNobel Decorative Paints Vietnam, spoke with VIR's Thanh Van about the business opportunities for the company amid the global uncertainties in 2023.
connect with nature to enjoy the moment

Connect with nature to enjoy the moment

In November 2022, AkzoNobel's Dulux paint brand announced the "Enjoy the Moment" campaign to with four new inspiring and trending colour palettes for 2023. This is one of the world's leading global paint and coatings company's annual activities to inspire a living space makeover at the end of the year. Nguyen Phi Anh Dao, ead of Marketing, Decorative Paints at AkzoNobel Vietnam spoke with VIR about the importance and target of the campaign.
akzonobel joins hands to make life more inspiring

AkzoNobel joins hands to make life more inspiring

In early October, just a few days after Typhoon Noru made landfall, the people of Quy Nhon were surprised to see Cu Lao Xanh lighthouse wearing a new look. Nguyen Phi Anh Dao, head of Marketing, Decorative Paints at AkzoNobel Vietnam, shared the journey and the message behind the renovation of the Cu Lao Xanh Lighthouse.
akzonobel stays committed to sustainable innovations

AkzoNobel stays committed to sustainable innovations

AkzoNobel delivers sustainable and innovative solutions that customers, communities, and the planet increasingly rely on. VIR’s Etienne Mahler spoke to Maximilien Schréder, regional commercial director for Powder Coatings in South Asia at AkzoNobel, about the company’s sustainability approach and the contribution of its innovations to the greater goal.