Akzo Nobel N.V. Profile
Akzo Nobel N.V. operates as a paints and coatings company worldwide.
The company supplies essential ingredients, essential protection and essential color to industries and consumers. Its portfolio includes major brands, such as Dulux, Sikkens, International and Interpon.
Segments
The company operates through Decorative Paints and Performance Coatings segments.
Decorative Paints
This segment supplies various products for every situation and surface, including paints, lacquers and varnishes. The company also offers a range of mixing machines and color concepts for the building and renovation industry. The company’s specialty coatings for metal, wood and other building materials lead the market.
Performance Coatings
This segment is a major supplier of performance coatings with major brands and technologies. The company’s products are used to protect and improve everything from ships, cars, aircraft, yachts and architectural components (structural steel, building products, flooring) to consumer goods (mobile devices, appliances, beverage cans, furniture) and oil and gas facilities.
Services
The company provides certain technical services to its customers in Performance Coatings relating to coatings sold, after these products have been delivered. In certain instances, the company also provides shipping and handling services after control over the products has transferred to the customer.
History
Akzo Nobel N.V. was founded in 1646.
