In the issue Lars Peterssen, Hempel Group President & CEO, lays down the timeframe and path for how Hempel can contribute to a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions, extreme spraying in the Antarctic put Graco equipment to the test in the harshest of conditions, Safinah explains how a poor paint finish could cost €1 million per micron, and Steelpaint reinvents MCPU technology and extends its life for the next decades to come.
HMG Paints, the UK’s Largest Independent Paint Manufacturer, have attained Made in Britain accreditation. Made in Britain brings together the British manufacturing community, the company will now carry the Made in Britain collective mark across its packaging and products along with its marketing materials and digital channels.
AkzoNobel is set to increase its presence in the North American yacht coatings market after agreeing to acquire New Nautical Coatings, owner of the premium Sea Hawk brand.
An ambitious new strategy defines the timeframe of a doubling of Hempel by 2025. Doubling revenue allows Hempel to also double its positive impact.
Hempel confirms leadership position within fuel efficiency in the shipping industry. By completing 2,000 vessel applications of Hempaguard X7, Hempel has reduced shipowners’ fuel consumption by 7.6 million tons, lowering fuel costs by at least USD 2.6 billion and CO2 emissions by 23.5 million tons.