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AkzoNobel Reaches New Heights with Tall Building Innovation

June 17 2013
Coatings that generate electricity, absorb pollutants and ‘self-heal’ when scratched are among the innovations that could be developed in the industry in the coming years.

International Paint Playing a Major Role at the Confederations Cup

June 12 2013
Used to protect steel structures (seats and rooftops) and walls, AkzoNobel supplied protective and powder products for the three venues via its International Paint, Interpon and Coral brands.

Surfaces 22 Out Now

June 6 2013
With a focus on ‘extremes’; this issue is packed with articles including one looking at the Shell Onegas project, an overview of the growth of airport construction in the Middle East as well as a host of other interesting articles.

International Paint Goes Mobile

May 16 2013
This new website from International Paint's Protective Coatings business is designed specifically for mobile and tablet devices; putting product information, news and other resources right at your fingertips.

International Paint Launches New Website for North American Customers

May 9 2013
Following the successful opening of a number of International Paint Protective Coatings Centers in strategic locations throughout the United States and Canada, International Paint has launched a new website for the North American region.

International Paint Hold a Seminar on Protecting Deepwater Structures Offshore

May 8 2013
The seminar focused on the offshore oil and gas industry and the corrosion challenges that it faces. The one day event in Tianjin, China was attended by over 50 customers including top representatives from China. Find out more about the seminar here.

First Phase of the London Array Offshore Wind Farm Project is Complete

April 16 2013
Following completion of phase 1, now the world’s largest offshore wind farm; London Array in the outer Thames Estuary, is supplying energy into the UK power grid. Read the full story here.

Calling for Wider Usage of Eurocodes

March 5 2013
A London Parliamentary seminar, taken by International Paint's Peter Scott, calls for wider adoption of Eurocodes in the architectural market. Find out more here.

Research into Corrosion Under Insulation Reaps Rewards

March 1 2013
The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) recently awarded International Paint’s Mike O’Donoghue, Vijay Datta, Adrian Andrews and Sean Adlem, as well as other contributors, the SSPC Outstanding Publications Award for their technical paper.

The Wuxi Grand Theatre

January 7 2013
The Wuxi Grand Theatre in China is an architectural marvel, utilising International Paint’s striking metallic Interthane® 990 finish. Find out more here.

Season's Greetings

December 14 2012
Wishing you a wonderful festive season and a very happy new year. Click here to view our new edition of Surfaces Magazine

The Success of Glass Flake Epoxies

November 28 2012
Dr Toby Stein of International Paint disccusses why epoxy glass flake technology has been used in the offshore industry for over 30 years in this month's PCE Magazine

Offshore Korea 2012

October 26 2012
International Paint will be exhibiting at Offshore Korea 2012, the first offshore exhibition to be held in Bexco Hall 2, Busan, Korea from November 14-15. Please visit to our booth #2217 and click here for further details.

New Temperature Resistant Coatings Area

October 8 2012
All new area for temperature resistant coatings, including product and technical information, corrosion under insulation and technical papers relevant to the market.

Wind Power Interactive Specification Guide

October 2 2012
Our new coatings specification guide offers detailed advice for all elements of a wind turbine including the nacelle, tower and blade, offering coatings for both onshore and offshore assets.

Market Leading Solutions: Founded on a history of technical excellence

September 14 2012
We’ll be sharing some of our latest testing and experience at The Pipeline Protection, ‘Hot’ Topics and Marine Corrosion Conference hosted by NACE 15th-18th October in Edinburgh.

International Paint Exhibiting at HUSUM Wind Energy 2012

September 11 2012
International Paint will be exhibiting at this year's HUSUM WindEnergy Trade Fair in Husum, Germany from September 18th-22nd.

Specifying Passive Fire Protection

September 5 2012
Ian Fletcher of International Paint discusses key specification requirements for passive fire protection in the latest edition of PCE Magazine.

Interactive Coatings Specification Guides Are Now All Housed In One Location

August 21 2012
Each demonstrating our deep understanding of your asset and its coatings requirements. Most guides cover both new construction and maintenance and are designed to help you understand the best coatings available for specific areas of your asset.

Beyond Compliance - Improving The Sustainability Of Our Product Offer

August 8 2012
International Paint’s Marine and Protective Coatings functions have taken the lead on compliance by becoming the first producer in the heavy duty coatings sector to completely phase out of the use of lead chromates.

Severe Jet Fires and Vapor Explosions; Hydrocarbon Processing Magazine

July 25 2012
International Paint’s Ian Bradley discusses the treatment options and the limitations of existing guidance relating to severe jet fires and vapor explosions in a highly informative article, as published in Hydrocarbon Processing magazine.

Structural Fire Engineering & Optimisation of Fire Protection

July 20 2012
International Paint's Dr Allan Jowsey, Fire Engineering Manager features in International Fire Protection magazine to discuss the importance of Structural Fire Engineering.

Surfaces 20 Out Now

June 25 2012
Packed with informative articles spread across a range of markets, this issue really does not disappoint.

Cross-Continent Coatings

May 31 2012
International Paint demonstrates global capability in bridge industry publication by discussing the recent work on the San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge project.

International Paint Wins Contracts For Major Brazilian Stadia

May 28 2012
International Paint has reached an agreement to supply coatings for the roof of Brazil's famous Maracanã Stadium which will play host to a major soccer final in 2014.

Offshore Technology Conference 2012

April 18 2012
International Paint will be exhibiting at this year's OTC conference in Houston,Texas US from the 30th April - 3rd May.

Keep Track Of Our Success In The Oil, Gas And Chemical Processing Market

February 21 2012
The new 30 page brochure is packed with more than 700 listings, detailed stories and informative articles about the products we supply and the industries we serve.

World Building Of The Year 2011

January 16 2012
International Paint’s Protective Coatings business was lucky enough to have been involved with two of the prizewinning projects at the 2011 World Architectural Festival.

High Performance Coatings For North Sea Platform

November 23 2011
BP Valhall project sees Passive Fire Protection successfully combined with NORSOK approved systems.

High Performance In The Bridge Market

November 14 2011
International Protective Coatings is showing expertise in the bridge industry, with two high profile projects demonstrating our high performance coating systems.

India's First F1 Circuit Coated By International Protective Coatings

October 28 2011
International Paint’s Protective Coatings business, an AkzoNobel business unit, has supplied its protective coatings to the Buddh International Circuit, India’s first ever Formula 1 (F1) Grand Prix circuit.

International Paint Opens New £6.4-Million Fire Protection Laboratory

June 7 2011
International Paint’s Protective Coatings business has opened a £6.4-million (€7.1 million) testing laboratory for Fire Protection products at its Felling, UK site.

New Zinc Silicate Product Range

June 6 2011
We have launched a new series of fast-cure zinc silicate coatings that offer dramatic productivity gains.

Intershield 300 Long Term Performance

March 14 2011
International Paint has recently demonstrated 15 years proof of performance to the new IMO PSPC Ballast Tank standard for its coating Intershield®300.

Surging Commodity Prices Drive Up Coating Costs

February 22 2011
International Paint Ltd. is set to initiate product price rises in response to spiraling global raw material costs.

Providing Expertise To The Mining Market

November 18 2010
As experts in supplying the right coatings solution to the mining market International Protective Coatings feature in the November issue of industry leading Mining Magazine.

A Reliable Line Of Defence For Stadiums

May 6 2010
We have delivered a 1st line of defence to some of South Africa World Cup 2010 stadiums, including Moses Mabhida Stadium.

New Water Borne Fire Protection Launched

October 30 2009
Interchar® 1120 represents the latest development in fire protection from International Paint with long term performance and competitive loadings. The best thing is, it’s water borne.

F1 Projects On Track For Completion

September 30 2009
Infrastructure supporting the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix is near completion and we are involved in delivering anti corrosive protection to the Yas Island Marina Hotel and Ferrari Experience.

Ceilcote® Available In Europe and Asia

September 10 2009
Chemical resistant linings portfolio expanded to offer customers greater choice.

Intertherm 898CSA

May 1 2009
Intertherm® 898 CSA is an innovative two component high performance, temperature and corrosion resistant coating.

Enviroline Acquisition

May 1 2009
AkzoNobel has announced the acquisition of Enviroline, a US supplier of protective coatings, which will become a valuable part of International Paint’s Marine & Protective Coatings BU

Commonwealth Success

January 31 2009
Two major projects are awarded to International Protective Coatings as Delhi prepares to host the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Fire Protection A Headline Story

October 24 2008
The New York Times Building stands as one of most spectacular additions to Manhattan’s skyline. The 52 storey tower completed in 2007 won plaudits around the world for its unique exposed steel "exo-skeleton" design.