Aerospace

09FEB

AkzoNobel Aerospace Extended its CAAC Approval

AkzoNobel, through its aerospace coatings business, strengthens speed and support in China’s paints and coatings market with an extended CAAC approval.

17NOV

AkzoNobel Sets Record with 44-Colour Livery on COMAC’s C919

Featuring 44 vibrant colours from AkzoNobel, the aircraft now holds the record for the most colours ever applied to a C919 and represents China Southern Airlines’ first C919 delivered directly from COMAC with a full-body custom design.

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31OTT

AkzoNobel Powers Vibrant New Livery for China Southern Airlines’ Airbus A350

The “Vibrant Greater Bay Area” livery demonstrates AkzoNobel’s expertise in delivering advanced, sustainable coatings that combine stunning aesthetics with long-term performance.

29OTT

Streamlining Aerospace Packaging with Cortec® Innovation

Cortec’s advanced VpCI® technology streamlined and enhanced the protection of precision aircraft components for a leading aerospace manufacturer.

04AGO

AkzoNobel’s Virtual Reality Paint Training Sees Global Success in First Year

As AkzoNobel continues to expand the reach of its VR technology, the initiative stands as a compelling example of innovation driving both environmental progress and workforce development in aerospace coatings.

Photo: KC-135 Aerial Aircraft coated by akzonobel

25LUG

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings Supports Full Refinish of Historic KC-135 Aerial Refuelling Aircraft

The distinctive tail paintwork features Aerodur 5000 Flat colours in blue and yellow, supplied by AkzoNobel’s distributor AIS. The yellow is a bespoke shade developed by the AkzoNobel team to represent the unit’s shield, the Milwaukee city flag, and the Milwaukee Brewers baseball team.

photo of aircraft coated in green with akzonobel

24LUG

AkzoNobel Coatings Take Flight on Transavia’s 60th Anniversary Aircraft

This collaboration highlights AkzoNobel’s leadership in aerospace coatings and its ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer partnership.

Photo: Disney-Themed Aircraft by AkzoNobel

09MAG

Alaska Airlines Unveils Enchanting Disney-Themed Aircraft with Help from AkzoNobel and IAC

Revealed at Portland International Airport, the livery features AkzoNobel’s durable and vibrant Aerodur BCCC system, applied in 19 custom colours for lasting protection and a striking finish.<

18APR

Akzonobel Aerospace Coatings to Develop New 1k Interior Cabin Coatings

The new formulation from AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings enables customers to achieve more with fewer resources, while also improving energy efficiency.

photo of aircraft painted with sherwin-williams paints

18DIC

2025 Sherwin-Williams Aerospace Coatings Calendar: A Celebration of Creative Craftsmanship in Aviation

The calendar showcases a diverse selection of aircraft, including kit planes, military aircraft and elaborate business jets, all featuring the unmatched quality and versatility of Sherwin-Williams Aerospace Coatings.

photo of aircraft coated in yellow and grey

25OTT

Researchers from University of Oklahoma Will Develop a Non-Toxic Primer for Aerospace Applications

This initiative aims to reduce health risks to workers and lessen environmental impacts while safeguarding U.S. military aerospace assets from corrosion.

The personnel of the new Advanced Materials and Coatings Lab

10OTT

HII Inaugurated a New Advanced Materials and Coatings Lab for Modern Spacecrafts

The new Advanced Materials and Coatings Lab of HII will develop and produce cutting-edge thermal coatings for the aerospace industry.

a photo of some future coaters using the VR of AkzoNobel to learn coating

29APR

IAC Will Employ AkzoNobel’s Virtual Coating Programme to Train Future Coaters

The VR coating technology of AkzoNobel, designed to train coaters by using a virtual paint booth, will be integrated into the future training programs of International Aerospace Coatings.

10APR

Mankiewicz Received Two Supplier Awards 2024 by Airbus

Mankiewicz was the only supplier to be honoured with the special award for operational excellence.

The steel structure of the ELT, coated with the products of WB Coatings

26FEB

WB Coatings Provided Paints to Coat the Steel Structure of the World’s Largest Telescope

WB Coatings developed a combination of robust epoxy primer, polyurethane topcoat and matching clearcoat for the steel structure of the ELT.