Akzo Nobel Begins Architectural Paint Production in Russia
ARNHEM, The Netherlands -- Akzo Nobel announced the formal opening of the company's first decorative-coatings production plant in Russia, in a move the company said reflects its plan to tap the "huge potential" of the Russian market.
Rudy van der Meer, the company's board member responsible for coatings, said Akzo Nobel's decorative-coatings brands "already hold excellent positions in Russia and its neighboring countries. By opening this factory we will reinforce these positions."