AkzoNobel’s yacht coatings business has opened its first Yacht Paint Application Centre (YPAC) in the Asia-Pacific region.
The new facility, located in Coomera, will provide product and technical training alongside the digital paint application tools.
The opening follows on from the launch of AkzoNobel’s virtual reality spray gun and XpertEye headset, and the Awlgrip 3D colour visualizer, which will both be available at the YPAC.
“The opening of the Yacht Paint Application Centre in Asia-Pacific reinforces our commitment to meeting the specific needs of our customers in this rapidly growing market,” said Simon Knight, regional sales manager, AkzoNobel’s yacht coatings.
“With personalised services, product expertise, and cutting-edge technology, we are uniquely positioned as a partner of choice for any type of project.”
Kane Barfoot, AkzoNobel’s yacht coatings’ regional technical services coordinator, added: “Our focus is to empower professional applicators with the knowledge and skills they need to excel.
“Following on from the success of our YPAC’s in North America and Europe, this new facility will offer comprehensive training programs that cover everything from theoretical paint knowledge to innovative application techniques.”
The new centre features a mezzanine-level training room, paint mixing room, preparation bays and an advanced spray booth.
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