AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes has announced a five-year extension of its partnership with LV= General Insurance (LV=), a part of Allianz. The collaboration highlights the value of AkzoNobel’s sustainable products within the Sikkens portfolio and their benefits for LV= and Allianz’s network of over 400 collision repair shops across the UK.
A key element of this long-standing partnership is the shared dedication to minimizing their respective carbon footprints. AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes has been instrumental in helping LV= develop its Green Heart Standard, which sets a benchmark for ethical and sustainable practices throughout its bodyshop repair network. This collaboration ensures that suppliers align with LV=’s corporate social responsibility objectives. Through leveraging AkzoNobel’s Sustainable Repair Network (SRN), both parties have achieved substantial energy and cost savings.
These efforts are supported by Carbon Pulse, AkzoNobel’s sustainability software, which meticulously measures, monitors, and tracks the impact of claims. The Vella Group’s Trafford Park site, a branded LV= bodyshop and a certified member of AkzoNobel’s Sustainable Repair Network, has collaborated with AkzoNobel to implement advanced coatings processes. This has led to significant improvements in energy efficiency and CO₂ reductions.
Paul James, Strategic Accounts Manager UK & Ireland at AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are proud to have been a partner with LV= and Allianz since 2015 and look forward to continuing this to support LV=’s bodyshops as they look for ways to further improve quality, productivity and efficiency. Our partnership with LV= has also meant that we’ve been able to share our knowledge and expertise with the bodyshops, highlighting energy and cost savings across the businesses, aligning with our commitment to a greener future. We are dedicated to collaborating with suppliers who prioritise minimising their environmental footprint.”
Michael Golding, Network Manager at LV= General Insurance, said, “We are delighted to support our network by extending our successful partnership with AkzoNobel, which is renowned for the quality of its products, the technical expertise of the teams, and overall commitment to sustainability. This collaboration ensures that bodyshops across the country have access to premium Sikkens products, enabling them to deliver exceptional, sustainable finishes that meet our high-quality standards.”
Frank Delaney, Country Sales Manager UK & Ireland at AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes, added, “This collaboration allows us to continue the successful partnership which is facilitating progress on the most important issues represents a bold step forward in delivering unparalleled service excellence and industry-leading sustainable solutions to our customers. By integrating AkzoNobel’s cutting-edge coatings technology and extensive expertise, we are setting a new benchmark for quality and efficiency in vehicle repair.”
