The investment in the site will reportedly support the company’s protective coatings, marine coatings and specialty coatings businesses.
AkzoNobel rececntly announced it has completed the $3.5 million expansion of its U.S. research and development facilities in Houston, Texas. Implemented in phases over a three-year period, the investment in the site, which employs around 40 scientists, will reportedly support the company’s protective coatings, marine coatings and specialty coatings businesses.
“Our new state-of-the-art research and development facilities in Houston enhance our unique capability of developing and delivering product innovations that meet the specific performance requirements of our North American customers, while providing a more rewarding work environment for our employees,” said Steve Feldman, vice president, protective coatings, North America.