Strengthening Collaboration Towards a Sustainable, Innovative Future for the Auto & Mobility Industry
New Delhi, 12 NOV, 2025 — AkzoNobel, the global leader in paints and coatings and a trusted name behind some of the world’s most recognized brands, has joined hands with World Auto Forum (WAF) as its Annual Gold Partner for the year 2025 -26.
This strategic partnership underscores AkzoNobel’s commitment to driving innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the automotive ecosystem — from OEMs and workshops to mobility innovators and aftermarket stakeholders.
Dr. Kumar Iyer, Director – ASC BU, AkzoNobel India, said,
“We’re thrilled to associate with the World Auto Forum — a platform that unites the brightest minds and most passionate professionals shaping the future of mobility. At AkzoNobel, we believe in creating value through color, technology, and sustainability, and this collaboration helps us take that vision to every corner of the automotive world.”
Mr. Anuj Guglani, Founder & CEO, World Auto Forum, added,
“We’re delighted to welcome AkzoNobel as our Annual Gold Partner. Their leadership in coatings technology and deep commitment to sustainability resonate strongly with WAF’s mission — to build an auto and mobility ecosystem that is safer, smarter, and more sustainable for all.”
As WAF’s Annual Gold Partner, AkzoNobel will be prominently featured across WAF’s flagship initiatives — including 13th WAF Awards, 11th IVASS, Yellow Plate Dialogues, WAF Think Tank, WAF TV, WAF Auto News, CarPhD Awards and More — platforms that bring together leaders, innovators, and change-makers from across the globe.
Together, AkzoNobel and WAF aim to accelerate conversations and collaborations that push the boundaries of design, sustainability, and innovation in the automotive and mobility sectors.
About AkzoNobel
AkzoNobel has been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for more than 200 years. As experts in the proud craft of making paints and coatings, AkzoNobel supplies essential products to industries and consumers worldwide. A Dutch multinational company with a rich legacy dating back to 1792, a significant business scale as a global leader in paints and coatings, and a strategic positioning focused on sustainable, innovative solutions in both decorative and performance coatings markets.
AkzoNobel’s history spans over two centuries, the company’s roots trace back to paints and coatings operations established in 1792.
The company’s annual revenue was approximately €11.2 billion in 2024. It employs around 34,500 people and is active in more than 150 countries.
About World Auto Forum (WAF)
Founded in 2009, World Auto Forum connects auto and mobility professionals across 125+ countries. WAF is known for its thought leadership, impactful industry dialogues, and initiatives that champion sustainability, safety, and innovation across the automotive value chain. WAF is now World’s No. 1 in World Auto News and Auto Think Tank as per google results. Last year WAF Newswires were consumed by 85 Million+ users globally. WAF is headquartered at New Delhi, India.
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