AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings signs Hisco as a distributor

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings has expanded its distribution network and added Hisco as its new distributor.

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings has expanded its distribution network and added Hisco as its new distributor through their announced acquisition of Florida-based distributor Aero Colors, making AkzoNobel its preferred paint line.

High Performance Polymers is the primary area of business for AkzoNobel andSpecialty Chemicals are its secondary business.This is an expansion of the partnership AkzoNobel announced last month with HiscoMex, a division of Hisco, to distribute AkzoNobel aerospace products throughout Mexico. With the announced acquisition of Aero Colors, AkzoNobel aerospace products will be available for order through Hisco within the United States and Mexico. “This is a strategic agreement for AkzoNobel that will allow us to provide industry-leading technical support to our customers within the regions," says Tami Swearingin, Sales Manager, North America, AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings.

Hisco will be responsible to distribute AkzoNobel's industry-leading Aerodur Base Coat/Clear Coat system, Eclipse topcoat, and the full line of Alumigrip products. "The acquisition of Aero Colors was very strategic for us as it positions Hisco with a world class manufacturer of aerospace coatings. We see a significant opportunity to create value for AkzoNobel and for our customers throughout North America," says Bob Dill, President and CEO, Hisco.