BASF (China) Co., Ltd. (BASF) and Bosch Automotive Technology Service (Beijing) Co., (RBTS) jointly signed a memorandum of understanding at Automechanika Shanghai to collaborate on the automotive aftermarket business. This partnership aims to create an innovative platform that enhances the automotive refinish sector, delivering higher quality and more sustainable solutions.

Under the MoU, BASF and RBTS will leverage their respective strengths in bodyshop network, automotive refinish coatings, body repair and paintwork services. BASF’s enhancement service package will be available for purchase on RBTS’s OS3.0 platform.

The package will include professional technical trainings and competency assessments for paint technicians at partnering bodyshops. Additionally, the two companies will work together to develop new commercial models, such as bodyshop refinish upgrading projects and certified bodyshop network expansions. The collaboration will begin with local operations in China and gradually expanding to APAC markets.

Susann Kluge, BASF Vice President Automotive Refinish Asia Pacific, expressed her excitement about the partnership. "We are delighted to deepen the partnership with RBTS. This marks a milestone in our joint efforts to advance the automotive industry. Both BASF and RBTS are committed to driving high-quality development, and we look forward to complementing our strengths to create innovative business models and deliver greater value to our customers."

Shengying Wang, RBTS Director of Workshop Development and Sales, highlighted the importance of BASF’s expertise. "With its strong R&D capabilities and technical expertise, BASF brings cutting-edge solutions to the refinish market. Through this partnership, we aim to provide car owners with more professional, efficient and sustainable automotive experiences."