Axalta supplying LV= and Allianz UK bodyshop network

Axalta Refinish has signed a five-year agreement with UK insurers, LV= General Insurance (LV= GI) and Allianz.

Under the terms of the agreement, Axalta Refinish will become a preferred supplier to LV= and Allianz’s UK network, through its refinish brands Cromax, Spies Hecker, Standox as well as Axalta’s brand U-Pol.

With Axalta Refinish as a preferred supplier, the insurers’ network of branded bodyshops will have access to Axalta’s Fast Cure Low Energy (FCLE) technology.

This patented technology is said by Axalta to reduce electricity consumption by up to 50 per cent, carbon footprint by up to 54 per cent, gas consumption by up to 57 per cent, and saves on energy costs overall by up to 50 per cent.

Mark Andrew, strategic sales manager UK  and Ireland at Axalta Refinish said: “We are delighted to be appointed as a preferred supplier and that we can contribute to a reduction of carbon emissions amongst the General Insurance and Allianz networks in the UK.

“We strive to always be ahead of our customers’ needs and are looking forward to supplying our partners with the latest technologies to enable a greener and more efficient refinishing process.”