AkzoNobel and McLaren Racing extend partnership

AkzoNobel and the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team have extended their long-running partnership – which includes expanding into the world of endurance racing.

In addition to continuing as the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team’s exclusive official partner: coatings solutions, AkzoNobel has also become one of the first partners to join the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar Team ahead of its entry into next year’s FIA World Endurance Championship.

“We’re incredibly excited to continue and extend our collaboration with such a long-standing and valued partner,” said Patrick Bourguignon, director of AkzoNobel’s automotive and specialty coatings business.

“Our search for better never stops, so we’ll carry on working together to push boundaries and explore new possibilities in the areas of sustainability, technological innovation and product development.”

Matt Dennington, co-chief commercial officer, McLaren Racing, added: “AkzoNobel has been a trusted partner for McLaren for nearly two decades and we’re excited to take that collaboration to the next level. Partners who share our passion for performance and innovation are key to achieving success and we look forward to working together as we enter the World Endurance Championship.”