Optimizing the coatings business

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Airlines and operators now have the opportunity to optimize the paint maintenance schedules for their entire fleets thanks to a digital management system developed by AkzoNobel’s Aerospace Coatings business.

Known as Aerofleet Coatings Management, the system uses data that’s gathered over several years to help ensure that aircraft are only repainted when needed, not according to a fixed time schedule alone. “Planes are often repainted while the coating still has life left in it,” explains Patrick Bourguignon, Director of AkzoNobel’s Automotive and Specialty Coatings business. “Using our service will help to reduce costs, while increasing aircraft availability by anything up to a year.”  Currently, aircraft tend to be... ... More: Official Press Release AkzoNobel

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AkzoNobel, coating, aircraft, aeroplane, data, operator, efficiency, digital business