Dr. Delson Trindade Elevated to Axalta Fellow
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) has appointed Dr. Delson Trindade as Axalta Fellow, the highest scientific recognition within the company's Global Technology function. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Dr. Trindade has made significant contributions including co-inventing the automotive industry's multi-layer "3-Wet" coating processes and advancing silanated clearcoat platforms.
Dr. Trindade's achievements include developing formulations for the electrification sector and contributing to over 100 patent filings. His international career has spanned Brazil, Germany, Argentina, and the U.S., complemented by a doctorate in Physical Chemistry and an MBA in Technology & Innovation from Harvard University/University of São Paulo.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) ha nominato Dr. Delson Trindade Axalta Fellow, il più alto riconoscimento scientifico all'interno della funzione Global Technology. Con quasi 40 anni di carriera, il Dr. Trindade ha dato contributi significativi, tra cui co-inventare i processi di verniciatura multistrato “3-Wet” per l'industria automobilistica e far progredire le piattaforme di verniciatura trasparente silanate.
Tra i traguardi del Dr. Trindade: lo sviluppo di formulazioni per il settore dell'elettrificazione e oltre 100 domande di brevetto. La sua carriera internazionale ha toccato Brasile, Germania, Argentina e Stati Uniti, supportata da un dottorato in Chimica Fisica e da un MBA in Tecnologia e Innovazione presso Harvard University/Università di São Paulo.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) ha nombrado al Dr. Delson Trindade Axalta Fellow, el máximo reconocimiento científico dentro de la función Global Technology de la empresa. Con una trayectoria de casi 40 años, el Dr. Trindade ha realizado contribuciones relevantes, entre ellas la co-invención de los procesos de recubrimiento multicapa “3-Wet” para la industria automotriz y el avance de plataformas de recubrimiento transparente silanado.
Entre sus logros están el desarrollo de formulaciones para el sector de la electrificación y la presentación de más de 100 patentes. Su carrera internacional se ha desarrollado en Brasil, Alemania, Argentina y Estados Unidos, y posee un doctorado en Química Física y un MBA en Tecnología e Innovación de Harvard University/Universidad de São Paulo.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA)는 Dr. Delson Trindade를 Axalta Fellow로 임명했습니다. 이는 글로벌 테크놀로지(Global Technology) 부문에서 가장 높은 과학적 인정입니다. 약 40년에 걸친 경력의 Dr. Trindade는 자동차 산업의 멀티레이어 코팅 공정인 ‘3-Wet’의 공동 발명과 실란화된 클리어코트 플랫폼의 발전 등 중요한 기여를 해왔습니다.
그의 업적으로는 전기화 부문용 포뮬레이션 개발과 100건이 넘는 특허 출원이 포함됩니다. 그의 국제 경력은 브라질, 독일, 아르헨티나, 미국에서 쌓였으며 물리화학 박사와 하버드대/상파울루 대학교의 기술 및 혁신 MBA를 보유하고 있습니다.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) a nommé Dr. Delson Trindade au rang d'Axalta Fellow, la plus haute distinction scientifique au sein de la fonction Global Technology de l'entreprise. Fort d'une carrière de près de 40 ans, le Dr Trindade a apporté des contributions majeures, notamment la co-invention des procédés d’application multicouches « 3-Wet » pour l’industrie automobile et l’évolution des plateformes de vernis clair silanés.
Parmi ses accomplissements figurent le développement de formulations pour le secteur de l’électrification et plus de 100 brevets déposés. Sa carrière internationale s’est déroulée au Brésil, en Allemagne, en Argentine et aux États‑Unis, et il est titulaire d’un doctorat en chimie physique et d’un MBA en technologie et innovation de l’Université Harvard/Université de São Paulo.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) hat Dr. Delson Trindade zum Axalta Fellow ernannt, der höchsten wissenschaftlichen Auszeichnung innerhalb der Global Technology-Funktion des Unternehmens. Mit einer fast 40-jährigen Laufbahn hat Dr. Trindade bedeutende Beiträge geleistet, darunter die Mitentwicklung der mehrschichtigen Beschichtungsprozesse „3-Wet“ in der Automobilindustrie und die Weiterentwicklung silanierter Klarlack-Plattformen.
Zu seinen Errungenschaften zählen die Entwicklung von Formulierungen für den Elektrifizierungssektor und mehr als 100 Patentanmeldungen. Seine internationale Karriere führte ihn nach Brasilien, Deutschland, Argentinien und in die USA; ergänzt wird dies durch ein Physik-Chemie-Doktorat und einen MBA in Technologie & Innovation von der Harvard University/Universität von São Paulo.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) عيّنت الدكتور دلسون تريندادي كـ Axalta Fellow، وهو أعلى تكريم علمي ضمن وظيفة التكنولوجيا العالمية في الشركة. مع مسيرة تمتد لنحو 40 عاماً، قدم الدكتور تريندادي إسهامات كبيرة بما في ذلك المساهمة المشتركة في ابتكار عمليات الطلاء متعددة الطبقات “3-Wet” لصناعة السيارات وتطوير منصات الطلاء الشفاف السيلانة.
من بين إنجازاته تطوير التركيبات لقطاع التعريفة الكهربائية والمساهمة في أكثر من 100 براءة اختراع. مسيرته الدولية شملت البرازيل وألمانيا والأرجنتين والولايات المتحدة، ويحمل دكتوراه في الكيمياء الفيزيائية وماجستير إدارة الأعمال في التكنولوجيا والابتكار من هارفارد/جامعة ساو باولو.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) 已任命 Dr. Delson Trindade 为 Axalta Fellow,即公司全球技术部门内的最高科技荣誉。凭借近 40 年 的职业生涯,Trindade 博士在诸多领域作出重要贡献,包括共同发明汽车行业的多层“3-Wet”涂层工艺以及推动硅烷化清漆平台的发展。
他的成就还包括为电气化领域开发配方以及超过 100 项专利申请。他的国际职业经历涵盖巴西、德国、阿根廷和美国,并拥有物理化学博士学位以及哈佛大学/圣保罗大学的技术与创新 MBA。
- Appointment demonstrates strong internal technical leadership and innovation capabilities
- Significant intellectual property portfolio with over 100 patent filings
- Strategic expertise in emerging technologies like vehicle electrification
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Becoming an Axalta Fellow is the highest honor a scientist or engineer can earn within Axalta’s Global Technology Function
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global coatings company, has elevated Dr. Delson Trindade to the position of Axalta Fellow, as a result of his significant scientific accomplishments, technical leadership, and commercial contributions throughout his distinguished career at Axalta. Axalta Fellow is the highest honor that a scientist or engineer can earn within the company’s Global Technology function.

“Delson is a passionate ambassador for technology who truly personifies our culture where growth and innovation meet performance and accountability,” said Dr. Robert Roop, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Axalta. “We strive to be an indispensable partner to our customers, and Delson’s technology and team leadership skills enable us to meet that goal consistently.”
With an illustrious career spanning nearly 40 years, Dr. Trindade has demonstrated unparalleled expertise and leadership in the field of coating technologies. His significant technical contributions have been instrumental across all of Axalta’s businesses.
As technical leader for several key programs, he expanded Axalta’s technical capabilities, and excelled in customer engagement, including:
- co-inventing Axalta’s multi-layer “3-Wet” coating processes used throughout the automotive industry;
- advancing silanated clearcoat platforms for enhanced durability and performance;
- developing the formulation toolbox for the emerging electrification sector; and
- contributing to more than 100 patent filings.
In addition to his technical prowess, Dr. Trindade is a dedicated mentor, collaborator, and influencer, actively contributing to the development of colleagues and the broader technical community. He is an integral member of the Fellows Forum at Axalta, which builds upon the company's tradition of scientific excellence and underscores the company's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and market leadership.
Dr. Trindade began his career with Axalta in Brazil, and has worked in Germany, Argentina, and the U.S., first in Detroit and now in Philadelphia at the Global Headquarters and Innovation Center. He earned a doctorate in Physical Chemistry from the University of São Paulo, Brazil and an MBA – Technology & Innovation from Harvard University / University of São Paulo.
About Axalta
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