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Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE: AXTA) is a global coatings company that regularly issues news and updates on its operations, technology and strategic developments. As a supplier of coatings for light vehicles, commercial vehicles, refinish applications, electric motors, building facades and other industrial uses, Axalta’s announcements often highlight how its products support corrosion protection, durability and productivity for customers in more than 140 countries.
News related to AXTA frequently covers Axalta’s role in the automotive and mobility sectors. The company publishes its Global Automotive Color Popularity Report, which it describes as the industry’s longest running and most comprehensive account of automotive color trends, and it announces an annual Global Automotive Color of the Year, such as the 2026 color "Solar Boost." These releases provide insight into changing vehicle color preferences and Axalta’s color research and design capabilities.
Investors and industry followers can also find earnings releases and conference call announcements that summarize Axalta’s quarterly financial performance, segment results for Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, and management commentary on business conditions. Additional news items describe new product introductions, such as Alesta e-PRO coatings for electric vehicle battery and energy storage applications, as well as recognition of technical leaders within Axalta’s Global Technology function.
Another important category of AXTA news involves corporate and strategic actions. In November 2025, Axalta and Akzo Nobel N.V. announced a definitive Merger Agreement for an all-stock merger of equals, with detailed information provided in a joint press release and subsequent Form 8-K filings. Readers who follow Axalta news can track updates on this planned combination, related shareholder and regulatory milestones, and any changes to governance or listing structure for the combined company.
By reviewing the AXTA news feed, users can monitor Axalta’s financial disclosures, color and design reports, technology launches and transaction-related announcements in one place.
Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global coatings company, has launched Axalta Nimbus, a cloud-based platform for refinish customers. This innovative technology integrates all of Axalta's tools and resources into a single platform, aimed at improving efficiency, productivity, performance, and profitability. Axalta Nimbus offers a comprehensive suite of features including:
- Color retrieval
- Product ordering
- Inventory management
- Training resources
- Customer support
The platform provides actionable data and business insights to help owners and managers make informed decisions. With its intuitive user interface and customizable capabilities, Axalta Nimbus is designed to streamline the refinish process and enable customers to do business smarter.
Axalta (NYSE: AXTA) has launched Axalta Irus Scan, a next-generation spectrophotometer for refinish customers. This innovative device is part of the three-step Axalta Irus digital color management process: Scan – Match – Mix. Key features include:
1. Patented inverse angle technology for precise reading of hue shifting effect pigments
2. Built-in gloss measurement capabilities
3. High-definition RGB camera for measuring colored sparkle
4. Proprietary algorithm for best color match selection from over 2 million formulas
The Axalta Irus Scan aims to improve productivity, accuracy, and sustainability in body shops by optimizing labor, reducing waste, and decreasing rework from color match errors.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) reported strong Q2 2024 financial results, with record-breaking performance in key metrics. Net sales increased 4.4% year-over-year to $1.35 billion, while net income rose by $52 million to $113 million. The company achieved a quarterly record Adjusted EBITDA of $291 million, up from $227 million in the prior year, with margin expanding 400 basis points to 21.5%.
Diluted EPS increased 89% to $0.51, and Adjusted Diluted EPS improved 63% to $0.57. Axalta's net leverage ratio decreased to 2.6x from 3.6x a year ago. The company repurchased $50 million of common shares and increased its full-year 2024 earnings and free cash flow outlook. Both Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings segments showed growth in net sales and Adjusted EBITDA.
Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global coatings company, has announced a partnership with CESVIMAP R&D Centre to offer the Move2Green sustainability program to its refinish customers. This program provides an online self-assessment questionnaire to evaluate bodyshops' environmental impact and offers a detailed roadmap for improving sustainability initiatives.
Key points:
- Customers receive a Move2Green certification to promote their commitment to reducing environmental footprint
- Axalta's Fast Cure Low Energy (FCLE) refinish system can reduce electricity consumption by up to 49% and carbon emissions by up to 54%
- The partnership will initially launch in the EMEA region, starting with the UK, Ireland, and Benelux
- Axalta offers eco-conscious products, innovative tools, and consultancy services to help customers achieve sustainability goals
Axalta Coating Systems announced the appointment of Chris Evans as Vice President of Global Strategy and Colleen Lubic as Vice President of Investor Relations, effective immediately. Evans, previously VP of Investor Relations at Axalta, brings extensive experience from Ecovyst, Chemours, and Goldman Sachs. He will now lead Axalta’s Global Strategy and M&A efforts, reporting to Chief Transformation Officer Tim Bowes. Lubic, who joined Axalta as VP of Financial Planning & Analysis in 2022, has a background in finance leadership roles at Campbell Soup Company. She will serve as the primary liaison between Axalta and its shareholders, reporting to CFO Carl Anderson.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) will release its second-quarter 2024 financial results on August 1, 2024, at 6 a.m. ET. Following the release, the company will host a conference call at 8 a.m. ET, led by CEO Chris Villavarayan and CFO Carl Anderson. The call will review the company’s financial performance for the quarter. Investors can access a live webcast of the call and a replay will be available until August 1, 2025. The dial-in number for the call is 1-800-343-5172, with the conference ID AXALTA. For those unable to attend, a replay will be accessible until August 8, 2024, via the number 1-844-512-2921 with passcode 11156504.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) has completed the acquisition of The CoverFlexx Group from Transtar Holding Company, enhancing its automotive refinish and aftermarket coatings segment. This strategic move aligns with Axalta's priority to grow its Refinish business, as stated by CEO Chris Villavarayan. The acquisition broadens Axalta’s product offerings, adding established brands like Transtar, Pro-Form, and Aftermkt Armor. The CoverFlexx Group, which operates manufacturing and development sites in Michigan and Ontario, will now be integrated into Axalta’s operations to bolster its market presence in North America.
Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global coatings company, has announced a partnership with Solera, a global leader in vehicle lifecycle management. This partnership will integrate Axalta's conventional and Fast Cure Low Energy (FCLE) refinish paint systems into Solera's Sustainable Estimatics platform. This integration allows Axalta customers to estimate CO2 emissions per repair, considering various factors like repair methods, paint application, and drying conditions. Customers will have access to a live dashboard for energy-conscious, data-driven decisions. Axalta aims for carbon neutrality by 2040, and this partnership supports their BELEAF initiative, focusing on sustainability and eco-conscious products.
Solera, a leader in vehicle lifecycle management, announces a strategic partnership with Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a global supplier of coatings. This collaboration integrates Axalta’s refinish paint systems into Solera’s Sustainable Estimatics platform to accurately calculate CO2 emissions per vehicle repair. The initiative will help body shops and insurers make data-driven decisions to reduce carbon footprints, aligning with EU's CSRD regulations. Axalta aims to be carbon neutral by 2040, and this partnership supports its sustainability goals, providing eco-conscious products, tools, and resources.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) announced its three-year strategy plan, the 2026 A-Plan, during a Strategy Day event at its Global Innovation Center. The plan focuses on five key growth areas: cultural transformation, operational excellence, optimized portfolio strategy, sustainable innovation, and effective capital allocation. Axalta aims to achieve $500 million in net sales growth, more than 60% Adjusted Diluted EPS growth, and adjusted EBITDA margins exceeding 21% by 2026. CEO Chris Villavarayan emphasized the ongoing transformation and efforts to accelerate performance in the coming years.