AkzoNobel (AKZOY) Russian subsidiaries placed under temporary external administration

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Akzo Nobel N.V. reports that a presidential decree in Russia has placed its Russian subsidiaries under temporary external administration as of July 13, 2026. Operational oversight of these subsidiaries transfers to a designated external entity, while underlying ownership by Akzo Nobel remains unchanged.

The company notes that Russia accounts for less than 2% of its revenue and is not material to overall financial performance. After EU sanctions in 2022, AkzoNobel had already discontinued a significant part of its Russian activities, with remaining operations fully localized and ringfenced, operating independently without financial support from Akzo Nobel N.V. AkzoNobel is reviewing the decree, assessing its implications, and states it remains committed to supporting employees and safeguarding its interests as shareholder.

Filing Explained

As of July 13, an external entity oversees AkzoNobel’s Russian subsidiaries, while ownership remains unchanged and the company’s review continues.

Form 6-K is an interim report used by a foreign private issuer to furnish material information published in its home market, and this filing furnishes AkzoNobel’s July 13 announcement.

The announcement states that AkzoNobel’s Russian subsidiaries entered temporary external administration on July 13, 2026, with operational oversight transferred to a designated external entity.

The disclosed structural consequence is a change in operational oversight while the subsidiaries’ underlying ownership remains unchanged; the arrangement is in effect, but AkzoNobel is still reviewing the decree’s implications.

The release states that Russia represents less than 2% of AkzoNobel’s revenue and is not material to its overall financial performance.

It also states that the remaining Russian operations are fully localized and ringfenced, operate independently, and receive no financial support from Akzo Nobel N.V.

The company says it remains committed to supporting employees and safeguarding its interests as shareholder of the Russian subsidiaries.

The filing does not state that ownership has been transferred or that the subsidiaries have been sold; it identifies the July 13 review as the next stated step.

Key Figures

Revenue exposure to Russia: Less than 2% of revenue Countries of operation: More than 150 countries Year founded: Since 1792

3 metrics

Revenue exposure to Russia Less than 2% of revenue Russia’s share of AkzoNobel’s total revenue and financial performance

Countries of operation More than 150 countries AkzoNobel’s global presence for its paints and coatings business

Year founded Since 1792 Historical start of AkzoNobel’s activities in paints and coatings

Key Terms

temporary external administration, ringfenced, European Market Abuse Regulation, Safe Harbor Statement

4 terms

temporary external administration regulatory

"Russian subsidiaries placed under temporary external administration as of today"

ringfenced financial

"The remaining operations have since been fully localized and ringfenced"

Ringfenced means money, assets, or a business unit are kept legally or operationally separate from the rest of a company so they cannot be used for other purposes. Think of it like putting cash or operations in a locked box or fenced garden: it protects those resources from creditors, legal claims, or risky activities elsewhere, which matters to investors because it reduces exposure to losses but can also limit how freely those assets can be used to grow returns.

European Market Abuse Regulation regulatory

"pursuant to section 17 paragraph 1 of the European Market Abuse Regulation"

A European market abuse regulation is a set of legal rules that prevents insider trading and market manipulation across EU financial markets, forcing timely public disclosure of important company information and setting behavior standards for people with privileged access. Like fair-play rules in a sport, it matters to investors because it helps keep prices trustworthy, reduces the chance of surprise losses from hidden information, and creates clear penalties and reporting duties for wrongdoing.

Safe Harbor Statement regulatory

"Safe Harbor Statement This media release contains statements which address"

A safe harbor statement is a disclaimer that companies include in their public disclosures to limit legal liability if future results differ from what was forecasted or expected. It acts like a protective shield, helping companies avoid lawsuits if their predictions don’t come true, and gives investors a clearer understanding that certain statements are forward-looking and involve risks.

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FAQ

What happened to Akzo Nobel (AKZOY) Russian subsidiaries?

A presidential decree in Russia placed Akzo Nobel’s Russian subsidiaries under temporary external administration as of July 13, 2026. Operational oversight moves to a designated external entity, while Akzo Nobel’s underlying ownership of these subsidiaries remains unchanged.

How important is Russia to Akzo Nobel (AKZOY) revenue?

Russia represents less than 2% of AkzoNobel’s revenue and is described as not material to its overall financial performance. This limits the direct financial impact of the temporary external administration on the group’s consolidated results.

Does Akzo Nobel (AKZOY) still fund its Russian operations?

The remaining Russian operations are described as fully localized and ringfenced, operating independently without financial support from Akzo Nobel N.V. This structure was put in place after EU sanctions introduced in 2022 led to discontinuation of a significant part of its Russian activities.

What is the effect of temporary external administration on Akzo Nobel’s ownership?

Under temporary external administration, operational oversight of Akzo Nobel’s Russian subsidiaries transfers to an external entity, but the filing states that underlying ownership remains unchanged. AkzoNobel is assessing the implications of this arrangement as shareholder.

How is Akzo Nobel (AKZOY) responding to the Russian decree?

AkzoNobel is reviewing the decree and assessing its implications. It also states that it remains committed to supporting its employees in Russia and safeguarding its interests as shareholder of its Russian subsidiaries under the new administrative structure.

What prior steps did Akzo Nobel (AKZOY) take in Russia after EU sanctions?

Following EU sanctions introduced in 2022, AkzoNobel discontinued a significant part of its Russian activities. The remaining operations were then fully localized and ringfenced, operating independently of Akzo Nobel N.V. and without financial support from the parent company.

UNITED STATES 

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13A-16 OR 15D-16 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

July 13, 2026

Commission File Number: 000-17444

Akzo Nobel N.V. 

Christian Neefestraat 2 

1077 WW Amsterdam 

The Netherlands 

(Address of principal executive office)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

Form 20-F ☒ Form 40-F ☐

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1): ☐

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7): ☐

The following exhibit is furnished herewith:

Exhibit Index

Exhibit Number	Description of Exhibit
99.1	AkzoNobel’s Russian subsidiaries placed under temporary external administration

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

Date: July 13, 2026	Akzo Nobel N.V.
	By:	/s/ Grégoire Poux-Guillaume
		Name: Grégoire Poux-Guillaume
		Title: Chief Executive Officer

Date: July 13, 2026	By:	/s/ Maarten de Vries
		Name: Maarten de Vries
		Title: Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1

 

Akzo Nobel N.V.

Media release

July 13, 2026

AkzoNobel’s Russian subsidiaries placed under temporary external administration

(AKZA; AKZOY) 

AkzoNobel has taken note of a presidential decree signed by the President of Russia placing the company’s Russian subsidiaries under temporary external administration as of today.

Under temporary external administration, operational oversight is transferred to a designated external entity, while underlying ownership remains unchanged. AkzoNobel is currently reviewing the decree and assessing its implications. Russia represents less than 2% of AkzoNobel’s revenue and is not material to the company’s overall financial performance.

The company remains committed to supporting its employees and safeguarding its interests as shareholder of AkzoNobel’s Russian subsidiaries.

Following the EU sanctions introduced in 2022, AkzoNobel discontinued a significant part of its activities in Russia. The remaining operations have since been fully localized and ringfenced, operating independently without financial support from Akzo Nobel N.V.

This is a public announcement by Akzo Nobel N.V. pursuant to section 17 paragraph 1 of the European Market Abuse Regulation (596/2014).

About AkzoNobel  

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing more sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

Not for publication – for more information AkzoNobel Media Relations	AkzoNobel Investor Relations
T +31 (0)88 - 969 7833 Contact: Joost Ruempol Media.relations@akzonobel.com	T +31 (0)88 - 969 0139 Contact: Jan Willem Enhus Investor.relations@akzonobel.com

Safe Harbor Statement 

This media release contains statements which address such key issues as AkzoNobel’s growth strategy, future financial results, market positions, product development, products in the pipeline and product approvals. Such statements should be carefully considered, and it should be understood that many factors could cause forecast and actual results to differ from these statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, price fluctuations, currency fluctuations, developments in raw material and personnel costs, pensions, physical and environmental risks, legal issues, and legislative, fiscal, and other regulatory measures, as well as significant market disruptions. Stated competitive positions are based on management estimates supported by information provided by specialized external agencies. For a more comprehensive discussion of the risk factors affecting our business, please see our latest annual report.

Christian Neefestraat 2 1077 WW Amsterdam P.O. Box 75730 1070 AS Amsterdam The Netherlands T    +31 (0)88 969 7833 E   media.relations@akzonobel.com www.akzonobel.com

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