Axalta has launched a first of its kind automotive refinish training centre in Dubai, UAE.
The centre has been designed to provide training across the Axalta range of vehicle repainting products and will host training programs for bodyshop, repair and refinish technicians to hone their skills.
Technicians will also learn to use the latest coating technologies found in the company's premium refinish coating brands.
This is the 47th centre for Axalta worldwide and follows the October 2016 opening of Axalta’s regional office in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority.
Axalta CEO Charlie Shaver said the launch of the new centre reinforced the company's dedication to training, the region and its continued investment in current technologies within the industry.
“The opening of this world-class customer learning and development facility highlights our commitment to invest in the region and support our customers.
"This interactive training and education facility establishes a solid foundation that will provide continuous support and development to vehicle repair specialists that will both enhance the level of refinishing services and optimize the use of Axalta technologies in the region.”
In 2016, Axalta spent $180 million on technology and product research and development.