Willmott Dixon and ICI Paints Akzonobel join forces

Willmott Dixon Construction and ICI Paints AkzoNobel have entered into a mutual agreement which will see the construction giant working closely with the global paint manufacturer as its preferred supply chain partner for decorative paints and performance coatings.

Having worked closely with ICI Paints AkzoNobel on a number of high profile projects, including the BCSE Big School Makeover campaign, Willmott Dixon has decided to exclusively specify the use of ICI Paints AkzoNobel on all projects throughout the UK.

Willmott Dixon Construction is one of the industry's most recognisable brands for major construction projects across England and Wales, carrying out capital projects from £1million to over £100 million. Therefore it is essential the company can rely on its suppliers to help maintain the exceptionally high standards for which it is renowned.

Working in a diverse range of sectors, including the commercial, education, health, hotels, law and order, and the leisure and fitness industries gives Willmott Dixon a variety of challenging briefs. As the world's leading decorative coatings company, ICI Paints AkzoNobel offers a portfolio of market-leading brands such as Dulux Trade, Cuprinol Trade, Glidden Trade, Polycell Trade, and Sikkens, providing a range of high performance, effective solutions and specialist services that can be customised to suit the needs of any project.

Speaking about the supply chain agreement, Nick Grant, Supply Chain Coordinator from Willmott Dixon, commented: "The service levels that ICI Paints AkzoNobel offers are second to none. Its extensive team of experts is always on hand to provide guidance on a project by project basis, developing bespoke specifications which reflect the demands of any brief. ICI Paints AkzoNobel also offers unique on-site solutions for specialist issues such as colour fidelity, sustainability and waste management, helping us to provide our clients with the best possible solutions, tailored specifically to their individual requirements.

"ICI Paints AkzoNobel is continually investing in the development of its extensive portfolio of products, meaning that we are always able to offer our clients the latest technologies and advancements, and the most efficient and effective solutions on the market."

Ralph Blacklaws, National Account Manager Construction, ICI Paints AkzoNobel, concludes: "Working closely with our partners enables us to ensure we can recommend the most effective solutions for any project. Each project provides its own distinctive challenges, and we are confident that via our extensive range of quality brands and specialist products and services, we will be able to consistently help Willmott Dixon deliver the best possible results."