PPG has completed significant upgrades to its Yen Phong industrial coatings plant in Bắc Ninh province, Vietnam, expanding the facility’s capacity. The enhancements include the addition of a new production line dedicated to PPG AQUACRON™ waterborne decorative and functional coatings for consumer electronics, along with advanced testing equipment and automated spray booths.
With these upgrades, the plant now operates six production lines, enabling faster turnaround times, accelerated coatings development, and enhanced access to PPG’s technical and customer support. This investment reflects PPG’s commitment to the region and its dedication to meeting the increasing demand for sustainable products from the growing number of multinational consumer electronics brands in Southeast Asia.
“As a trusted supplier to leading global consumer electronics OEMs, PPG provides next-generation solutions that not only enhance the durability, design, and functionality of their products but also help these industry partners reduce their carbon footprints with coatings made with little to no solvents,” said Irene Tasi, PPG Senior Vice President, Industrial Coatings.
In addition to PPG Aquacron coatings, the upgraded facility produces PPG SPECTRACRON™ liquid coatings for transportation applications, PPG DURANAR™ coil and extrusion coatings for architectural and building products, and RAYCRON™ UV-curable coatings for electronic materials.
“This investment is another important step in our ongoing commitment to creating innovative, sustainable products that protect and enhance communities around the world,” said Le Dong Lam, PPG General Manager for Southeast Asia, Industrial Coatings, and Country Manager for Vietnam.
Customers in the region will also benefit from the PPG SECURE LAUNCH EXCELLENCE™ program, which integrates new coating technologies and colors into their production lines. This process ensures that new solutions meet exact customer specifications from the first application.
PPG’s focus on sustainably advantaged products is evident in its growing portfolio of waterborne, powder, and energy-curable coatings. The company aims to have 50% of its sales come from sustainably advantaged products by 2030.
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At PPG (NYSE), we are committed to developing and delivering the paints, coatings, and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ most significant challenges by collaborating closely to find the right solutions. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PPG operates in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $18.2 billion in 2023. We serve customers in the construction, consumer products, industrial, transportation, and aftermarket markets.
