Hempel concludes exclusive showcase of products at The Big 5 in Dubai

Hempel's aggressive investments in R&D have been crucial in our continuing success to satisfy the evolving needs of our customers

(prHWY.com) November 19, 2012 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- November 19, 2012
Hempel, one of the world's largest, independent suppliers of decorative, marine and protective coatings, has recently concluded an exclusive showcase of its latest offerings, including its industry-leading, environment-friendly products, during its participation at the recently concluded The Big 5 International Building & Construction Show in Dubai. Hempel products that were presented at The Big 5 included Topaz, the decorative internal range of paints that has very low VOC content for its water-based version; the Contex Thermoguard, an exterior coating with high solar reflectivity that effectively reduces energy for cooling of buildings thus reducing electrical consumption and Carbon foot print; Hempasil x3, the leading fouling release solution with proven track record of cost savings; and the recently launched innovative high-solids antifouling coatings range. Plus the new range of tank linings that can resist elevated temperatures.

Laurence Brown, Hempel UAE Country Manager, said: "The positive feedback we have received at The Big 5 clearly demonstrates the great value that Hempel's products and services deliver to our customers. Hempel's aggressive investments in R&D have been crucial in our continuing success to satisfy the evolving needs of our customers, particularly here in the Middle East. Moreover, we have introduced new eco-friendly solutions that complement the growing focus on sustainable growth and development within the business community and the society in general. The Big 5 gave us an opportunity to highlight the major advances we have achieved in these critical areas, while helping create greater awareness about the strategic benefits of Hempel's green building solutions. This key industry event certainly remains a very important networking platform that adds momentum to Hempel's growth plans in the Middle East."

Hempel, which holds a significant market share in the GCC, takes advantage of its extensive network of manufacturing units and sales offices to supply a wide range of paint solutions for various projects in the oil & gas and shipping sectors, as well as decorative paints for villas, apartments, hotels, hospitals, and infrastructure projects. Hempel was founded in 1915 and is approaching 100 years of being a leading global supplier of coatings and has been operating in the Middle East for more than 30 years.

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