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International® is part of AkzoNobel and is one of the world's leading manufacturers of high quality paints, coatings and protective products for the yachting and marine industries.
Founded in 1856, the International® brand is now synonymous with the highest possible standard of care for all types of boats and has established itself as a household name in boat building and maintenance.
For more than 160 years, International has developed the most innovative painting solutions to protect, beautify and enhance the performance of all types of boats. No matter where you are, no matter what waters of the world, you will find that International offers high quality yacht paints for above and below the water. This includes antifouling paints, undercoats, clear coats for yachts and many other solutions.
Our success is built on two building blocks: an ongoing commitment to understanding our customers' needs and, in turn, providing quality products and system solutions that perform as required for the boat owner, yard employee or boat builder worldwide.
Scientific expertise is at the heart of our business. We have more people, technology and investment in our research and development program than any other yacht paint manufacturer in the world. With our dedicated yacht laboratories and customer testing programs, we have become the first choice for even the most demanding customers in the world.
International is dedicated to providing proven solutions that protect, beautify and keep maintenance low. We strive to ensure that our work not only makes a difference, but becomes an integral part of our customers' lives.
Whether we are researching and developing new products in the laboratory, or testing new products on the high seas, this is where we are in our element. Getting the chemistry right is crucial to us, as is knowing the small differences in people and waters around the world. Wherever there are boats, we are there, making contacts, solving problems and sharing our knowledge.