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Exemplary Customer Success Stories
BASF Coatings is committed to innovation and customer satisfaction. Our solutions and services have helped many companies achieve their goals and set new standards. On this page, we share inspiring stories and experiences from our customers who have achieved remarkable success by working with us. Be inspired by the many success stories and discover how our products and services help companies realise their vision and excel. Let's write success stories together.
Dongfeng Nissan N7
On April 27, Dongfeng Nissan's new battery electric model N7 was officially launched. Combining Nissan's global and Chinese designs, N7 offers six car colors: Flowing Silver, Frost White, Oatmeal, Ink Blue, Cyan, and Black. Each color is stunning and captivating at first sight. N7 is not only a leap for Dongfeng Nissan in the field of electric vehicles but also marks a new milestone in the long-term cooperation between BASF Coatings and Dongfeng Nissan.
Renault R4
Efficiency gains through two-tone painting process for Renault R4 production! We are proud to have witnessed the start of production of the new Renault R4 in Maubeuge, featuring an innovative two-tone painting process. The use of an overspray-free application technique, developed by BASF Coatings in collaboration with Dürr and Renault, is transforming the application process at the Maubeuge manufacturing plant.
2024 Supplier of the Year winner by General Motors
General Motors presented BASF Coatings with a 2024 Supplier of the Year Award at GM’s 33rd annual Supplier of the Year event in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. GM’s Supplier of the Year awards recognize global suppliers for their execution across key categories like safety, innovation and resilience. A global cross-functional team makes award selections based not only on an organization’s performance across 2024, but also their alignment to GM’s core values and ambitious goals.
Li Auto
Strategic partnership, shared ambition: BASF Coatings and Li Auto are working together to advance sustainability and digitalization in automotive coatings. With the signing of a Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation, we will focus on jointly developing low-carbon material technologies and building a joint innovation platform. The goal: delivering high-performance, sustainable coatings across all layers - from e-coat to clearcoat.
NIO
BASF Coatings, a leading global supplier of innovative coatings solutions, and NIO, a pioneer in the global smart electric vehicle market, have announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LoI) aimed at establishing a strategic partnership to enhance cooperation in the automotive coatings sector. This collaboration marks a significant step towards achieving a long-term and mutually beneficial relationship, focusing on automotive exterior coatings for NIO’s electric vehicles.
Excellent Supplier Award for 2024 by GAC Group
We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the "Excellent Supplier Award" for 2024 by GAC Group! This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to quality, innovation, and strong partnerships in the coatings industry. During the GAC Group's Partnership Conference in Guangzhou, we received our fifth award from GAC Group in the past six years. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team and the strong collaboration we have fostered with GAC over the years.
Xiaomi Auto SU7
Vibrant colors inspired by nature - Xiaomi Auto collaborates with BASF Coatings for SU7 model! We are proud to announce our partnership with Xiaomi Auto in unveiling the stunning Xiaomi SU7, featuring vibrant colors that embody the beauty and vitality of nature - from the calming warmth of Verdant Green to the deep allure of Radiant Purple.
Baojun Yunhai
BASF Coatings has partnered with Baojun Yunhai, a rising star under SGM-Wuling! Inspired by the culture of Chinese steed, the Baojun Yunhai series introduces four beautiful car colors: Chaoying Grey, Yuhui White, Tengyun Blue, and Zhuri Orange. Each car color has its unique cultural connotation and is characterized by an underlying innovative technology.
Red Dot Design Award
We are excited to announce that our colleagues Chiharu Matsuhara and Naoya Sakai accepted the Red Dot Design Award in Singapore in July 2024 for EFFLORESCENCE, BASF Coatings’ groundbreaking color! This innovative coating sets a new benchmark with eco one technology by combining sustainability with cutting-edge design, offering a fresh approach to automotive aesthetics and environmental responsibility.