PPG launches waterborne automotive coatings facility in Thailand

PPG has commenced operations at a new waterborne automotive coatings plant in Samut Prakan, Thailand. The facility expands PPG’s local production of waterborne basecoats and primers, addressing the growing demand for sustainable coatings from automotive manufacturers in Southeast Asia.

The advanced facility, with an annual production capacity of 2,000 tons, features an automated spray application center to strengthen PPG’s service capabilities and competitiveness in the global automotive coatings market. A special event on March 20 marked the opening, attended by PPG executives and regional automotive manufacturers.

“Southeast Asia is experiencing rapid growth in the automotive sector. With the Thai government’s support for electric vehicles presenting vast opportunities for global automakers, including Chinese OEMs, we saw the need to expand our operations,” said Alisha Bellezza, PPG senior vice president, Automotive OEM Coatings. “This opening is a significant milestone, underscoring PPG's commitment to sustainability and highlighting its strategic focus on the Southeast Asian market.”

As Chinese automakers extend their reach into new global markets, including Thailand, investments like this plant allow PPG to provide localized production and technical support to its customers. PPG has established strong partnerships with leading Asian automakers, including Chinese brands like BYD and Chery.

“PPG's purpose to ‘protect and beautify the world’ is evident in its development of waterborne coatings with low VOC emissions,” said Thomas Li, PPG vice president, Asia Pacific, Automotive OEM Coatings. “Our new plant in Thailand represents a significant step in PPG’s commitment to promoting sustainable transformation within the automotive coatings industry.”

Source : PPG