Dubai, UAE; January 26, 2017: AkzoNobel, the world leader in efficiency coverings technology and innovation, carried out a blood donation drive in partnership with the Dubai Blood Donation Centre (DBDC) at its Al Quoz website. More than 60 staff members took part in contributing blood as part of the company's corporate social responsibility effort. The Al Quoz site in Dubai holds the Powder Coatings factory. Employees from all departments and features volunteered for the blood donation drive.

Rajiv Rajgopal, Regional Director - Efficiency Coatings for Middle East & Africa, said: "At AkzoNobel Middle East, our company believe that it is important to include our staff members in community tasks as part of our focus on enhancing our social obligation. By adding their time, and not simply sources to support charity campaigns, they are likewise highlighting their support to the Year of Offering campaign announced by the UAE management."

AkzoNobel routinely organises community-oriented projects with personnel participating in numerous initiatives that contribute to the welfare of the community. The blood contribution drive was led by authorities of the DBDC, who highlighted the importance of such organisational assistance, which goes a lengthy means in assisting alleviate the suffering of individuals that need routine blood transfusion and for clinical emergency situation requirements.

DBDC is the only blood supplier in Dubai and its services extend to Thalassemia clients, road accident and melt targets, people with neonates and pregnancy health problems, instances detected with cancer cells or scheduled for open heart operations in addition to all personal health facilities within Dubai that are entitled for transfusion services.

Headquartered in Amsterdam, AkzoNobel has centuries of experience in paints and finishes, with its portfolio consisting of popular brand names such as Dulux, Sikkens, International, Interpon and Eka.