As a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions, Hempel is a global company with strong values, working with customers in the decorative, protective, marine, container and yacht industries. Hempel factories, R&D centres and stock points are established in every region.
Across the globe, Hempel’s coatings protect surfaces, structures and equipment. They extend asset lifetimes, reduce maintenance costs and make homes and workplaces safer, more sustainable and more colourful.
Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915. It is proudly owned by the Hempel Foundation, which ensures a solid economic base for the Hempel Group. The Hempel Foundation’s secondary purpose is philanthropic: To make a positive, sustainable difference around the globe in three main areas: empowering children living in poverty to learn; promoting independent research within sustainable coatings science and technology; and sustaining nature’s biodiversity.