Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings partnered with Air Canada and FutureBrand to develop an updated design and color scheme for Air Canada's new fleet. ANAC worked closely with FutureBrand to select finishes to satisfy Air Canada's desire for a contemporary look. As the nation's flag carrier, the new image represents Air Canada's restructuring and revitalization. Working within tight time constraints to meet Air Canada's unveiling event, a complex mica paint design was chosen, which made a teamwork approach even more critical. ANAC was able to meet the challenge; Air Canada successfully unveiled their new look and brand on October 19, 2004. 

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In 2003 ANAC worked closely with Northwest Airlines, Airbus and Boeing when Northwest introduced its first new aircraft paint scheme since 1989. Working with the airline as well as the OEMs ensured design consistency of the paint scheme across both aircraft models. Northwest chose an innovative silver metallic paint scheme for their 436 aircraft. Northwest expects cost savings as a result of several factors, including overall durability. The livery will allow Northwest to extend paint cycles for individual aircraft from five to six years. A clear coat paint finish makes the livery more durable and dark pigment has been removed from the fuselage paint scheme.

Reproduced with the permission of Northwest Airlines