AkzoNobel CFO Maëlys Castella today sounded the opening gong at Euronext Amsterdam, just two days ahead of International Women's Day.

The ceremony was performed in partnership with renowned language institute Regina Coeli, also known as The Nuns of Vught, who have worked together with AkzoNobel for many years.

"As a global company, we value and embrace diversity in all forms as a way of enhancing our activities," said Maëlys. "Working with different nationalities and cultures is particularly relevant for AkzoNobel, which is why our partnership with Regina Coeli is so important."

A French national, Maëlys became AkzoNobel's first ever female CFO when she was officially appointed in September.

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