About Hempel

The Hempel Group
The HEMPEL GROUP of companies was established in 1915 by Mr J C Hempel with the motto of "Quality and Service", which is still the hallmark of the HEMPEL GROUP. Over the years both content and meaning have been adjusted to meet changing market demands. HEMPEL operates within several strategic segments. These include marine paints, protective coatings, container coatings, decorative paints and yacht paints.

The first HEMPEL factory started production in 1915 in Denmark. The Group has since grown to become a world-wide enterprise comprising 3 global research and development facilities, 20 manufacturing plants, 47 sales offices and more than 130 stock points strategically located on all five continents. In short, wherever you are, HEMPEL is always nearby, ensuring prompt delivery of freshly produced quality coatings supported by HEMPEL's world-renowned service.

The board of Hempel A/S consists of the following members:

Claus Colliander - Chairman
Lars Aaen - Vice Chairman
John Schwartzbach
Anders Pettersson
Ulf Lennart Holm
Peder Holk Nielsen
Allan Katz - Staff Representative
Søren Nyborg Rasmussen - Staff Representative
Louise Krüger Koefoed - Staff Representative

The J C Hempel Foundation

All of the operational companies within the HEMPEL Group are owned wholly or in part by the J C Hempel Foundation. Daily management is handled through HEMPEL A/S, headquartered in Denmark. Employees are represented on the Foundation board as well as on the board of the holding company. This independence gives the Group full freedom to pursue its commitment towards our customers and technology.

The board of the J.C. Hempel Foundation consists of:

Claus Colliander - Chairman
John Schwartzbach - Vice Chairman
Bob van Rijn
Richard Sand
Leif Jensen
Kim Dam-Johansen
Jørgen Jacobsen - Staff Representative
Birgitte Jacobsen - Staff Representative
Helle Friberg Schmidt - Staff Representative