# Biesterfeld expands distribution agreement with Eastman to Southern Africa

Biesterfeld, through its local presence Aerontec, is now authorized to distribute Eastman's coatings and inks product portfolio in Southern Africa, covering South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Eswatini, Namibia, Malawi, and Botswana.

- Type: Contract
- Announced: 2026-10-09
- Where: Southern Africa (South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Eswatini, Namibia, Malawi, Botswana), South Africa
- Status: announced
- Products: coatings and inks product portfolio (Texanol, Advantex, Solus, Tetrashield, Optifilm, CAB, CPO, MIAK, MAK)
- Sectors: [Specialty Chemicals](https://endata.com/sectors/specialty-chemicals.md)

## Companies

- [Biesterfeld](https://endata.com/companies/46158.md)
- [Eastman](https://endata.com/companies/8235.md) (customer)
- [Aerontec](https://endata.com/companies/94536.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [coatingsworld.com](https://www.coatingsworld.com/breaking-news/biesterfeld-expands-collaboration-with-eastman-to-southern-africa/), 2026-10-09: "This new appointment builds on the 30-year collaboration between Eastman and Biesterfeld across several European countries and takes our business relationship to the next level."

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