AkzoNobel announced on January 3, 2008 that it will complete the acquisition of British paint manufacturer ICI (Imperial Chemicals) on that day. The purchase price will be 8 billion pounds. After the acquisition, Imperial Chemicals will deal with London Securities. The city under the market.
Akzo Nobel stated in the statement that ICI shareholders can exchange 6.7 pounds for each ICI share and receive a second interim dividend at the 0.05 pound standard per share.