## News # Partnership with Volvo Car UK R-M® is the preferred paint supplier for the Volvo Car UK Approved Bodyshop Network. Volvo Body shops can benefit from the most advanced portfolio of the premium refinish brand R-M. ![JPG Full-TIM_1168_EX60_REAR_DETAIL (1).jpg](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_43__1200x900/public/2026-02/JPG%20Full-TIM_1168_EX60_REAR_DETAIL%20%281%29.jpg.webp?itok=4ATmGpqn) 24/02/2026 BASF Coatings will continue to supply Volvo’s Approved Bodyshop Network with its premium paint brand R-M through its distribution channels in the UK. Volvo Approved body shops will have access to the most advanced and efficient refinish practices and solutions. The partnership will also mean that Volvo Approved body shops can benefit from the most advanced technical support and training, enabling them to carry out repairs in line with Volvo repair methods whilst maintaining a high-quality refinish process. Rob Deane, Commercial Operations Director, Volvo Car UK commented: “BASF Coatings’ expertise and paint solutions play a key role in assisting our Approved body shops to carry out damage repairs to Volvo’s exacting standards. We are delighted to have renewed our partnership with them.” Sally Jones, Managing Director BASF Coatings UK Ltd, said: “We are delighted to renew our long-standing partnership with Volvo Car UK. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to premium quality, innovation, and sustainability. We look forward to continuing to drive progress that benefits our industry and the environment while supporting Volvo Car UK’s Approved Bodyshop Network as it prepares for the evolving automotive landscape.” Volvo Car UK Ltd has 78 Approved Body Repair Centers in the UK, aligned to each of its retailer sites who are geographically located across the UK. The Volvo Approved Bodyshop Network is equipped to provide Volvo customers with car damage repair services whilst meeting a range of comprehensive standards. ![P090_Biomass_Coatings (1).jpg](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_169__1358x764/public/2026-02/P090_Biomass_Coatings%20%281%29.jpg.webp?itok=psNyJLC5) ![Technical team](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_43__806x606/public/2023-03/Jury_RM_BPC2022.jpg.webp?itok=7P-1T0lV) Team up with R-M and accelerate your business success [Let's talk ](/en-int/lets-talk "Let's talk") ![AgilisXSauber](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_43__806x606/public/2023-03/2023%20Pre-Season%20Testing%20-%20Bahrain%20-%20Day%203.jpg.webp?itok=bYmVyg8v) Connect with your local R-M dealer now [Find dealers near you ](/en-int/dealers "Find dealers near you")