Kansai Paint Co., Ltd. has announced a three year partnership with Manchester United Football Club, as its first global paint partner.

In response to the partnership Yuzo Kawamori, president of Kansai Paint stated that "Both Kansai Paint and Manchester United Football Club have a long history of success and a deep desire to succeed in the future. I am confident that this partnership will enable Kansai to develop not only its presence in new markets but will also augment its position in existing markets," He further added that "Kansai's partnership with Manchester United is a further demonstration of Kansai's desire to become global leader in the coatings industry."