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Press releases before and after fairs and events of the surface treatment sector

22APR

PaintExpo 2026: A Global Triumph for Industrial Coating Technologies

Held from 14-17 April, PaintExpo 2026 served as a powerful signal of resilience and innovation, thriving despite a challenging global economic climate.

22APR

Sun Chemical to Showcase Advanced Materials and Colour Innovations at ACS 2026

At booth n. 1866, the company will exhibit a comprehensive portfolio of functional polymers, effect pigments, and digital tools, all engineered to support high-performance, sustainable, and future-ready coatings.

21APR

Biobased Coatings Europe 2026: Industry Leaders to Convene in Düsseldorf to Drive Sustainable Innovation

As the industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, the two-day event aims to address the most critical technical and commercial challenges currently shaping the coatings market.

20APR

Paint & Coatings Italy returns in 2026: Event announced at Allianz MiCo

The event will take place on 28-29 October 2026. To accommodate increased demand and a larger cohort of exhibitors, the event will be held at a new venue: the Allianz MiCo in Milan. This expanded space is designed to facilitate greater networking opportunities and offer a more comprehensive exhibition experience.

14APR

Industrial Renaissance: Global Industrie 2026 Sees Unprecedented Growth in Paris

Addressing the urgent need for 130,000 new recruits in the French industrial sector this year, Global Industrie 2026 acted as a massive recruitment engine. The WorldSkills champions provided a glimpse into the future of technical mastery, showcasing skills in electronics and robotics that are increasingly vital for the automation of modern coating lines.

13APR

Syensqo to Debut Eco-Friendly Coating Innovations at ACS 2026

Visitors can find Syensqo experts at Booth 648 or attend technical presentations led by Dr. Celine Burel, Dr. Jamie Nowalk, and Brian Vest throughout the conference.

10APR

Tolsa to Showcase Withadins® Flame Retardancy at Wire Düsseldorf 2026

The company will be in Hall 15, Booth 15B12, where it will present its technological solutions for cable applications.

09APR

Industry Giants to Convene in Istanbul for PaintIstanbul 2026

With more than 10,000 international visitors expected, the three-day summit serves as a critical networking platform for sectors ranging from automotive and white goods manufacturing to furniture and hardware retail.

09APR

Elementis to Unveil Sustainable Additive Breakthroughs at ACS 2026

Elementis focuses on responsible innovation and biobased solutions in Indianapolis. The company will be on hand throughout the event to discuss how these functional rheology technologies can help manufacturers reduce their carbon footprints while maintaining superior aesthetics.

07APR

Discover paint shop solutions at PaintExpo

With our experience in international plant engineering, we provide proven technologies and tailor-made solutions for almost every process in the future-oriented paint shop. From planning, to construction and engineering, we provide reliable support for its plants throughout their entire life cycle.

02APR

PaintExpo 2026 To Showcase New Products, Live Demonstrations and Expert Knowledge Across the Industrial Coating Industry

Experience the latest technologies, processes and innovations in industrial coating first-hand at PaintExpo 2026, scheduled from 14t to 17th April.

30MAR

Sun Chemical to Showcase Advanced Pigment Solutions for Surface Treatments at ChinaPlas 2026

Exhibiting at Hall 8.2, booth F37, the company will highlight solutions tailored to meet the demanding performance, aesthetic and sustainability requirements of the plastics and surface treatment industries.

27MAR

X-Rite Pantone Showcases Advanced Colour Management Solutions for Smart Manufacturing at the American Coatings Show

Through live demonstrations, product displays, and educational presentations, X-Rite Pantone will demonstrate how manufacturers can replace guesswork with standardised, data-driven colour processes. These approaches improve accuracy, streamline approvals, and reduce waste, providing a more reliable foundation for efficient manufacturing and future automation initiatives.

24MAR

Henkel to Showcase Advanced Metal Processing Technologies at METPACK 2026

At stand 1C38 in hall 1, Henkel will demonstrate how cutting-edge metal surface treatment enables efficient production, high-quality packaging, and reduced environmental impact.

12MAR

Akzonobel Showcases FIDURA™ Coil Coating Systems at Zak World of Facades Barcelona

AkzoNobel highlights durable and design-driven FIDURA™ solutions for modern façades at Zak World of Facades Barcelona 2026.