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Formex

Formex

Stockholm, Sweden
26 Aug 2025 - 28 Aug 2025
BITE Stockholm

BITE Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden
29 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2025
Elmia Subcontractor

Elmia Subcontractor

Jönköping, Sweden
11 Nov 2025 - 13 Nov 2025
Stockholm Furniture Fair

Stockholm Furniture Fair

Stockholm, Sweden
3 Feb 2026 - 7 Feb 2026
NORDBYGG

NORDBYGG

Stockholm, Sweden
21 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026
ELMIA LASTBIL - THE TRUCK EXHIBITION

ELMIA LASTBIL - THE TRUCK EXHIBITION

Jönköping, Sweden
19 Aug 2026 - 22 Aug 2026
Elmia Wood

Elmia Wood

Jönköping, Sweden
20 May 2027 - 22 May 2027
ScanPack

ScanPack

Göteborg, Sweden
26 Oct 2027 - 29 Oct 2027
ECOC

ECOC

Copenhagen, Denmark
29 Sep 2025 - 1 Oct 2025
Passenger Terminal EXPO

Passenger Terminal EXPO

London, UK
17 Mar 2026 - 19 Mar 2026

Coatings

What is the coatings industry?

The coatings sector is among the primary and pivotal divisions in the chemical industry. It is a highly lucrative and time-honoured segment with an extensive inter-sector network. It is due to the diverse functions of coatings. Examples include usage in the automotive, maritime, aviation, and fire protection industries. Additionally, such wares are used in the defence, ceramics, and energy sectors. They are also applied in the electronics and environmental protection segments. It likewise applies to the construction, apparel, and furniture industries. The medicine, pharmacy, sports, and printing sectors also rely on them. It is due to the versatility of coatings. It can be done by altering their chemical composition and properties, with thousands of enterprises spanning the sector.

Is the sector highly valued and innovative?

The sector is among the high-revenue segments of the chemical industry. For instance, it, along with the paints sector, features a total market value of $194.5 billion. The segment has several means of maintaining its position. It includes extensive studies of the latest trends and developing innovations related to them. Often, the presentation of such studies and solutions takes place during trade expos. These tend to attract tens of thousands of participants and take place every one to two years. It allows the sector’s members to stay informed and competitive.