Connecting the world of Coatings
EXHIBITIONS | CONFERENCES | INDUSTRY INTELLIGENCE
Successfully run event editions
100+
Experience in sharing industry knowledge
140+ years
Connecting the coatings industry valued at
US$ 155bn
Coatings Group has established itself as a pioneer in coatings exhibitions, publishing and conferences on a global scale. With over 100 successful face-to-face coatings event editions worldwide, the Coatings Group continues to showcase innovation and excellence in the coatings industry.
Coatings Group carries on the traditions of its two long standing and dedicated publications, Polymers Paint Colour Journal (PPCJ) and Asia Pacific Coatings Journal, which are easily accessible to online readers. Committed to excellence and devoted to supporting the coatings community, the Coatings Group remains a significant influencer in driving advancements and nurturing relationships within the industry.
In the dynamic markets of Asia, the Middle East and Africa, the Coatings Group organizes events tailored to showcase the latest coatings products and solutions that meet the environmental, manufacturing, and industrial needs of these regions.
Our events serve as a valuable platform for building relationships with a diverse customer base, encompassing current clients and potential ones. The face-to-face interactions at our events often lead to fruitful business partnerships and significant connections that can propel your business towards greater achievements.
In today's rapidly changing landscape, we recognise the significance of rebuilding and securing connections. By joining our events, you not only stay updated on the latest products and solutions but also position your business at the forefront of growth and innovation.
23-25 FEBRUARY 2025
EGYPT INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION CENTER, CAIRO
The Egypt Coatings Show is renowned as the leading coatings trade exhibition in Egypt, bringing together industry professionals.
13-15 MAY 2025
DHAHRAN EXPO, DAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA
Saudi Arabia Coatings Show is the only live and in-person gathering for raw material and service suppliers, equipment and paint manufacturers in the coatings industry in Saudi Arabia.
2-4 JULY 2025
LANDMARK CENTRE, LAGOS, NIGERIA
The West Africa Coatings Show is the only dedicated coatings trade exhibition in West Africa that will bring the coatings industry together.
3-5 SEPTEMBER 2025
BANGKOK INTERNATIONAL TRADE & EXHIBITION CENTRE, BANGKOK, THAILAND
The Asia Pacific Coatings Show is the leading event in South East Asia and the Pacific Rim for the coatings industry.
14-16 APRIL 2026
DUBAI WORLD TRADE CENTRE
The Middle East Coatings Show has established itself as the leading trade event dedicated to the coatings industry in the MENA region.
24-26 JUNE 2026
SANDTON CONVENTION CENTRE
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
Coatings For Africa has established itself as the leading trade event dedicated to the coatings industry in the African region.
Polymers Paint Colour Journal (PPCJ) provides you with up-to-date information online, including international news, special supplements, such as Going Green and technical articles on research and development within the coatings industry.
We have experts in their respective fields, writing regular columns and, as The Coatings Group we organise international shows and conferences to meet your needs to learn, first-hand, about innovations and developments in the coatings sector.
We are committed to providing information that will keep you at the forefront of the market.
"It presented an excellent chance to discover new products and technology, engage with our suppliers and potential clients, and establish connections within the coatings community in the Asia Pacific region. It was an impressive edition of the Asia Pacific Coatings Show and we look forward to returning for the next edition."
ISC South Asia Pacific Director, Akzonobel
"It has been an amazing experience at the Asia Pacific Coatings Show so far. The event has given us the perfect opportunity to network with suppliers, future clients, and industry experts as well as engage in technical conversations and offer solutions."
Managing Director, Bühler Group
“Key industry exhibitions like this are important to us. Our exhibition stand at the Middle East Coatings Show is our ‘shop front’ that helps to raise awareness about our business and promotes our pigment products and our brands. It’s also an excellent meeting place – offering us an opportunity to talk to existing and potential customers in the region over a concentrated period of time.”
Marketing Director, Lomon Billions
“We were able to generate positive, good potential leads and interact with our existing clients who visited us. We are happy with the amount of prospected business that we procured at the show. For this year, the most important reason to attend the exhibition was face-to-face meetings with clients and potential clients.”
Area Sales Manager, Bühler Malaysia
“We have been exhibiting since it started back in 1995 and having both our principals and customers here at the same time helped us to have many successful discussions, besides getting new leads.”
General Manager, RMCS - Raw Materials Centre of Supply
“As a global organisation operating in over 15 countries in the paint, coatings and ink industry - the Inkmaker Group depends on quality reporting, informed industry intelligence, that we can trust, and Polymers Paint Colour Journal and Asia Pacific Coatings Journal are unquestionably amongst the top publications on our list.”
Global Director of Branding and Marcom, Inkmaker Group
“It was a great opportunity to find out about new products, meet our suppliers and potential clients and connect with the coatings community in Saudi Arabia. It was an impressive first edition of the Saudi Arabia Coatings Show and we look forward to returning for the next edition.”
Production Manager, Riyadh Paints
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