Why attend? FutureCoat! is the industry's state-of-the-art technical conference. This key educational event, a complement to the American Coatings Conference, explores the most innovative methodologies and applications shaping the coatings industry. Presentations by leading industry experts bridge the gap between the latest research and development and the actual implementation that will direct the future of the industry. The Advancements in Coatings Series (ACSeries) focus on the latest technological innovations in the coatings field and allied industries. They offer detailed analysis on specific areas of coatings technology and are geared to a global audience. These in-depth conferences feature cutting-edge paper presentations, supplier exhibits, and networking opportunities. Be there and don't loose the opportunity.

Why attend? Wood continues to be a highly attractive material, being renewable and "natural", with the potential for high aesthetic value and originality. The congress will facilitate innovation in the formulation of woodcoatings - interior and exterior - that enhance or preserve natural wood and modified wood materials. It will provide a unique forum for suppliers to talk with coating manufacturers and for manufacturers to enhance their formulation expertise.

Why attend? The Congress provides the ideal opportunity to meet and network with specially invited, leading industry figures from the major paint manufacturing companies in the Maghreb region; eager to mix with their peers in a friendly and conducive environment, the North African Coatings Congress sets the perfect meeting backdrop for you to do business. Suppliers of raw material, production and test equipment used in the manufacture of paints, inks, lacquers, wood and powder coatings can benefit from being one of only a select number of businesses taking part. This event offers you the opportunity to exhibit and present to the decision makers within the Maghreb region.

Why attend? Innovation is the only way to sustain a competitive edge for chemical companies in developed economies. Marketing is playing a growing role in the success of Leading Chemical Companies. It helps to invent new products, processes or business models. If you want to learn how others have achieved success with innovations and successfully commercializing them, then you cannot afford to miss this action-packed conference with lively case studies and reports.

Why attend? In the highly challenging and ever-changing environment of today’s chemical industry, the effectiveness of the commercial area (sales, marketing, and customer service) is the most efficient way to increase revenues and is critical to successfully differentiating a company from its competitors.Learning from the commercial success of others and networking to establish the right business partners can impact the performance of a company for years to come. Yet this is a subject rarely covered exclusively for the chemical industry.This Forum will enable participants to share best practices and benchmark with industry-wide experts. Case studies and interactive discussions from senior executives representing some of the world’s leading chemical companies will explore the key differentiators that are used to create a unique company perception in the mind of the customer.

Why attend? The Turkish chemical industry accounts for 1.7% of global import and 1% of global trade, with USD 6.6 billion exports, USD 39.5 billion imports, and USD 46 billion trade volume. This is why Turkchem and Turkcoat are indispensable platforms for the Turkish chemical industry.

Why attend? Join to learn about hot topics in the shipping industry, including the latest developments related to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Performance Standard for Protective Coatings (PSPC). In a beautiful setting near the Haeundae Beach, take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about updates in regulations, inspection, ballast water treatment, CO2 emissions, and soluble salt measurement technology. From the keynote address by Dave Iwamoto to the final review of the PSPC, this International Marine Coatings Summit promises innovative ideas to energize you as you implement new technologies and face new challenges in your business.

Why attend? It offers a new kind of business-to-business experience, targeting senior level coatings buyers and specifiers from Central and Eastern Europe. It will provide a unique opportunity to meet and network with specially invited, leading industry figures from the major paint manufacturing companies. The ideal assembly for meeting customers, discussing industry issues, upgrading your knowledge and above all to meet the leading decision makers from the Polish coatings industry.

Why attend? Currently the third largest chemical producer, China ranks first as an importer of chemicals globally. The completion of current petrochemical and downstream projects has significantly boosted China’s ranking as a chemical producer, yet its need for chemical imports is likely to continue. Indeed, by 2010, China is set to become the world’s second largest consumer of polymers after USA. In the coatings sector, China today is the world’s second largest paint producer and is also the world's largest producer of powder coatings. With its population of 1.4 billion and coatings growth of at least 12% per year, this boundless and expanding market provides challenges and opportunities for all players seeking new customers or partners. Come to Guangzhou, explore the dynamics of a growing market and boldly showcase your newest products!

Why attend? INDIA INTERNATIONAL COATINGS SHOW is an exhibition dedicated to the Indian and International Coatings & paint industry. It is an excellent marketing opportunity for the coating manufacturers, raw material/packing material suppliers, machinery and equipment manufacturers, testing instruments manufacturers, safety and environment control advisors/equipment manufacturers, coatings user industries, software providers etc. The exhibition aims to meet current needs by bringing both the national and the international players together. Over the years, with the growing emphasis on architectural and aesthetic design, the Paints and Coatings Industry has become a major business opportunity. The growing importance of impressive presentation and the need for quality further necessitates the need for large scale exposure to Coatings Industry. India International Coatings Show 2009 aims to attract a diverse cross-section of the Industry to further boost its prospects.

Why attend? To gain understanding of latest advancements and regulations to be followed in the formulation of paints and coatings with the changing scenario. Good opportunity to discuss the latest industry developments and innovations and to network with senior personnel from the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of raw materials, test and production equipment for the coatings industry.

Why attend? Good opportunity to discuss the latest industry developments and innovations and to network with senior personnel from the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of raw materials, test and production equipment for the coatings industry.

Why attend? Attend to see the innovations from the paint and coatings industry, Nuremberg gives you as producer or service provider excellent opportunities for offering your customers an optimum look into the future and presenting your products in a top international setting, In short it gives concentrated information exchange at top level.

Why attend? The Asia Coatings Congress 2009 provides the ideal opportunity to meet prospective contacts in this fast expanding market. Excellant opportunity to learn and upgrade your knowledge about inks, paints and coatings and to meet meet with managers and technicians from Asia’s paint and ink manufacturing sectors.

Why attend? China, the second largest country of coating production and consumption, has maintained its production growth rate at above 20%. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the coating production of the first ten months in 2007 has reached a record of 4.92 million tons, which accounted for 24.8 % in Guangdong Province. Moreover, activities such as Beijing Olympic Games 2008, Shanghai World Expo and Guangzhou Asian Games in 2010 will comprehensively impels the coating industry for huge development in China. It is one of the best business platform for international suppliers to consolidate and expand their market in China. In the 8th COATEXPO which is going to be held on 18-20 May 2009, over a hundred of members will participate in the show under the organizing of Guangdong Coating Industrial Association and Shunde Coating Chamber of Commerce,Coincided with the 20th anniversary of Guangdong Coating Industry Association, the 8th COATEXPO will become a pageant with larger scale and more variety.

Why attend? The 12th Annual International Coatings for Plastics Symposium will begin searching for the latest topics and most talked about subjects for 2009, exploring emerging trends in the coatings for plastics industry and defining technologies that will have an impact on the industry's future. This 2-day technical symposium, with a welcoming reception opening the conference on Monday night, will touch on the latest trends in coatings for plastics in manufacturing today. The event will feature 35-minute paper presentations with your industry professionals. In addition, suppliers will be invited to showcase their products and services related to this area through tabletop exhibits.

Why attend? It is one of the most effective mediums for establishing and maintaining customer relations also the best opportunity for buyers and sellers to come together to launch new products and services in the fast changing coatings industry and to gain a better understanding of the new technologies and innovations related to coatings industry.