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Upcoming Trade Shows in for Coatings

Formex 2025, Stockholm, Sweden
26 - 28 Aug 2025

BITE Stockholm 2025, Stockholm, Sweden
29 - 30 Sep 2025

Elmia Subcontractor 2025, Jönköping, Sweden
11 - 13 Nov 2025

Stockholm Furniture Fair 2026, Stockholm, Sweden
3 - 7 Feb 2026

NORDBYGG 2026, Stockholm, Sweden
21 - 24 Apr 2026

ELMIA LASTBIL - THE TRUCK EXHIBITION 2026, Jönköping, Sweden
19 - 22 Aug 2026

Elmia Wood 2027, Jönköping, Sweden
20 - 22 May 2027

ScanPack 2027, Göteborg, Sweden
26 - 29 Oct 2027

ECOC 2017, Göteborg, Sweden
Coming soon

Passenger Terminal EXPO 2018, Stockholm, Sweden
Coming soon
In recent years, sustainability has become a central problem that’s driven innovations within the coatings industry. Demand for eco-friendly solutions has risen considerably over the last decade. Green coatings, formulated to minimize waste, eliminate harmful ingredients, and reduce carbon footprint, are at the forefront of this transformative trend. These coatings represent the future as they utilize renewable or recycled materials. The green coatings market is projected to exceed $202 billion by 2032, which further drives the point that sustainable alternatives are the brand new frontier. Particularly prevalent in the architecture sector, this trend is reshaping traditional coating methods and designs as businesses increasingly adopt water-based and powder coatings.
Powder coatings, preferred for their efficiency, minimal waste and value proposition, are gaining traction across various industries, notably manufacturing. Offering rapid application and devoid of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and solvents, powder coatings hit the sweet spot of being environmentally friendly and delivering high performance. Similarly, waterborne coatings are engineered to eliminate VOCs, mitigating air pollution and enhancing safety. Non-flammable due to the absence of solvents, waterborne coatings offer improved safety profiles compared to conventional alternatives. Beyond their environmental merits, green coatings offer tangible benefits, including enhanced performance, cost savings and alignment with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives and regulations.
In tandem with the sustainability trend, there is a heightened focus on coating safety, encompassing the well-being of customers, users and workers. Coating developers are prioritizing the removal of potentially harmful ingredients, such as VOCs, from their formulations, aligning with evolving industry standards and regulatory requirements. By embracing green and safe coatings, businesses are not only safeguarding human health and the environment but future-proofing their operations in an increasingly eco-conscious marketplace. As these trends continue to gain momentum, the coatings industry charts a greener, safer, and more sustainable future.
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