Surface, Coating Show 2026 is a premier event focused on surface engineering, preparation, coatings, finishing, corrosion protection, environmental engineering, and advanced technologies.
The Expo will serve as a dedicated platform to showcase the latest innovations, technologies, and sustainable solutions in surface treatment, industrial coatings, and paint applications. It aims to bring together industry leaders, manufacturers, suppliers, and end-users from diverse sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, infrastructure, and engineering, to explore opportunities, foster collaborations, and drive sustainable growth in surface and coating technologies.
Greetings!
On behalf of the Steering Committee for CII Western Region Surface Coating Show
2026,
it gives me
immense pleasure to welcome you to the CII Western Region Surface Coating Show
2026,
being organised
along with Electroplating India 2026 and Bondtech India
2026 in Pune, India.
The surface coating, electroplating, and industrial bonding industries are today playing a critical role in the growth of automotive, EV, infrastructure, engineering, aerospace, railways, electronics, and advanced manufacturing sectors. Rapid advancements in sustainability, automation, corrosion protection, and smart / multifunctional materials are transforming the future of industrial manufacturing.
The CII Western Region Surface Coating Show 2026 is envisioned as a focused industry platform bringing together:
I sincerely thank all Steering Committee Members, sponsors, exhibitors, delegates, academic partners, association partners and media partners for their support towards this important initiative. We are delighted to host the event in Pune, one of India’s leading manufacturing and engineering hubs, with a strong presence across automotive, engineering, chemicals, fabrication, and industrial technologies. The event will feature a comprehensive exhibition and an industry-led conference covering key themes such as:
The platform will also encourage collaboration between industry and
academia, supporting innovation, skill development, and future talent creation.
I encourage all participants to actively engage with exhibitors, attend the technical
sessions, explore new technologies, and build meaningful industry partnerships.
The CII Western Region Surface Coating Show 2026 is a perfect platform for innovation,
collaboration,
and future industry growth.
I wish you all a highly productive and enriching experience, and I look forward to welcoming
you to Pune, India.
Thank you.
Western India is fast emerging as the powerhouse of surface engineering and coatings demand. With its vibrant automotive, auto component, petrochemical, chemical, infrastructure, and real estate clusters, the region is witnessing strong growth in coatings, paints, and protective systems.
Recent market studies reveal that Western India contributes the largest share both in value and volume to the national coatings market, driven by industrial investments, infrastructure expansion, and increasing adoption of advanced, high-performance coating technologies.
The global industrial coatings market was valued at USD 94 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4% through 2030. In contrast, the Indian market is growing at an impressive CAGR of 9% through 2030, propelled by rapid industrialisation, automotive growth, infrastructure development, and urbanisation.
The Asia-Pacific region leads the global market, contributing over 42-43% of total revenue.
India’s paints & coatings market, valued at approximately USD 9.6 billion in 2024, is projected to reach USD 16 billion by 2030. The decorative paint segment accounts for nearly 75% of the market, while industrial coatings make up the remaining 25%, reflecting strong demand across both residential and industrial applications.
CII Western Region Surface Coating Show 2026 will feature over 170+ domestic and international exhibitors, more than 8,000+ focused business visitors, and 300+ conference delegates. Spread across 40,000+ square feet of exhibition space, the event will include live technology demonstrations, new product launches, buyer-seller meetings, and high-value networking sessions.
Together, these elements create a powerful platform for business development, knowledge sharing, and industry collaboration.
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Western Region is pleased to announce the Surface, Coating Show 2026, focused on Surface Engineering, Preparation, Coatings, Finishing, Corrosion Protection, Environmental Engineering, and Technologies.
This flagship event and international conference will bring together the entire value chain of the surface, coatings, and paint industry, including manufacturers, distributors, solution providers, traders, end-users, researchers, and policymakers from across the globe.
It will serve as a dynamic platform to network, exchange knowledge, explore emerging technologies, and foster new business collaborations.
Electroplating
India 2026, The Premier Showcase for Electroplating
Technologies
Electroplating India 2026 is a dedicated showcase
for electroplating, metal finishing, and surface treatment technologies. The event will
highlight innovations in corrosion prevention, pretreatment chemicals, electrochemical
processes, and industrial cleaning solutions. It provides a focused platform for
suppliers and users to explore technologies that improve product durability,
performance, and efficiency.
Bondtech India
2026, Adhesives, Sealants & Joining Technologies
Bondtech
India 2026 is India’s emerging platform for adhesives, sealants, and advanced joining
technologies. The show will feature high-performance bonding solutions used across
automotive, electronics, construction, packaging, and aerospace applications. It
connects manufacturers, technology providers, and end users seeking reliable and
efficient assembly solutions.
CII Western Region Surface Coating Show 2026 offers direct access to senior decision-makers, including OEM buyers, plant heads, procurement teams, and technical professionals. Exhibitors can showcase new products, demonstrate advanced technologies, and engage with highly targeted visitors who are actively evaluating solutions.
The event is designed to generate quality business leads, expand distribution networks, and create opportunities for strategic partnerships. It also strengthens brand visibility by positioning participating companies alongside industry leaders and innovators.
The event will attract a diverse mix of exhibitors from across the coatings and manufacturing ecosystem. Participants will include paint and coating manufacturers, powder coating companies, electroplating technology providers, adhesive and sealant manufacturers, chemical suppliers, equipment makers, automation specialists, and testing and inspection companies.
This broad exhibitor base ensures visitors gain access to the latest products, technologies, and services from across the industry.
CII Western Region Surface Coating Show 2026 will welcome professionals from industries such as automotive and EV, aerospace, railways, infrastructure, electronics, engineering, oil and gas, Shipbuilding and marine, Agriculture, and consumer durables.
Attendees will include CEOs, business owners, procurement heads, plant managers, manufacturing professionals, quality teams, R&D specialists, and technical consultants. The event is designed to connect solution providers with decision-makers who influence purchasing and technology adoption.
The exhibition will showcase the full spectrum of technologies and solutions across the surface engineering value chain. Key segments include industrial, powder, protective, decorative, and functional coatings, along with electroplating, pretreatment, corrosion protection, and surface preparation systems.
The show will also feature structural adhesives, sealants, bonding technologies, inks, paints, Nanotechnology, spray systems, robotics, automation, testing equipment, and a broad range of chemicals and raw materials such as resins, pigments, additives, and specialty chemicals.
Pune is one of India’s most important industrial and engineering centres, with a strong presence of automotive, EV, manufacturing, and automation companies. The city offers excellent connectivity and easy access to Western India’s industrial corridor, including Mumbai and Gujarat.
Its robust industrial ecosystem makes Pune an ideal destination for a focused business platform serving the surface treatment, coatings, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
The concurrent conference will bring together industry leaders, global technology experts, policymakers, and manufacturing professionals to discuss the trends shaping the future of surface engineering.
Key themes will include sustainable and low-VOC coatings, smart and nano coatings, corrosion management, advanced electrochemical processes, EV bonding applications, lightweight material joining, robotics, Industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing. The conference will provide valuable insights into emerging technologies and evolving industry requirements.
We are proud to partner with industry leaders who share our vision for innovation and sustainability in surface & coating technologies.
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the development of India, partnering Industry, Government and civil society through advisory and consultative processes.
For more than 130 years, CII has been engaged in shaping India’s development journey and works proactively on transforming Indian Industry’s engagement in national development. With its extensive network across the country and the world, CII serves as a reference point for Indian industry and the international business community.
In the journey of India’s economic resurgence, CII facilitates the multifaceted contributions of the Indian Industry, charting a path towards a prosperous and sustainable future. With this backdrop, CII has identified “Accelerating Competitiveness: Growth, Resilience, Inclusion, Sustainability, Trust” as its theme for 2026-27, prioritising five key pillars. During the year, CII will align its policy advocacy, institutional initiatives, partnerships, and outreach to support Indian industry in strengthening these five interconnected pillars of competitiveness.
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