About this expo
The Middle East Coatings Show serves as the largest dedicated gathering for the coatings industry across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This biennial event provides a crucial platform for manufacturers, raw material suppliers, distributors, buyers, and technical specialists, including chemists and formulators, to engage in face-to-face meetings. Attendees can explore new business opportunities, gain insights into industry processes, exchange ideas with leaders, and expand their professional network within the region.
Exhibitors at the show gain significant visibility, showcasing their products and services at the forefront of the MENA coatings market. This includes opportunities to generate qualified sales leads, meet international distributors, launch new product lines, and strengthen client relationships. The event attracts a diverse professional audience, including formulators, chemists, R&D personnel, procurement managers, and top management from sectors such as construction, automotive, marine, and oil & gas.
The 2026 edition, held at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (EXPO 2020 site), will feature over 350 leading coatings brands and welcome more than 5,000 industry professionals across over 15,000 square meters of exhibition space. Core exhibit sectors span chemicals & raw materials, laboratory & packaging equipment, testing & measuring equipment, and plant & machinery.
Highlights
5 items- Over 350 leading coatings brands (2026).
- Over 5,000 industry professionals (2026).
- AUMA listed.
- Held at Dubai Exhibition Centre (EXPO 2020 site).
- Features concurrent programs: ChemTalks, Colour Mixology, and The Lab.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does the Middle East Coatings Show take place?+
The event will be held from September 28-30, 2026, at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (EXPO 2020 site) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Who organizes the Middle East Coatings Show?+
The show is organized by dmg events Middle East, a leading organizer of face-to-face events and publisher of information services.
What industries and products are covered at the show?+
The show covers the entire coatings industry, including chemicals & raw materials, laboratory & packaging equipment, testing & measuring equipment, and plant & machinery. It attracts professionals from construction, printing and packaging, architecture, furniture, marine, oil and gas, and automotive industries.
How can I attend or exhibit at the Middle East Coatings Show?+
Admission to the exhibition is free for trade and industrial professionals. Information for booking a stand is available on the official website.
Are there any specific participation rules for visitors?+
Admission is free for trade and industrial professionals. Visitors under the age of 18 will not be permitted to enter the exhibition halls.
