About Exhibition
European Coatings Show (ECS) – The gathering of the coatings and paint industry

Aesthetic, sustainable, functional, process-proof. The demands placed on paint and coatings are growing all the time. Decision-makers and thought leaders in the coatings industry face great challenges. The European Coatings Show – abbreviated to ECS 2025 – gives them the opportunity to meet the innovation leaders and discuss the latest developments in pigments, additives, adhesive and raw materials, intermediates for construction chemicals as well as laboratory and production equipment, testing and measuring equipment, application and environmental protection and safety work.
 
THE INTERNATIONAL WORLD OF PAINT AND COATINGS
The product spectrum at the European Coatings Show reflects the innovations in paint and coatings. Every two years, the formulators of paint, coatings, adhesives and sealants, producer of additives, producer of construction chemical products, industrial processors and representatives from science and research discuss the latest developments in the coatings industry.
 
JOINT ORGANIZATION BY VINCENTZ NETWORK AND NÜRNBERGMESSE
With their experience and comprehensive service, Vincentz Network and NürnbergMesse will help to ensure your lasting success at the trade fair.
 
THE EUROPEAN COATINGS SHOW SUCCESS STORY
Since its premiere under the name of “Farbe und Lack” in 1991, the European Coatings Show has developed into today’s biggest and most important event in the world for the coatings industry. The event set new records in 2023 with 1.016 exhibitors. The very large international share of 69% for exhibitors and 65% for visitors also emphasizes the importance of the European Coatings Show as the world’s leading exhibition.

Venue
Messezentrum 90471 Nürnberg

Date & Timings
Conference: 24 – 25 March 2025
Exhibition: 25 – 27 March 2025

Cycle
every two years