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Africa Coatings Expo – Western Africa Edition

SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2026 | LAGOS, NIGERIA

 

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Showcasing Innovation, Sustainability & Industry Growth in Western Africa’s Paints and Coatings Industry

Africa Coatings Expo Nigeria & Western Africa editionpart of Africa Chemicals Expo (AFRICHEM Expo) is the region’s leading trade platforms dedicated to the paints, coatings, and surface treatment sectors, bringing together investors, managers and professionals from the manufacturing, construction, automotive, industrial, and chemical industries.

The B2B regional event is attended by the following key stakeholders:

  • Coatings manufacturers and distributors

  • Chemical & raw material suppliers

  • Paint formulators and R&D professionals

  • Contractors, architects, real estate developers

  • Automotive and industrial players

  • Regulatory authorities and certification bodies

Held annually in Lagos, Nigeria, the expo offers unmatched access to Western Africa’s high-growth coatings market.

The event will feature a number of unique features, providing a 360-degree view to sponsors, exhibitors and attendees, including:

  • Exhibition Hall – Showcasing the latest technologies, products and services from global, regional and local manufacturers and distributors
  • Technical Masterclasses – Skills training and regulatory capacity building at the East Africa Coatings Innovation Forum

  • CEO & Investors Forum & Policy Roundtables – Strategic dialogues and deal making sessions, plus Government and regulatory harmonisation meetings

  • Innovation Hub – Sportlighting “Made in Africa” Manufacturer Showcase and R&D breakthroughs from local manufacturers and innovators

Nigeria and Western Africa’s coatings market is on a growth trajectory, driven by rapid urbanization and infrastructure development; rising demand for protective, decorative, and industrial coatings; an expanding middle class and consumer purchasing power; and an increasingly sophisticated local manufacturing sector – for local and regional markets.

KEY THEMATIC ISSUES

Africa Coatings Expo events cover the following key issues impacting the industry in Africa . . .

Manufacturing & Packaging Technology

Machinery, packaging, automation, operational excellence

Raw Materials & Ingredients Supply

Local production, global sourcing, import substitution

Safety, Regulatory & Quality Assurance

Standards, safety, good manfacturing practice, compliance, harmonnisation

Sustainability, Research & Development

Innovation, sustainable production and packaging, environmental compliance

Investments & Financing

Funding models, government incentives, public-private partnerships

Workforce Development

Training, capacity building, curriculum development

KEY NUMBERS FOR YOU

75+

Sponsors & Exhibitors across the 6 co-located events, covering food & beverage, pharma, packaging and more

5000+

Visitors & Conference delegates across the 6 co-located events

80+

Countries represented from Africa and the World

WHAT'S ON SHOW AT THE EXPO?

Africa Coatings Expo – part AFRICHEM Expo events – showcase the latest technolgies, products and services across the paints, coatings and surface treatment industry sectors, including . . .

Raw Materials & Ingredients

Binders, resins, pigments, fillers, additives, dispersing agents, solvents; Bio-based and recyclable raw materials

Packaging + Production Equipment & Technology

Mixers, mills, reactors, filling machines, packaging and automation systems; packaging materials and supplies

Laboratory & Testing Equipment

Quality control, viscosity and thickness testers, color matching and environmental compliance tools

Finished Paints & Coating Products + Green Solutions

Decorative paints, industrial coatings, marine coatings, powder coatings, automotive refinishes, wood coatings; Low-VOC and water-based solutions

Surface Preparation & Application Equipment

Sprayers, brushes, rollers, abrasives, sandblasting and corrosion protection systems

Financial, ICT, Utilities, Logistics, Renewable Energy, Training & Consultancy and other Services

Banking and insurance; training and consultancy; utilities, renewable energy, logistics and other services; water and waste management, ICT and software solutions

FOR SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS

SIGN UP TODAY TO TAKE YOUR BOOTH SPACE AT THE 2026 EDITION!

Africa Coatings Expo Western Africa Edition opens the door to the fast-growing economies of Western Africa, including Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone and many more.

As the largest coatings industry event to be hosted in the region, the trade show and conference enables you to showcase your latest technologies and products and demonstrate your leadership – better than any other event.

LOCATION

The 2026 edition of of the event will be hosted in Lagos, Nigeria

VENUE: Lagos, Nigeria

SHOW TIMINGS

DAY 1: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 | 09.00-18.00 HOURS

DAY 2: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 | 09.00-18.00 HOURS

DAY 3: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 | 09.00-18.00 HOURS

CONFIRMED SPONSORS

Contact the organisers for sponsorship and exhibition opportunities

ORGANISED BY

Africa Coatings Expos are the leading trade shows and conferences for the coatings, paints and surface treatment industry in sub-Saharan Africa.

The Expos are part of the larger Africa CHEMICALS Expos (AFRICHEM Expos) - the No.1 International Trade shows for the Chemicals Industry in Africa

THE EDITIONS

Kenya & Eastern Africa Edition

Nigeria & Western Africa Edition

CONTACT THE ORGANISERS

FW Brands MEA

P.O. Box 1874-00621, Nairobi, Kenya

Email: info(at)fwbrandsmea.com

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(+254) 725 34 39 32