Africa Coatings Expo – Western Africa Edition
SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2026 | LAGOS, NIGERIA
WELCOME TO LAGOS, NIGERIA
Showcasing Innovation, Sustainability & Industry Growth in Western Africa’s Paints and Coatings Industry
Africa Coatings Expo Nigeria & Western Africa edition – part 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:
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Coatings manufacturers and distributors
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Chemical & raw material suppliers
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Paint formulators and R&D professionals
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Contractors, architects, real estate developers
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Automotive and industrial players
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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
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Technical Masterclasses – Skills training and regulatory capacity building at the East Africa Coatings Innovation Forum
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CEO & Investors Forum & Policy Roundtables – Strategic dialogues and deal making sessions, plus Government and regulatory harmonisation meetings
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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
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
Call / WhatsApp No:
(+254) 725 34 39 32

