Latest News About Paint Expo 2026

Here’s a quick update on PaintExpo 2026 based on recent reporting.

• PaintExpo 2026 is scheduled for April 14–17, 2026 in Karlsruhe, Germany, and has already attracted substantial exhibitor interest as of the lead-up year. Reports note that around 260+ companies have secured about 10,000 square meters of space, indicating strong early momentum and space bookings well ahead of the show [system-reported summaries from trade press].[1][2][3]
• The event remains positioned as the world’s leading trade fair for industrial coating technology, with a focus on product launches, trends, and innovations in both wet painting and powder coating sectors, including participation from major equipment manufacturers and paint producers.[2][3][1]
• A visible planning detail highlighted by organizers is a refreshed show design with vibrant colors, signaling a modernized visitor experience alongside the traditional breadth of exhibitors and net-working opportunities.[2]

If you’d like, I can compile a concise exhibitor list, key themes to watch (e.g., automation, powder coating, digitalization), and potential travel planning tips for attending in Karlsruhe. I can also set up a quick one-page briefing with the latest confirmed exhibitors and a rough floor plan snapshot once you specify what you’ll be looking for (equipment suppliers, coatings, automation, etc.).

Would you like a comparison of the top exhibitors by segment or a calendar of related events around PaintExpo 2026?[3][1][2]