“8th Asia Congress — The Premier Technical Forum for Intelligent & Sustainable Paint Manufacturing

Connecting global leaders shaping the future of paint, coatings, and digital manufacturing across Asia.

September 16 – 17, 2026 Shanghai, China

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Intelligent Paintshops & AI-Enabled Manufacturing

From Automation to Intelligence — Building the Smart Paintshop

Paintshops are becoming data‑driven systems where AI, robotics, and digital twins enable predictive control and self‑optimization. This evolution defines the new benchmark for finishing performance.

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Net-Zero Paintshop Strategies & Circular Paint Manufacturing

Decarbonizing Paint Operations — From Vision to Verified Impact

Paintshops contribute the highest share of plant‑level energy demand and VOC emissions. Technical solutions for low‑enthalpy curing, solvent/water reuse, and renewable integration are essential for carbon‑neutral car‑body finishing.

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Multi-Material Surface Technologies & Next-Gen Coatings

Coating the Future — Multi-Material Integration for EVs and Beyond

Lightweight and EV body concepts bring diverse substrates—aluminum, magnesium, carbon composites— demanding new pretreatment, adhesion, and curing compatibility. The focus is advancing coating systems that ensure durability and surface appearance across mixed materials.

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Digital Quality, Data Transparency & Global Standards

Quality Reinvented — From Inspection to Insight

Automated visual analysis and plant‑wide data models now enable objective, traceable quality control. Sharing interoperable metrics ensures comparable car‑body finishing quality across global manufacturing sites.

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Collaborative Innovation & Market Integration in Asia

One Region, One Standard — Collaboration as Competitive Edge

Asia leads the global volume of car‑body finishing yet differs in digital maturity and quality standards. Shared frameworks are needed to unify technical progress and quality measurement.

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Why Attend SURCAR Asia 2026

Where knowledge becomes collaboration — and collaboration turns into progress.

1. Learn from Global Experts

Hear directly from automotive leaders pioneering intelligent paintshops and sustainable coating systems. Gain first-hand insights from OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and technology innovators who are setting new benchmarks for process excellence.

2. Discover Real Industrial Solutions

Move beyond theory. SURCAR sessions spotlight verified case studies and proven results — from AI-enabled quality control to energy-optimized paint processes and circular material reuse. Every session delivers actionable lessons from real production experiences.

3. Connect with Leaders Shaping the Future

Network with decision-makers and innovators driving Asia’s automotive transformation. Build meaningful partnerships that bridge global expertise with regional innovation.