Dave Savastano, Contributing Editor01.15.13
The Chinese paint, coatings and ink markets continue to enjoy strong growth, and global suppliers are working hard to reach this ever-expanding market. It comes as no surprise that CHINACOAT (The China International Exhibition for Coatings, Printing Inks and Adhesives) 2012, which was held in Guangzhou, China from November 28-30, once again had huge increases in attendance and exhibitors.
Organized by Hong Kong-based Sinostar International Ltd., CHINACOAT has continuously expanded since it was formed in 1996. On even years, CHINACOAT is held in Guangzhou; in odd years, the show meets in Shanghai. The show is one of the largest global coatings shows, and Raymond Ho, director of Sinostar International Ltd., said that CHINACOAT 2012 far exceeded expectations.
“After three busy days, CHINACOAT 2012 was concluded with excellent results despite the financial crisis in Europe and global economic slowdown,” Ho said. “This outcome exceeded my expectation. Not only the exhibitors but also the trade visitors experienced a truly super show – with good visitor traffic, fantastic technology innovations, and interesting delivery for curren
Organized by Hong Kong-based Sinostar International Ltd., CHINACOAT has continuously expanded since it was formed in 1996. On even years, CHINACOAT is held in Guangzhou; in odd years, the show meets in Shanghai. The show is one of the largest global coatings shows, and Raymond Ho, director of Sinostar International Ltd., said that CHINACOAT 2012 far exceeded expectations.
“After three busy days, CHINACOAT 2012 was concluded with excellent results despite the financial crisis in Europe and global economic slowdown,” Ho said. “This outcome exceeded my expectation. Not only the exhibitors but also the trade visitors experienced a truly super show – with good visitor traffic, fantastic technology innovations, and interesting delivery for curren
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