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Jakarta, Indonesia – As the Asia Pacific coatings industry continues its rapid expansion driven by urbanization, infrastructure investment, and growing demand for sustainable coating solutions, SidleyChem is pleased to announce its participation in the Asia Pacific Coatings Show 2026 (APCS) , the region’s largest and most influential event for the coatings industry. The exhibition will take place from August 26 to 28, 2026, at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) in Jakarta, Indonesia. SidleyChem will welcome visitors at Booth E42, presenting its comprehensive portfolio of high-performance coating additives and functional solutions tailored for the Asia Pacific and global markets.

About Asia Pacific Coatings Show 2026

Now in its 36th year since its inaugural edition in 1990, the Asia Pacific Coatings Show has established itself as the longest-running and most influential event for the coatings community in the region. Organized by dmg events – a global leader in trade exhibitions with over 115 events in more than 25 countries – the 2026 edition is being held in collaboration with PT. Royalindo Expoduta, marking a major milestone in the show’s regional development strategy.

The 2026 edition is expected to feature more than 170 exhibiting brands from over 15 countries, attracting over 4,500 industry professionals from across the coatings supply chain. Participating companies represent the full spectrum of the industry, including raw material suppliers, equipment manufacturers, paint producers, distributors, and technical specialists. Key themes throughout the three-day event include sustainable formulation technologies, low-VOC and waterborne systems, innovative raw materials, and the latest trends shaping the future of the coatings industry. Running alongside the exhibition, the ChemTalks program will feature technical and commercial presentations, giving exhibitors an opportunity to showcase new products, formulation expertise, and solutions addressing evolving market needs. The event will also feature Colour Mixology, an interactive experience developed in collaboration with Trycolors, allowing visitors to experiment digitally with paint mixing and color exploration.

SidleyChem at Booth E42: Tailored Additive Solutions for the Asia Pacific Market

At Booth E42, SidleyChem’s technical and sales teams will present a focused and comprehensive product portfolio specifically developed to address the formulation challenges and performance requirements of coatings manufacturers across the Asia Pacific region. Drawing on extensive experience in providing additive solutions for diverse climatic and application conditions, SidleyChem will showcase solutions covering key application areas including architectural paints, industrial coatings, adhesives, and construction chemicals.

The featured product range includes cellulose ethers (HPMC, HEC, CMC) delivering excellent water retention, thickening efficiency, and sag resistance for water-based paints, texture coatings, putties, and tile adhesives; redispersible polymer powders (RDP) for enhanced adhesion, flexibility, weather resistance, and durability in exterior insulation finishing systems, waterproofing membranes, and repair mortars; functional additives including silicone hydrophobic powders for water repellency, defoamers for foam control, air-entraining agents, and set-accelerating and retarding agents for precise formulation control; as well as anti-cracking and reinforcement materials such as polypropylene fibers and powdered cellulose for improved structural integrity in coating and mortar systems.

All SidleyChem products are manufactured to high quality standards and benchmarked against leading international brands, enabling formulators to achieve reliable performance and cost-effective solutions while meeting evolving sustainability and regulatory requirements.

Meet SidleyChem in Jakarta

SidleyChem extends a warm invitation to all attendees of the Asia Pacific Coatings Show 2026 to visit Booth E42 and explore how its innovative additive technologies can add value to coating products and formulations. The company’s application specialists will be available on-site to discuss formulation optimization, product selection, customized solutions, and technical support tailored to specific production needs.

Event Details:

• Exhibition: Asia Pacific Coatings Show 2026 (APCS)

• Dates: August 26–28, 2026

• Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Wednesday & Thursday), 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Friday)

• Venue: Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo), Jakarta, Indonesia

• Booth: E42

For more information or to schedule a meeting during the exhibition, please contact the SidleyChem sales team at [email protected] or visit www.sidleychem.com.