The development of new materials is a fundamental pillar for the evolution of industrial sectors such as automotive, aeronautics, consumer electronics, infrastructure and healthcare. Research and innovation are essential to improve additives, coatings, resins, paints and inks, optimize processes, and improve processes. Research and innovation are essential to improve additives, coatings, resins, paints and inks, optimize processes, increase efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of the industry.

In this context, the Basque technology centre Tekniker has shown its latest advances in additives, coatings, resins, paints, inks and their characterisation at the European Coatings Show 2025, which took place from March 25 to 27, 2025 in the German city of Nuremberg. The European Coatings Show is the premier trade fair for the coatings industry, organised by Vincentz Network and NürnbergMesse which has brought together manufacturers, distributors and professionals from Europe to explore the latest trends in the sector.

At the European Coatings Show 2025, Tekniker presented at its stand a demonstrator of the research work on smart nanoparticles that it is carrying out within the framework of the RELIANCE project, which is led by them. The action ending in 2026, aims to find a more efficient, cost-effective and safer alternative to the use of traditional biocides in coatings, which is effective in eliminating bacteria, fungi and viruses. Tekniker had also presented their work in another EU-funded project under Horizon Europe program – Nanobloc. - where antimicrobial coatings are also developed for filters, textiles and high-traffic surfaces.

Tekniker's offer at the fair was complemented by its know-how in additives, resins, adhesives, inks and coatings. See more here: Tekniker presenta innovaciones en materiales avanzados en el European Coatings Show 2025