Shaping the Future
			of a Dynamic Industry
		The Global Strategy and Networking Forum for Senior Coatings Executives
		15 - 17 February 2009 | Munich, Germany

 Welcome

The coatings industry continues to evolve while several key issues continue to impact large and small manufacturers alike, but in new guises, presenting new challenges of regulations, consolidation, flat markets and growth opportunities. Pragmatic technologic solutions, strategic partnerships and regions of dynamic growth have provided prime opportunities in this dynamic industry. Coatings companies have learned their lessons; they innovate relentlessly, upgrade their service and cross many borders in the global marketplace.

These strategic initiatives raise the bar for any leader in the coatings industry. Decisions are increasingly based on a complex web of data, experience and vision. The Coatings Summit, launched in 2003 and fine-tuned in 2005 and 2007, will again address these demands in a globally unique fashion.

Distinguished speakers from Asia, America and Europe will share their vision, their strategic thinking and their success stories. They will look into dynamic markets and emerging issues, they will tackle the intricacies of manufacturing and marketing strategies, they will set out to inspire.

Building upon the success of previous events, The Coatings Summit 2009 will be jointly hosted by the International Paint and Printing Ink Council (IPPIC), and Vincentz Network.

IPPIC The International Paint and Printing Ink Council. Member Associations: ABRAFATI Brazilian Paint Manufacturers Association · ANAFAPYT Mexican Paint and Printing Ink Manufacturers Association · APMF Australian Paint Manufacturers Federation · CEPE European Council of the Paint, Printing Ink and Artists Colours Industry · CNCIA China National Coatings Industrial Association · CPCA Canadian Paint and Coatings Association · FIPEC French Paint Industry Association · IPA Indian Paint Association · JPMA Japan Paint Manufacturers Association · NAPIM National Association of Printing Ink Manufacturers · NPCA National Paint and Coatings Association · VdL German Paint Industry Association