ABOUT THE FAIR
SURFEXis an international trade fair for coatings and surface treatments, held annually at the prestigious Poznań International Fairgrounds in Poznań, Poland. The name “SURFEX” stands for “Surface Finishing Exhibition” and highlights the fair’s clear focus on innovative technologies for the treatment, refinement, and optimization of surfaces across a wide range of industrial applications. The event is organized by mtp Grupa, one of the leading trade fair organizers in Central and Eastern Europe, renowned for its professional execution and the international standing of its industry platforms.
SURFEX is not a conventional industrial fair, but a highly specialized platform offering industry professionals practical insights, the latest innovations, and high-quality business networking opportunities. It forms part of ITM Industry Europe – one of Poland’s largest industrial fairs – which showcases the entire manufacturing value chain, from metalworking to automation. Within this framework, SURFEX plays a central role: it brings together companies, engineers, technicians, and decision-makers from sectors such as mechanical engineering, the automotive industry, aerospace, electronics, and plastics processing.
In terms of content, SURFEX covers the full spectrum of modern surface technologies. The focus includes processes for metal cleaning, thermal and thermochemical treatments, electrolytic coatings, painting and enameling techniques, as well as polymer-based coatings for plastics and rubber. The exhibition is complemented by high-precision measurement and testing systems for quality assurance, along with environmentally friendly solutions for sustainable surface processing—topics that are gaining importance amid growing environmental regulations.
The fair offers visitors a unique combination of technical depth and hands-on experience. Live demonstrations of state-of-the-art machinery and processes allow attendees to see technologies in action—an essential feature for those who want more than just information and are looking to compare, test, and make well-informed investment decisions. Expert presentations and networking events round out the exhibition experience.
Exhibitors come from an international background, primarily representing the fields of mechanical and plant engineering, chemistry, materials science, and automation. SURFEX is specifically aimed at industry professionals—such as production managers, engineers, researchers, technicians, and decision-makers—seeking concrete solutions for their applications. Thanks to its thematic precision and close ties to industrial processes, the fair is regarded as a key meeting point for experts from across Europe.
The modern Poznań International Fair venue offers a central location, excellent transport links, and infrastructure that meets international standards. The city of Poznań itself is a major industrial hub with a strong technological profile—ideal conditions for a trade fair that brings together expertise, market trends, and innovation in a professional setting. Its accessibility by train, car, or plane also makes Poznań an attractive destination for international exchange, business development, and technological cooperation.
The SURFEX in Poznań took place from Tuesday, 26. May to Friday, 29. May 2026.