Nippon Paint India reinforced its leadership in advanced industrial coating technologies by participating in SMARTCOR 2026 – the First International Conference on Materials for Corrosion Resistance and Smart Control, held on July 10–11, 2026 at the CSIR–Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar. Bringing together leading researchers, industry experts, academicians and technology innovators from across the globe, SMARTCOR 2026 served as a platform to advance collaboration in corrosion-resistant materials, smart monitoring systems and sustainable technologies that enhance the durability and performance of industrial assets.
Representing Nippon Paint India, Subash Gaijes Selvaraj, President – Industrial Coatings, delivered a technical presentation titled High-Performance Coil Coating Solutions for Pre-painted Steel, highlighting the growing role of advanced coil coating technologies in improving corrosion resistance, weatherability, lifecycle performance and sustainability across modern infrastructure and manufacturing applications.
The presentation showcased Nippon Paint’s global research and development capabilities, comprehensive exposure testing across diverse climatic environments and innovation-led product development approach that enables customised coating solutions for evolving customer requirements. The company also highlighted its portfolio of next-generation fluoropolymer technologies, high-performance primer systems and functional coatings engineered to deliver superior durability, long-term asset protection and enhanced operational efficiency.
A key focus of the presentation was Nippon Paint’s continued emphasis on sustainability through environmentally responsible coating technologies. These included low-VOC, lead-free and chromate-free coating systems, cool roof technologies that contribute to improved energy efficiency and advanced coating solutions designed to extend service life, minimise maintenance requirements and reduce the overall environmental impact of industrial and infrastructure projects.
“Industrial coatings have evolved far beyond their traditional role of surface protection to become strategic enablers of asset performance, sustainability and long-term value creation,” said Subash Gaijes Selvaraj, President – Industrial Coatings, Nippon Paint India. “Backed by our global innovation heritage, strong R&D capabilities and customer-centric approach, we continue to develop future-ready coating technologies that help customers improve productivity, enhance asset durability and support India’s rapidly expanding infrastructure and manufacturing ecosystem.”
As part of the conference, Selvaraj also joined an expert panel discussion titled Rust, Risk and Resolution: Advanced Practices in Industrial Corrosion Management, where industry leaders explored emerging technologies, predictive maintenance strategies and best practices for corrosion mitigation, asset protection and lifecycle optimisation across critical industrial sectors.
Nippon Paint’s participation at SMARTCOR 2026 reflects the company’s continued focus on innovation-driven growth and its commitment to delivering high-performance coating solutions that address evolving industry challenges while supporting sustainable industrial development.
Nippon Paint India’s Industrial Coatings business offers a comprehensive portfolio of coating solutions across automotive, coil, protective, general industrial, cathodic electro-deposition (CED), can and specialty coating applications. Leveraging advanced Japanese technology, local manufacturing capabilities and dedicated technical expertise, the business develops customised coating systems that deliver superior corrosion protection, durability, aesthetics and manufacturing efficiency.
Backed by the global innovation legacy of the NIPSEA Group, Nippon Paint India continues to strengthen its position as a trusted partner to India’s manufacturing and infrastructure sectors by delivering sustainable coating technologies that enhance product performance, extend asset life and create long-term value for customers.
