PCDMA and Ecommerce Gateway Partner for Chemical and Coating Asia Exhibition

Published By DPRJ Universal | Published on Sunday, 12 April 2026

Pakistan Chemicals and Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA) and Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan have signed an MoU to co-organize the Chemical and Coating Asia exhibition. This event, scheduled for May 12-14, 2026, at Karachi Expo Center, will run alongside the 23rd International Trade & Industrial Fair (ITIF Asia). The partnership aims to boost Pakistan's chemical and coatings sector by fostering innovation, business partnerships, and global market linkages through a dedicated industry platform.

The Pakistan Chemicals and Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA) and Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan have formalized a strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement commits both organizations to jointly host Chemical and Coating Asia, a specialized industry exhibition. This significant event is slated to take place from May 12 to 14, 2026, at the Karachi Expo Center, concurrently with the 23rd International Trade & Industrial Fair (ITIF Asia). The MoU was officially signed by Salim Valimuhammad, Chairman of PCDMA, and Dr. Khursheed Nizam, President of Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan. Both parties emphasized the MoU's importance as a crucial step towards enhancing institutional cooperation and elevating Pakistan's chemical and coatings industry onto a broader, more prominent stage. The primary objective of the Chemical and Coating Asia exhibition is to create a comprehensive platform that unites manufacturers, suppliers, and key stakeholders from across the chemical and coatings sector. It is designed to facilitate the showcasing of innovations, the establishment of new business partnerships, and the identification of emerging market opportunities. The event is anticipated to attract a diverse range of exhibitors, both domestic and international, fostering a dynamic environment for industry growth. Representatives from both organizations highlighted at the signing ceremony the critical role of inter-industry collaboration in stimulating trade facilitation and overall sectoral expansion. They underscored that this partnership reflects a shared dedication to advancing Pakistan's industrial landscape while simultaneously strengthening the chemical and coatings sector's connections with global markets. The exhibition is expected to be a pivotal event for the industry, driving development and international engagement.