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SCANZ

Surface Coatings Association New Zealand



About the 2026 Convention

2026 is the year to be seen at the annual Convention of the Surface Coatings Association of New Zealand (SCANZ), and you’re invited to be at the heart of it all.

Hosted in the heart of Marlborough at the Marlborough Convention Centre in Blenheim, our theme “From Tradition to Tomorrow, 75 Years of Coatings Excellence” celebrates the last 75 years of SCANZ as we look forward to the future.

This is the must-attend event for anyone passionate about the future of surface coatings. We’re bringing together visionaries, leaders, and innovators to spark ideas, share breakthroughs, and ignite new possibilities across topics such as:

    • Revolutionary New & Emerging Technologies
    • Cutting-edge Sustainable Practices
    • Breakthrough Research & Development
    • High-impact Regulatory Insights & Market Trends
    • …and so much more

We are thrilled to offer premier sponsorship opportunities, giving forward-thinking partners like you the platform to stand out, connect, and elevate your influence at the centre of our industry’s biggest annual gathering.

Join us. Collaborate with fellow changemakers. Shape the direction of innovation in surface coatings - and be recognised as a leader driving the future.

Why You Should Be Part of This Event

In today’s competitive landscape, strategic sponsorship isn’t just smart - it’s essential. Backing the SCANZ Convention puts your organisation directly in front of the people who matter, delivering long-lasting value and exceptional visibility.

Exclusive Benefits for Sponsors

    • Maximum Visibility. Put your brand in the spotlight with exposure to an engaged audience of influential professionals, decision-makers, and innovators.
    • Industry Prestige. Showcase your organisation’s commitment to advancing the surface coatings sector - and earn recognition as a true leader.
    • Insider Knowledge. Stay ahead of the curve with direct access to emerging technologies, research breakthroughs, and market-shaping insights.
    • Comprehensive Brand Exposure. Your logo and messaging will feature prominently across all marketing channels - email campaigns, the SCANZ website, print promotions, and the respected Brushstrokes journal.
    • Strategic Partnership. Work hand-in-hand with the Organising Committee to ensure your brand’s presence is impactful, aligned, and tailored to your goals.

Marketing Reach That Delivers Results

Targeted Engagement Across Key Sectors

Your brand will reach a powerful cross-section of the industry, including:

    • SCANZ & SCAA Members
    • New Zealand Paint Manufacturers
    • Polymer, Ink & Adhesive Industries
    • Industry-Supporting Service Providers
    • Universities & Technical Educators
    • Crown Research Organisations


This is your opportunity to place your organisation in front of the people shaping the industry’s future.



Multi-Channel Promotional Strategy

We amplify your brand across multiple high-impact platforms:

    • Digital Powerhouse:
        • SCANZ Website
        • Targeted Email Campaigns
        • SCANZ LinkedIn Page
    • Direct Outreach:
        • Tailored promotion to key industry stakeholders
    • Premium Publication Exposure:
        • Featured placement in the Brushstrokes journal
        • Extended reach through SCAA communications across Australia and beyond

Join Us at SCANZ 2026: From Tradition to Tomorrow, 75 Years of Coatings Excellence!


SCANZ

Surface Coatings Association New Zealand

The professional body of individuals involved in the surface coatings industry

Phone: (+64) 27 642 0778


Email:  secretary@scanz.org.nz


Address: 4C Old Kaimai Road RD1, Tauranga, 3171

New Zealand

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