The international event for key players in the aeronautic surface finishing industry
The international event for key players in the aeronautic and aerospace surface finishing industry
Held every two years for over 40 years, it gathers more than 300 participants from 17 countries. With a comprehensive program tailored to manufacturers, airlines, suppliers, and surface treatment experts, SURFAIR offers a unique opportunity to stay at the forefront of innovation. All presentations are carefully selected by a prestigious technical committee composed of aerospace R&D specialists, ensuring the highest quality of content.
SURFAIR is designed for professionals across the aerospace surface finishing value chain.
The event primarily attracts industrial players and aircraft manufacturers, but also welcomes suppliers, R&D experts, engineers, and decision-makers involved in materials, coatings, and surface treatments. Whether you're driving innovation, ensuring compliance, or seeking reliable partners, SURFAIR is the place to connect with the industry's key stakeholders.
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2026 Themes - Where only the best ideas fly
Since 1972, SURFAIR has defined the conversation on aerospace surface finishing. Every two years, the Technical Committee pinpoints the industry’s most urgent challenges and opportunities.
For 2026, the program focuses on four themes that mirror today’s R&D priorities, regulatory shifts, and industrial ambitions. This edition also welcomes cross‑industry innovators — from Coating Materials & Process, AI, digital engineering to Sustainability — bringing fresh energy to accelerate aerospace transformation.
Each theme connects OEMs, suppliers, airlines, regulators, and disruptors to share cutting‑edge solutions, case studies, and future pathways. Expect sessions built for clarity, proof, and results that move the value chain forward.