The Coatings Trends & Technologies (CTT) Summit is scheduled to return to The Westin Lombard in Lombard, Illinois, on Sept. 16-17, 2026. The annual event draws liquid and powder coatings professionals for a program that includes technical presentations, an exhibit hall and structured networking opportunities.

Registration is now open for the 2026 event. Attendees who register before June 30 qualify for Super Early Bird pricing, which reduces the full-conference registration fee by up to $200. A group registration option is also available for coatings formulators and manufacturers: organizations that register two full-conference attendees simultaneously may bring a third colleague at no additional charge. The offer applies across all pricing tiers and must be processed in a single transaction.

A new Exhibit Hall Only pass is being introduced, providing access to the exhibit floor, welcome and networking receptions, and conference meals and breaks on both days without requiring full conference registration. The option is intended for industry professionals who want access to the exhibit hall and peer networking but are not attending the technical sessions.

Recordings from the 2025 CTT Summit are available on demand for those who were unable to attend.