The second day of the Pakistan Chemical Forum Expo 2026 at Expo Centre Lahore witnessed remarkable activity and overwhelming participation from both local and international stakeholders, further reinforcing the success of this mega industrial event. The atmosphere remained vibrant with business engagements, while strong international interest added significant value to the exhibition.
Hundreds of stalls set up across various halls showcased a wide range of products including industrial chemicals, raw materials, advanced machinery, laboratory equipment, and cutting-edge technologies. Companies from across Pakistan, including Karachi, Lahore, Faisalabad, Sialkot, and Peshawar, actively participated, making it a truly nationwide industrial platform.
A key highlight of the second day was the strong interest shown by foreign delegates. Investors and business leaders from different countries expressed keen interest in exploring joint ventures and investment opportunities with Pakistani companies. They termed Pakistan’s chemical and allied sectors as emerging and promising markets, particularly highlighting opportunities in value-added products, specialty chemicals, and industrial processing.
Foreign participants also emphasised that Pakistan’s strategic location, skilled workforce, and industrial capacity position it as a potential manufacturing hub in the region, provided there is consistency in policies and a more business-friendly environment. Several international companies initiated preliminary discussions with local partners, indicating strong prospects for future collaborations and investments.
On the occasion, Chairman B2B Media Moazzam Rasheed and Chairman Coating Association Iftikhar Bashir highlighted the vast potential of Pakistan’s chemical industry. They stated that such international-level exhibitions play a vital role in promoting local industries globally and creating pathways for collaboration. They further stressed the importance of innovation, research, and international partnerships to enhance exports and strengthen Pakistan’s position in global supply chains.
According to the organisers, numerous B2B meetings were held on the second day, focusing on potential deals, technology transfer, and industrial cooperation. Experts emphasised that Pakistan must prioritise innovation, research, and adoption of modern technologies to remain competitive in the global market.
The specialised segments of the expo—including Pakistan Coating Show, PakChem Expo, Pakistan Polyurethane Expo, and PakLab Expo—continued to attract significant attention. These platforms showcased sector-specific innovations and provided valuable opportunities for networking, collaboration, and business expansion.
The business community termed the event a positive step toward industrial growth, noting that such global-standard exhibitions not only strengthen local industries but also position Pakistan as an attractive destination for international investors.
The second day of the expo clearly reflected the growing momentum of Pakistan’s chemical sector and the increasing confidence of global investors. It is expected that the event will lead to concrete investment opportunities, joint ventures, and technology transfer, contributing significantly to the country’s industrial and economic development.
