Kirsten Wrede Editor T +49 511 9910-212 The shift towards more sustainable coating technologies has brought bio-based solutions into the spotlight. Once considered a niche concept, bio-based systems are now widely recognised as a viable alternative to their fossil-derived counterparts - driven by regulatory pressure, customer expectations and corporate sustainability goals. However, the transition is complex. Formulators face challenges such as raw material variability, performance limitations and cost competitiveness. At the same time, innovation is accelerating, with advances in bio-based binders, crosslinkers and additives expanding the functional range of ...