Additives are increasingly becoming bio-based, more environmentally friendly and offer solutions for low-VOC formulations that comply with current regulations. This growth forecast is fuelled by the increasing demand for environmentally friendly and high-performance coatings. Self-healing additives: these improve the lifespan of coatings, particularly in high-performance applications such as aerospace. Multifunctional additives: Additives that provide multiple benefits – such as defoaming and wetting in one – are growing in popularity as they reduce formulation complexity and increase efficiency. New technologies such as nanotechnology, bio-based additives and smart coatings are driving the industry forward.