This research hub is poised to become one of the top three powder coating research facilities in the region. We spoke to Alexandr Glukhov, CEO and Zhandos Temirgali, Chairman of the Board of Directors, about the move and the local and regional powder coatings market. Zhandos Temirgali: Stage 2 of our UAE project is set to be launched in 2026. How is the market for powder coatings evolving in the UAE and MENA region? However, in general, the local powder coatings market is characterised by constant growth as well as high volatility.