Written on: August 1, 2026 by SPRAY
In May, the Associação Brasileira de Aerossóis e Saneates Domissanitários (Brazilian Aerosol Association or ABAS) held the second edition of the ABAS Forum & Awards in São Paulo, Brazil. The event brought together 98 professionals from 82 companies and featured 19 speakers from Brazil and abroad.
The program highlighted innovation, sustainability, technical excellence and collaboration across the aerosol value chain and brought together leading figures of the Brazilian and international aerosol industry for two days dedicated to networking and high-level technical content. It featured lectures, panel discussions and debates led by experts addressing the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the aerosol market.
Speakers included international guest Jaime Verver (Mexico), President of the Latin American Aerosol Federation (FLADA); his presence further strengthened the integration of the Brazilian aerosol industry with key global markets, noted FLADA.
Among the highlights was the presentation of the winning projects from the Mackenzie Hackathon 2026, organized in partnership with Fareva and Beiersdorf. Fifteen engineering students developed solutions to real industry challenges, demonstrating the value of collaboration between companies and universities in preparing the next generation of talent.
The international character of the event was reinforced through messages from global industry leaders, including Jean Blottière, General Delegate of the French Aerosol Committee (CFA); Patrick Heskins, Chief Executive of the British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA); Alain D’haese, Secretary General of the European Aerosol Federation (FEA); and, from the U.S., Nicholas Georges, Senior VP, Scientific & International Affairs at the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA). Their remarks highlighted the growing importance of the Brazilian aerosol industry on the global stage and underscored the country’s increasing integration with major international markets, ABAS noted, further adding, “Brazil is currently the world’s fourth-largest aerosol market, making ABAS a key reference for the development and representation of the sector both nationally and internationally.”
ABAS Awards
The awards program achieved a record level of participation, with 29 projects submitted by 11 companies. The entries showcased a high degree of innovation within the Brazilian aerosol industry and, as part of the celebration, attendees also contributed to the creation of the event’s slogan: “It’s ABAS Awards. It’s Innovation. It’s Brazil!”
“The Brazilian aerosol industry, represented by ABAS, is currently experiencing a spectacular moment of global innovation,” said Attila Almásy, Chairman of the ABAS Board.
“I am proud to lead this moment in which we celebrate the prominence of our talents, rewarding those who make a difference in the industry. Today, the excellence of our sector has a name and a brand: ABAS Awards.”
According to Alyne Freitas, then-President of ABAS, the awards demonstrate the industry’s commitment to continuous progress.
“Fostering innovation and sustainability is one of ABAS’ core missions and a responsibility we take seriously as a market with global relevance,” she said.
“The ABAS Awards 2026 made that responsibility visible: with 29 projects and 11 companies recognized, it is a privilege to represent companies that are setting new standards for the industry. Initiatives like these inspire the entire sector, generate business and create a positive impact on society and the environment.” SPRAY
