Glasurit celebrates the winners of the Car Painting Competition at WorldSkills Shanghai

Glasurit® congratulates the medal winners and all participants on their achievements at the 48th WorldSkills competition.The competition brought together young professionals from around the world to demonstrate the technical expertise, precision and problem-solving skills required in modern automotive refinishing.

🥇 Libo Duan from China has won the Gold Medal in the Car Painting Skill Competition at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026!

🥈 Pawaret Wohanluek from Thailand claimed the Silver Medal

🥉 Oisen McKerr from United Kingdom took home the Bronze Medal

👏 Outstanding craftsmanship, precision, and dedication from all competitors who demonstrated the very best of automotive refinish excellence on the world stage.

The finalists completed demanding tasks covering color management, paint preparation and application, process quality, productivity and the 
efficient use of materials. Their performance demonstrated the high level of craftsmanship and technical understanding required to meet the changing demands of the automotive refinish industry.

In preparation for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, participants from 24 countries trained with Glasurit® 100 Line, helping them develop sustainable and efficient refinish practices while achieving outstanding color accuracy and quality. Digital learning modules, expert-led practical training and Refinity®, Surventis' cloud-based digital ecosystem for body shops, helped competitors further develop their capabilities in color management, application processes, productivity and sustainable repair practices. Industry partners SATA and 3M complemented the preparation program with additional technologies and expertise.

“WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 has demonstrated the impressive skills, commitment and professionalism of the next generation of automotive refinish professionals,” said Chen LIU, Vice President Global Technology Refinish Coatings at Surventis. “The future of our industry depends on people who combine excellent craftsmanship with digital confidence, efficient working practices and a strong sustainability mindset. We congratulate the medal winners and all competitors on their outstanding achievements. Their performance is an inspiration for our industry and for young people considering a career in automotive refinishing.”

Rewarding responsible craftsmanship

In addition to the Car Painting medals, the Sustainable Practice Excellence Award recognized competitors who combined technical excellence with the efficient and responsible use of materials.

🏆🌱 Sustainable Practice Excellence Award – Car Painting, WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 🎨♻️

🥇 Pei-Jen Yu from Chinese Taipei received first place in the Sustainable Practice Excellence Award.

🥈 Shota Sugata from Japan earned second place.

🥉 Hazig Syahmi Bin Nazri from Malaysia secured third place.

Throughout the competition, participants were assessed on their ability to manage materials and processes efficiently while maintaining the quality standards required for professional automotive refinishing. The award highlights how quality, productivity and responsible use of resources can go hand in hand.

Investing in the future of automotive refinishing

Glasurit by Surventis supported WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 as a Global Industry Partner of WorldSkills International and Silver Partner of the competition. The partnership reflects Surventis’ commitment to skills development and to supporting the future automotive refinish workforce. By connecting vocational education with industry expertise, Surventis helps young professionals build the technical, digital and practical capabilities they need in a changing industry.