What life brings us is often a surprise.

Life often brings us surprises. Plans we make for our dreams can change suddenly, and we may find ourselves in a different scenario. We hope that the plans and targets you set for 2016 have reflected positively on your lives. For 2017, many targets were set and intensive work began on reaching these goals. We hope this year will be one where you can reach the criteria you have targeted. In our February-March 2017 issue, we have prepared another packed edition for you. You will enjoy reading the technical articles prepared in line with our file topics, product introductions, news from the sector and our interview section. In our special fair edition, we believe you will read with interest our interview with Nilay Midilli, who was appointed to the role of Paints, Construction Chemicals, Adhesives, Sealants and Elastomers (CASE) Industry Director for Univar Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region in July 2016. You can also access the articles by our esteemed academics Prof. Dr. Öner Toraman and Assistant Professor Dr. Ömer Edip Kuzugüdenli in our "Articles" section. Wishing you a wonderful year. Enjoy your reading. With warm regards,