# Developments in self-healing coating technologies > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/developments-in-self-healing-coating-technologies > Updated: 2026-08-14T23:50:42.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Developments in self-healing coating technologies have been reported by both Swiss and German research entities. In Switzerland, the ETH Zurich spin-out Archemides AG introduced Archemid, a self-repairing polymer designed to autonomously seal cracks, scratches, and corrosion when exposed to heat or light. This material is described as a sustainable, recyclable alternative to conventional coatings, featuring integrated fluorescence to highlight microscopic defects. Concurrently, the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials in Germany is researching self-healing coatings to mitigate corrosion in harsh environments, such as maritime and wind energy sectors. Their approach involves testing the incorporation of repairing agents within microcapsules or modifying polymer structures to allow materials to recover properties after sustaining damage. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-14: Fraunhofer IFAM develops self-healing coatings to prevent corrosion Germany's Fraunhofer IFAM is developing self-healing polymer coatings to repair micro-cracks and prevent corrosion in maritime, wind energy, and industrial infrastructures. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fraunhofer-ifam-develops-self-healing-coatings-to-prevent-corrosion ### 2026-07-18: Swiss startup unveils self‑repairing polymer Archemid for industrial coatings Swiss ETH‑Zurich spin‑out Archemides AG launched Archemid, a recyclable, self‑repairing polymer that seals scratches and corrosion without PFAS, aiming at coatings for construction, electronics and aerospace. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/swiss-startup-unveils-selfrepairing-polymer-archemid-for-industrial-coatings --- Cite as: Developments in self-healing coating technologies. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/developments-in-self-healing-coating-technologies