Qlayers is a Dutch scale-up developing innovative robotic solutions for coating large-scale industrial infrastructures such as storage tanks, wind turbine blades, and ships. Our robotic technology enables coating contractors to overcome the limitations of manual coating and carry out maintenance projects in a more efficient, fast and safe manner without any overspray. In addition, we envision making surfaces functional by replicating microstructures as seen in nature, such as drag-reducing sharkskin. Inspired by nature and fascinating riblets in the skin of sharks, our R&D team is developing a unique technology to print customizable microstructures on the scale of micrometers that can start a revolution in industries such as aviation and wind energy.