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and the Association of Welding Products
Manufacturers were present, highlighting
the event’s wide industry support.
Diverse and integrated showcase by 532
exhibitors
innovations shaping the future of metal
manufacturing and processing.
The four country pavilions, presented by
the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs
and Climate Action (Germany), Italian Trade
Agency - Embassy of Italy, International
Wire and Cable Exhibitors Association
(France), and Swiss Competence Cluster,
were a highlight of the event. These pavil-
ions showcased the best of international
expertise and innovation, attracting a
steady flow of visitors.
In addition to the exhibition, the show
featured three parallel conferences, which
were well-attended by delegates over the
three days. One of the key highlights was
the “Emerging Opportunities for Sustaina-
ble Future in Tube & Pipe Industries” con-
ference, coorganized by the International
Tube Association (ITA) – India Chapter. This
session included presentations by indus-
try pioneers and experts who shared their
insights on emerging trends and opportuni-
ties in the sector.
“Tube India 2024 provided a valuable
platform for networking and insightful dis-
The exhibition halls featured 532 compa-
cussions on tube technology. I particularly
nies from 22 countries, showcasing their
appreciated the opportunity to connect
most innovative products, technologies,
with industry professionals and learn about
and services. This diverse participation
the latest trends. A great event overall!” –
provided buyers with ample opportunities
Jigar Parikh, CEO, Arvind Anticor Ltd.
to compare offerings and select the most
Appreciating the overwhelming response
suitable partners for their businesses.
to the trade fairs, Millie Contractor,
This global representation gave visitors a
General Manager – Messe Düsseldorf India,
unique opportunity to gain insights into
expressed her satisfaction, stating, “The
international trends and advancements in
Indian Metal Fairs have once again been
the wire, cable, tube, metallurgical pro-
very well-received by the industry. We
cesses, and welding industries.
have seen spectacular growth this year, in
terms of exhibitors, trade visitors, as well as
Spread over an impressive 38,000 square
international participation. It fills me with
meters, the well-structured trade fair
a great sense of satisfaction that the four
quartet offered a comprehensive display of
trade fairs have successfully contributed to
products and technologies across various
enabling interactions that are shaping the
sectors. Exhibits ranged from wire manu-
industry’s future. The growth of the trade
facturing machinery, wires, cables, fasten-
will be fueled by the connections made
ers, and spring machinery to tube and pipe
here, opening new avenues for the metal
machinery. Additionally, there were show-
industry.”
cases of raw materials, plant and equip-
ment, iron making, shaping of steel, casting
Her remarks reflect the significant impact
and pouring of molten steel, and surfacing
of the event, which not only attracted
and cutting technologies and processes.
substantial participation but also facilitated
This vast array of offerings highlighted the
valuable business interactions. These con-
diverse and evolving nature of the indus-
nections are expected to play a crucial role
try, providing attendees with a complete
in driving the future growth of the sector,
overview of the latest advancements and
further solidifying the importance of the
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