Page 7 - Plastics News February 2026

THE PRESIDENT SAYS

Greetings to all!!
The successful culmination of the PLASTINDIA Exhibition marks yet another milestone
in the remarkable journey of the Indian plastics industry. What we witnessed was not
merely an exhibition, but a powerful demonstration of India’s manufacturing strength,
technological progress, and global competitiveness. The scale, participation, and business
engagements reaffirmed that India is steadily positioning itself as a preferred global hub
for plastics manufacturing, innovation, and sustainable solutions.
This edition of PLASTINDIA showcased advanced machinery, smart automation, sustainable
materials, recycling technologies, and circular economy solutions. The overwhelming
international participation reflects growing global confidence in India’s capabilities. For
our MSMEs and large-scale manufacturers alike, the exhibition opened doors to new
partnerships, export opportunities, technology transfers, and investment inflows. The
networking momentum generated here will translate into tangible business growth over
the coming years.
The impact of this exhibition will be long-lasting. It has generated renewed confidence,
expanded export avenues, and strengthened the industry's resolve toward responsible
growth. The exhibition has reinforced that Indian plastics are not only cost-competitive
but innovation-driven and quality-focused.
As we move forward in our industry’s growth journey, our collective focus now turns to
PlastiWorld 2026, scheduled from 23rd–25th March - a platform that represents not just
another exhibition, but a decisive step toward export acceleration and structured global
engagement.
A Focused Export Platform
PlastiWorld has been conceptualised with clarity of purpose unlike conventional trade fairs,
PlastiWorld is curated as a dedicated sourcing exhibition for finished plastic products.
The emphasis is on bringing verified overseas buyers, sourcing houses, and importers
directly to Indian manufacturers through structured B2B engagements. This ensures that
business discussions are purposeful, measurable, and outcome-oriented.
Empowering MSMEs & Expanding Access
A key strength of PlastiWorld lies in its inclusive model. The exhibition empowers MSMEs,
Tier-2 and Tier-3 manufacturers, and emerging entrepreneurs by giving them direct
access to global buyers - access that was traditionally limited to larger players.
Driving Structured Buyer–Seller Engagement
PlastiWorld focuses on:
♦ Pre-scheduled B2B meetings
♦ Buyer delegations from multiple countries
♦ Export-focused networking sessions
♦ Sector-specific product showcases
Strengthening India’s Position in Global Trade
PlastiWorld also plays a broader strategic role. It reinforces India’s image as a reliable,
quality-driven, and scalable manufacturing hub for finished plastic goods. At a time when
global buyers are seeking diversified supply chains, India must present itself as a stable
and competitive sourcing destination - and PlastiWorld strengthens that narrative.
Let us approach this exhibition not merely as exhibitors, but as ambassadors of India’s
manufacturing strength - ready to convert conversations into contracts and ambition into
achievement.
Together, we move from domestic strength to global scale.
Mr. Sunil Shah
president@aipma.net

February 2026 PLASTICS NEWS 7