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AIPMA AT WORK

FDA, FSSAI, and the Global Recycled Standard (GRS), among others.

Subsequently, Mr. Harvard Lim, Sales & Technical Executive at CP Chemie Resources, Malaysia, presented
recycling solutions and sustainable practices in plastic manufacturing industries.

A captivating presentation by Mr. Sandip Singh, CEO at Ishitva Robotic Systems, highlighted the transforma-
tion of waste management through AI-powered sorting solutions, driving sustainability and circular economy
initiatives.

Mr. Vincent Liao, Sales Manager at Ever Polymer Co., Ltd., Taiwan, shared discoveries on polymers for the
future, providing a glimpse into the evolving landscape of the industry.

Mr. Hiten Bheda, Chairman of Environment Cell at AIPMA & Chairman of GCPRS, informed the audience
about the upcoming Global Conclave on Plastics Recycling and Sustainability (GCPRS): The first-ever dedi-
cated exhibition on plastic recycling and sustainability in India.

The second day of the conference was dedicated to delving into the themes of "Technological Innovations,
Business Opportunities & The Fiscal Strategies for Growth in the Plastic Industry." The proceedings com-
menced with a warm welcome extended by Mr. Rohit Kanuga, a distinguished member of the Managing
Committee of AIPMA. The day unfolded with a series of enlightening discussions and presentations during the
session titled "Plastics Tomorrow: Innovations Shaping the Future of Industry," which was chaired with great
enthusiasm by Smt. Mercy Epao, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of MSME, Government of India. The session
began with an insightful presentation by Shri G. U. Narasimhulu, Executive Director – Projects at HRRL
- HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited, who provided valuable insights into the upcoming Rajasthan Refinery
Project. He elaborated on its scope and the downstream opportunities it presents for HDPE, LLDPE, and PP.
Following this, Mr. Ravi Dutt Gautam, the Founder of Helios Automation (Robato), shared his expertise on
advanced techniques of plastic post-processing and introduced a one-stop automation solution for injection
molding.

The final session was conducted by Mr. Ravi Soni, DGM North Region at Wittmann Battenfeld India, who
discussed the next generation of plastic manufacturing: Automation, AI, and Beyond. The session proved to
be highly informative, thanks to the valuable contributions of the speakers. Smt. Mercy Epao, in her capacity
as the session chair, not only guided the discussions effectively but also highlighted the importance of women
empowerment, encouraging others to participate in the cause.

Session 4 of the conference revolved around the theme "Frontiers of Innovation: Breakthroughs in Plastic
Manufacturing Technologies," spotlighting the latest advancements in technology and their profound impact on
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