World of Concrete India 2024 Preview: Ahmedabad Hosts Key Industry Discussions on Innovation and Sustainable Growth

• The 10th Anniversary edition of World of Concrete India 2024 is set to take place from October 16th to 18th, 2024, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai.
• As a preview, the Show held an insightful roundtable discussion with key industry speakers in Ahmedabad at Radisson Blu today
• The event is estimated to attract over 300 exhibitors, 15,000 trade visitors, esteemed policymakers, decision-makers, influencers, technical experts, and professionals.

Ahmedabad, 19th Sep 2024: Informa Markets in India, a prominent trade exhibitions organiser, hosted an exclusive roundtable discussion today at The Radisson Blu, Ahmedabad, offering a preview of ‘World of Concrete India 2024.’ The expo for the concrete and construction industry is set to take place from October 16th to 18th, 2024, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai.

The construction industry in India has seen unprecedented growth, rapidly emerging as a global force. It is on track to become the world’s third-largest construction market within the next 2–3 years. Moreover, the Indian construction market is projected to reach a staggering $1.4 trillion by 2025, further strengthening its economic prospects. This rapid expansion is underpinned by government initiatives such as the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP), which plans to invest ₹111 lakh crore ($1.5 trillion) by 2025. Currently, over 7,000 projects are already underway, covering critical sectors like energy, roads, railways, and urban infrastructure.

Aligned with this growth, India’s cement sector, which reached 3.96 billion tonnes in 2023, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7%, reaching 5.99 billion tonnes by 2032.

A prestigious panel of industry leaders convened for the roundtable discussion in Ahmedabad, featuring Dr. Maulik Ranka, Director, Zydex Industries; Mr. Kaustubh Phadke, India Head, Global Cement Concrete Association; Col Dr. Gaurav Singh, Technology Advisor; Mr. Jatin Parekh, MD, HROC; Mr. Shailesh Chauhan, Director, CHIR-AYU Controls Pvt. Ltd; Mr. Parth Patel, Production Head, BN Precast;, Builders Association of India; and Mr. Rajneesh Khattar, Senior Group Director, Informa Markets in India. The panel explored the evolving trends in the concrete industry, with a focus on sustainability, green concrete innovation, and regulatory challenges. Collaborative efforts were highlighted as essential to fostering technological advancements and eco-friendly solutions to ensure the sector’s continued resilience and growth.

Building on the success of previous editions, the 10th Anniversary edition of the World of Concrete India is set to be a pivotal event for the construction industry. This year’s exhibition will gather over 15,000 industry professionals and feature more than 300 brands and exhibitors from around the world, including countries such as Germany, Italy, USA, Kuwait, South Korea, Finland, and Japan. Showcasing a wide range of products and technologies related to concrete, masonry, and construction, the event will provide an essential platform for networking, innovation exchange, and professional development. Key attendees will include contractors, sub-contractors, purchasing and construction managers, project managers, architects, consultants, structural and civil engineers, as well as buyers from real estate, government, municipal authorities, and investors.

Centred on the themes of innovation and sustainability, World of Concrete India 2024 will feature an extensive three-day knowledge forum and conference. Topics will range from digital transformation to sustainable construction techniques, with activities including an inaugural ceremony, panel discussions, exclusive CEO and CTO conclaves, a Women in Construction session, product showcases, masterclasses, B2B meetings, and specialized pavilions. The event will also recognise industry achievements with prestigious awards, fostering a culture of excellence and forward-thinking innovation.

Commenting on the announcement of WOC, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India said, “As the second-largest producer of cement globally, India contributes over 8% of the world’s installed capacity. The growing infrastructure and construction sectors, fuelled by government initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) for affordable housing and the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, are set to further increase the cement demand. In response, World of Concrete India showcases a solutions-oriented approach, providing a platform for suppliers to actively engage with the entire construction and infrastructure value chain.”

This year, the expo will see participation from brands such as Reliance, Adani Cement, Asian Paints, Ammann, Ardex Endura, Thermax, Honda India, Zydex Industries, Mapei, MYK Arment, UltraTech, and many more. The event will be supported by prominent associations such as the Builders Association of India, the Indian chapter of the American Concrete Institute, RMCMA, and Drycotec – Dry Mortar Association.

In Gujarat, particularly Ahmedabad, the construction boom is evident, with the city playing a crucial role in this sector’s expansion. In the fiscal year 2023-2024, Gujarat attracted a remarkable USD 7.3 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), marking a 55% increase from the previous year. This surge in investment is driven by key factors such as Gujarat’s industrial infrastructure and business-friendly policies, which have enhanced the ease of doing business.

The construction industry in India spans 250 sub-sectors, with notable contributions from infrastructure projects like the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Corridor, which consumes approximately 20,000 cubic meters of cement daily—enough to build eight 10-story buildings.