Editorial April 2025
Spring of Progress: Key Investments, Trade Expansions, and Innovations
As the global trade and exhibition landscape continues to evolve, the past quarter has witnessed a series of dynamic events, strategic partnerships, and groundbreaking initiatives that are shaping industries worldwide.
In this issue, we delve into Kerala’s remarkable ₹1.53 trillion investment proposals at the Invest Kerala Global Summit 2025, signalling a new era of industrial expansion. Meanwhile, Dubai’s real estate sector is making a historic entry into India with DPXPO 2025, the largest overseas exhibition of its kind. Across borders, the Nepal-India-China Expo in Pokhara and Vietnam’s VIFA EXPO 2025 highlight the growing trade synergies in South and Southeast Asia.
The Retail Leadership Summit 2025 in Mumbai, Gujarat Semiconnect Conference, and the Odisha Mining and Infrastructure International Expo reflect India’s unwavering focus on industry growth and technological advancements.
The global exhibition circuit is abuzz with key developments, including Messe Berlin’s expansion with ITB Americas 2026 and Informa’s landmark partnership with Dubai World Trade Centre. The NTPC-led innovations at the Oil, Gas & Power World Expo 2025 and the strategic discussions at GRIDCON 2025 underline the critical role of energy and infrastructure in shaping a sustainable future.
The convergence of technology, sustainability, and trade is evident in major events such as Convergence India & Smart Cities Expo, Indian Ceramics Asia 2025, and the launch of WHX Tech by Informa Markets. Meanwhile, the gaming industry made its mark with India’s strong presence at GDC 2025 in San Francisco.
The gems and jewellery sector is also witnessing transformative initiatives, with Karnataka Industries Minister M.B. Patil announcing plans for a dedicated jewellery park near Bengaluru. On the business front, Messe Stuttgart India welcomes its new CEO, Gaurav Sood, to drive the company’s growth in the Indian exhibition space.
From TTF Chennai’s record-breaking travel networking event to the successful conclusion of INDIAWOOD 2025 and VIV Asia 2025, the trade fair industry remains a cornerstone of global economic integration.
As we navigate this dynamic landscape, these events collectively showcase the resilience, innovation, and forward-thinking strategies that define today’s global economy. Stay tuned as we continue to bring you the latest insights from the world of trade fairs, exhibitions, and business summits.