The Indian Ice Cream Expo (IICE) 2025, held from 6–8 October 2025 at the iconic Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, Dwarka, Delhi, brought together the entire ecosystem of India’s rapidly expanding ice cream industry. Now in its 13th edition, IICE has grown into one of the most influential B2B events for ice cream manufacturers, suppliers, food technologists, and retail professionals.
Organised by the Indian Ice-Cream Manufacturers’ Association (IICMA) and managed by AIM Events, this year’s expo opened on a high note. The 2025 edition was supported by major partners, with HAIER as the Title Partner, and KAP Group and Lotus Machineries Solutions as Platinum Partners. DP Chocolates, Morde Foods, Nivriti Agro, and Centric Software Hong Kong Ltd. joined as Gold Partners—reinforcing the event’s scale and industry credibility.
Top Ice Cream Brands and Global Exhibitors Participate:
IICE 2025 welcomed leading Indian brands including Amul, Vadilal, Havmor, Naturals, Scoops, HOCCO, Hangyo, Creambell, Arun, Dinshaw’s, Top N Town, Apsara, and Pabba’s. With 30+ international companies participating—many debuting at the show—the expo highlighted its growing global footprint and appeal.
A Dynamic 3-Day Experience of Innovation & Networking
Over three days, the expo offered:
- Live seminars and workshops led by industry experts
- Product launches and demonstrations
- Technical sessions on flavours, ingredients, and machinery
- B2B networking opportunities for manufacturers, distributors, startups, and investors
The event explored trends such as premiumisation, new-age flavours, process automation, sustainable packaging, and modern cold chain technologies.
Industry Leaders Highlight Growth and Opportunities
- Rajesh Gandhi, Chairman of Vadilal Industries & IICMA, called the expo a “thriving hub of opportunities.”
- Sudhir Shah, President of IICMA and MD of Scoops, emphasized the expo’s central role in business growth and collaboration.
- Aashish Nahar, Secretary of IICMA and MD of Creamica, noted exceptional participation from both Indian and international delegations.
- Firoz H. Naqvi, Director, AIM Events, shared that India’s ice cream market—valued at ₹30,000 crore (USD 2 billion)—is growing at a 15–20% CAGR, driven by rising disposable income, youth demand, urbanization, and appetite for premium, innovative products.
He also acknowledged the contributions of Pradeep G. Pai, Treasurer of IICMA and MD of Hangyo, and the entire IICMA leadership for making the event a milestone success.
A Comprehensive Showcase of Ice Cream Industry Solutions:
IICE 2025 featured an extensive exhibitor profile, including:
- Ice cream manufacturing machinery
- Cone-making equipment and technologies
- Cold chain logistics, refrigeration, and storage solutions
- Packaging, labelling, and coding systems
- Ingredients such as flavours, stabilizers, emulsifiers, nuts, spices, and saffron
- Wooden sticks, display counters, and parlour design solutions
- Consultants, technologists, interior designers, and e-commerce platforms supporting retail and digital expansion
25,000+ Visitors From India and Abroad
The expo attracted a diverse visitor base:
- Manufacturers, distributors, importers, exporters
- Retail chains, supermarkets, bakeries, cloud kitchens
- Hotels, restaurants, catering companies, resorts
- Food service providers, procurement heads, and F&B consultants
- Culinary institutes, government authorities, technologists, and media
This unmatched participation made IICE 2025 a powerful marketplace for business deals, product sourcing, partnership building, and discovering emerging trends in the ice cream sector.
IICE 2025: A Landmark Edition for India’s Ice Cream Industry
With its high-energy atmosphere, global participation, and innovation-driven approach, IICE 2025 reaffirmed its position as India’s premier ice cream industry expo. The expo is set to return for its next edition from 10th to 12th of September 2026 at Chennai Trade Centre.
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