India Day at WePack 2025, held on April 9, 2025, in Shanghai, spotlighted the vibrant presence of India’s printing and packaging industry. The celebration, attended by over 700 industry professionals from India, underscored the strengthening synergy between India and China in the global printing and packaging sectors.
RX China Emphasizes India’s Pivotal Global Market Role:
Adward Lu, Senior Project Manager at RX China, officially opened the India Day celebrations with a heartfelt address, emphasizing India’s crucial and growing role in the global market landscape. “We are privileged and honored to host more than 700 esteemed industry visitors from India at WePack 2025,” stated Mr. Lu. “India holds significant importance due to its robust and sustained economic growth, coupled with the immense scope for further development and innovation within its printing and packaging industries.” His remarks underscored the event’s strategic focus on fostering stronger collaboration and showcasing cutting-edge technologies specifically tailored to meet the dynamic and evolving needs of the Indian market.
Ashwani Gupta Highlights India’s Printing Sector:
Ashwani Gupta, President of the All India Federation of Printers and Packagers (AIFPP), delivered a compelling speech on the scale and ambition of India’s printing sector. “India is a vibrant country with 250,000 printers,” Gupta stated. “At AIFPP, our goal is to ensure their success by embracing the latest innovations.” He highlighted the federation’s proactive efforts to encourage Indian printers and packagers to explore advanced technologies and future trends at WePack 2025.
India’s Growing Printing and Packaging Industry:
India’s printing and packaging sector, valued at approximately USD 8 billion, is experiencing rapid growth at an annual rate of 12%. The sector plays a crucial role in supporting key industries like food, pharmaceuticals, and e-commerce. With over 250,000 printing units and an estimated 1.5 million employees, India’s printing industry remains a vital component of the country’s industrial landscape, contributing significantly to both domestic and export markets.
Dedicated Platform for Networking and Business Opportunities:
The India Day celebration at WePack 2025 served as a dedicated and invaluable platform for fostering networking opportunities, facilitating crucial knowledge exchange, and actively exploring potential business collaborations between Indian and Chinese industry stakeholders. Mr. Gupta expressed sincere gratitude to the organizers for curating a “splendid and highly productive show” and for their initiative in hosting India Day, which effectively facilitated discussions focused on mutual growth and shared prosperity. “This significant event allows us to discuss various possibilities for strategic networking that will ultimately drive the overall development and advancement of both our respective countries within these vital sectors,” he noted.
Showcasing Sustainable Materials and Digital Solutions:
The event featured a range of interactive sessions and comprehensive exhibitions that showcased state-of-the-art printing and packaging machinery, innovative sustainable materials, and cutting-edge digital solutions. Key technologies such as lightweight packaging options, environmentally friendly substrates, and intelligent smart automation systems were prominently highlighted, aligning with the prevailing global trends towards enhanced sustainability and operational efficiency. Indian delegates actively engaged with international exhibitors, gaining valuable insights into innovations that are poised to significantly shape the future direction of the printing and packaging industry worldwide.