MUMBAI: Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Ananth Kumar, inaugurated the 8th Biennial International Exhibition and Conference-India Chem 2014. The most awaited chemicals and petrochemicals mega event of the year was inaugurated in the presence of H E Ghomalreza Ansari, Ambassador, Iran to India, Deepak C Mehta, Chairman FICCI Chemical Committee, Dr B R Gaikwad, vice chairman, Chemexcil, Nikhil Meswani, ED, Reliance Industries Ltd., Yoshihiro Umeha , Member of Board & Managing Executive Officer, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation and Surjit Chaudhary Secretary, Dept C& PC, GoI.

The theme of the Event is - Spurting the growth of Indian Chemical & Petrochemical Chemical Industry. The Chemical and Petrochemical industry is at the threshold of sustainable growth with the Government of India providing a framework of support and encouragement. Speaking on the occasion, Ananth Kumar Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, GoI said “One of the most important objectives behind organizing the India Chem series is to highlight the manufacturing possibilities in the country’s chemical industry. This event provides an excellent opportunity for the Indian chemical Industry to showcase its capabilities and strengths to the World Chemical Community.”

Leading companies from all over the world particularly from China, Taiwan, Germany, Iran, Middle East, Singapore, Vietnam Italy, Switzerland, Japan, Russia, USA, and South East Asian countries are participating both as exhibitors and visitors. The event would also play host to a galaxy of eminent speakers and leaders from India and abroad.

The event is a collaborative initiative by the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Government of India, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).

Deepak Mehta, Chairman FICCI National Chemical Committee said “Green chemistry is crucial to increase the export growth so that we can steadily increase our share in the global chemical market. Through various efforts, the industry is incorporating technologies and process that lead the country to the goal of being a leader of chemical exports.” Besides showcasing the strength of Chemical and Petrochemical industry, India Chem 2014, the event is a crucial platform for networking, exchange of ideas, creating awareness of new products & technologies, and exploration of possibilities for enhancement of trade.

Highlights-India Chem 2014

· Around 300 focused Exhibitors

· 10,000 sq. meters of exhibition area

· Country Pavilions :- Japan and Iran

· Partner Country :- Iran and Focus Country

· Partner State:- Gujarat

· Concurrent Exhibition on Pumps, Valves and Process Equipment

· CEOs’ Forum

· International conference on chemicals, petrochemicals and process technologies

· Seminar on alternate feedstock for chemical industry

· Round Table on Agrochemicals

· PCPIRs Session

· Indian Chemical Council Conclave

· Reverse Buyer Seller Meet by Basic Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics Export

Promotion Council (CHEMEXCIL). More than 60 overseas buyers confirmed.

· Structured Buyers and sellers meets

· Technical Seminars and Conferences

· More than 15000 Business Visitors expected from India and Abroad