Fi India & Hi & ProPak India Expo to be held in Mumbai
by Shrutee K/DNS
Mumbai: Informa Markets in India ( formerly UBM India ) is all set to
bring in the 14th edition of the Food Ingredients India &
Health Ingredients (Fi India & Hi) as well as the 2nd edition of
ProPak India, – both B2B platforms for the food, health, packaging and
processing industries.
Combined together, the shows are optimally positioned to provide
industry players an entire array of products and solutions pertaining to food
ingredients, processing, technology and packaging under one giant umbrella.
While Fi India & Hi offers the industry an opportunity to source high
quality ingredients, ProPak India brings within its ambit, packaging solutions
pertaining to products from medicines, cosmetics, appliances, industrial
systems and machinery, among others. The co-located expos rotate annually between India’s two promising
food hubs i.e Mumbai and the Delhi-NCR region.
Speaking on the announcement of both the shows - Fi India and Hi
and Propak India, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director for Informa Markets in
India said, “The market for food ingredients is witnessing a visible surge in its
valuation owing to the growth in urbanization, growth in the Indian gourmet
market which is currently valued at US$ 1.3 billion and growing at a CAGR of 20
%, and the increasing population density, coupled with the rise in the
purchasing power of consumers that has led towards rapid uptake of convenience
food. The food sector has emerged as a high-growth and high-profit sector due
to its immense potential for value addition, particularly within the food
processing industry which accounts for 32 per cent of the country’s total food
market. The food processing industry is one of the largest industries in India
and is ranked fifth in terms of production, consumption, export and expected
growth. The objective for the 14th edition of Fi India & Hi is to offer an
international showcase of such food processing technology and food ingredients
and in turn, help leverage India’s wide ranging and large raw material base for
food processing industries.”
He added, "Active and intelligent packaging plays
a key role in the preservation of food, hence, enhanced packaging techniques
need to be developed that not only boost the shelf life of the product but also
sustain the nutritive value of the processed food. This is where ProPak India,
the premier processing and packaging expo comes in for the industry, which is
co-located with Fi India and Hi. In just its second edition, the expo has
grown, bringing in over 130 International and domestic suppliers, along with
novel features like a technology summit, an expert zone, a packaging theatre
and live product demonstrations. ProPak India will cater to an array of sectors
from food to cosmetics to FMCG & Industrial goods and will cater to the
entire value chain which will be of immense value to the industry.”
Fi India and Hi: With a rich
legacy of 14 years, Fi India in this edition brings in several novel features
such as a) a Live Master Class with celebrity chef and television show
host Rakhee Vaswani on delectable creations that will be based on fusion &
molecular, b) A Trending Zone - that will highlight the global
trends and innovative ingredients in Health & Food Ingredients, c) A Self
Guided Tour – a tour that will highlight the Innovation & Discovery in
Beverage Ingredients, Alternative Proteins, Traditional Regional Ingredients
and Healthy Ageing, d) Technical Seminars by Association of Food
Scientist & Technologist (AFSTI Mumbai Chapter) &
Health & Dietary Supplements Association ( HADSA ) on ‘Product
Development: Science and Technology’ highlighting the regulatory requirement
and principles & importance of testing in new product development and
‘Emerging Scenario of Lifestyle, Food & Health Ingredients’ highlighting
the latest applications of functional foods like Carrageenan & Bilberry
extract respectively and e ) Innovate launches by some brands that will
provide the audience a wholesome, sensory experience and newer ideas and tips
on food products.
This year, the expo will have over 800 brands and is well-supported by
the Health Foods & Dietary Supplements Association (HADSA), Association of
Food Scientist & Technologist (I) – (AFSTI), Mumbai Chapter and All India
Food Processor Association (AIFPA). Some of the key exhibitors include Fine Organic
Industries Ltd.; K. P. Manish Global Ingredients P. Ltd.; Synthite Industries
Pvt. Ltd.; Ace International LLP; Danisco India Pvt. Ltd.; Flavaroma Flavours
& Fragrances Pvt. Ltd.; Hexagon Nutrition Pvt. Ltd.; Roha Dyechem Pvt.
Ltd.; Azelis (India) Private Ltd.; Brenntag Ingredients (India) Private Ltd.;
Keva Flavours Pvt. Ltd.; Norex Flavours Private Ltd.; IMCD India Pvt. Ltd.
amongst others. The expo will have a dedicated pavilion for the Health Ingredients
category of products. It will also have a China Pavilion and an International
Pavilion this year. Fi India will see International participation from 12
countries such as China, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Canada, USA, Poland,
France, Spain, Greece, Russia, The Netherlands and United Kingdom.
ProPak India: ProPak India , which is catering to India's ever growing
processing and packaging industries, has been geo-adapted from ProPak Asia
, Asia's largest platform in its domain, and is comprehensively
tailored to Indian requirements. In its second edition, it is well-supported by
key associations such as - Indian Flexible Packaging
& Folding Carton Manufacturers Association (IFCA); Association of Food Scientists and Technologists
(India) (AFSTI) ; Authentication Solution Providers' Association (ASPA)
and South Indian Education Society (SIES).
ProPak India caters to packaging and processing in multiple
sectors and is all set to host over 180 brands offering products and services
in automation, testing and measurement, filing and sealing machinery, cartooning
machinery, thermoforming, robotics, storage and transport, materials and
consumables, and complete production lines along with allied services.
Some of the key exhibitors include Bossar Packaging Pvt Ltd;
Ishida India Pvt Ltd.; Nichrome India Ltd.; WOLF; Target Innovation; Bry Air;
Galaxy Sivtek; Michelman Pvt Ltd.; Goma Process Technologies Pvt Ltd.; Pactech
Machinery LLP; Control Print among a host of others. The show benefits
manufacturers, distributors, Govt institutions, and other key professionals
associated with Product Development, R&D, QC/QR labelling, Packaging
Development, Procurement, Supply Chain, purchasing, and Marketing and helps
them network, exchange ideas on trends and solutions, and conduct business
under one address. The expo will witness participation from more than 13
countries – Germany, Italy, Taiwan, Spain, Austria, Canada, Japan, Korea,
Singapore, Thailand and a dedicated China Pavilion.
Some of the highlights of the show include – a) ‘Meet the
Expert’ zone – A dedicated zone at the expo that will provide excellent
opportunities to the visitors to get their questions and queries answered by
industry experts. b) ‘Packaging Theatre’- This feature will provide an
overview of recent factors enabling growth in the global packaging industry.
Further, it will gives insights on market trends, competitive landscape, market
analysis, cost structure, capacity, business distribution and the industry
forecast for 2023. c) ‘Women in Processing and Packaging’ – The 2nd
edition of this feature will bring together women luminaries of the industry on
a common platform to share their success stories, experiences and knowledge
revolving on 3 core pillars – Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Gender
Diversity.
Alongside the exhibition, ProPak will also feature an engaging and
interactive conference – that will harp on trends, challenges and opportunities
in the industry. Some of the topics include – ‘Plastic strategies for future – Challenges & Opportunities’;
‘Plastic Waste Management’; ‘Food processing in the era of de-globalisation’;
‘Packaging – a significant resource for brand creation & product
marketing’; ‘Newer concepts & value added packaging systems’; ‘Technology
focus – machinery systems & sustainable packaging’; ‘Trends and future and
future landscapes in anti-counterfeiting packaging’; ‘Spotlight on women in
processing & packaging’; and ‘The New Packaging Landscape – Smart Packaging
for Digital Consumers’.
About Informa Markets: Informa Markets
creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and
grow. Our portfolio is comprised of more than 550 international B2B events and
brands in markets including Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure,
Construction & Real Estate, Fashion & Apparel, Hospitality, Food &
Beverage, and Health & Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and
partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do
business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content and
actionable data solutions. As the world’s leading exhibitions organiser, we
bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities
and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please
visit www.informamarkets.com
About Informa Markets and our business in
India: Informa Markets
is owned by Informa PLC, a leading B2B information services group and the
largest B2B Events organiser in the world. Informa Markets in India
(formerly UBM India) is India's leading exhibition organizer, dedicated to help
specialist markets and customer communities, domestically and around the world
to trade, innovate and grow through exhibitions, digital content &
services, and conferences & seminars. Every year, we hosts over 25 large
scale exhibitions, 40 conferences, along with industry awards and trainings
across the country; thereby enabling trade across multiple industry verticals.
In India, Informa Markets has offices across Mumbai, New Delhi, Bangalore and
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