International Mining and Machinery Exhibition in Kolkata Witnessed more than 4967 business visitors including 116 Foreign Visitors from 27 Countries
Battling the weather, India’s largest mining exhibition – International Mining and Machinery Exhibition 2024 (IMME), held between 23 to 26 October, in Kolkata witnessed over 116 international participants from 27 countries. This 4-day exhibition observed footfalls of 4967 business visitors and engaged into 574 B2B meetings, across several sectors related to mining industry. Beside the mining exhibition, CII also organised a 2-day Global Mining Summit (GMS). The 17th edition of IMME and GMS was inaugurated by Shri Moloy Ghatak, Hon’ble Minister-in-Charge, Law Department, Government of West Bengal. Various senior officials from Government and Indian Army also visited the exhibition. The mining exhibition witnessed countries including UK, US, Russia, China, Australia, among the 27 countries. This event showcased more than 270 exhibitors, covering a sprawling 55,000 square metre exhibition area. The major sectors engaged in this exhibition were mining, equipment / technology, Mining & Minerals, mineral process and manufacturing.
IMME 2024 and GMS 2024 was organised by CII in association with Ministry of Mines and Ministry of Steel. Government of Odisha was the Partner State, and the event was supported by the West Bengal Mineral Development Corporation. The Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturer’s Association (ICEMA) was the Sector Partner and Australia was the Partner Country at IMME 2024. Launched in 1984, the International Mining and Machinery Exhibition (IMME) has been a cornerstone event for the last 4 decades, designed to accelerate the growth of India’s mining industry.
With 16 successful editions to date, IMME has established itself as India’s largest mining exhibition in India, bringing together key Industry players on a single platform. The display of equipment and technologies at the event have significantly contributed to the adoption of the latest technology by the industry, thereby furthering business growth. IMME 2024 and GMS 2024 provided the perfect platform to showcase advancements, exchange ideas, and create meaningful collaborations across the mining ecosystem. Together, industry professionals, policymakers, manufacturers, and service providers unlocked new business opportunities that will drive the sector forward.
Kolkata
26 October 2024