Date: 22 September 2025
The recently concluded 8 th edition of glasspex INDIA and 5 th edition of glasspro INDIA, held at the Bombay Exhibition Center, Mumbai from 10–12 September, witnessed an enthusiastic response from the glass industry. Over three days of cutting-edge product showcases, insightful conferences and extensive networking, the shows reaffirmed their reputation as key meeting points for the global glass fraternity.
Spanning across 9,230 sqm of exhibition space, the shows hosted 180 exhibitors from India and 18 other countries who presented innovations and technologies that drew significant interest from buyers. Participants described glasspex INDIA & glasspro INDIA as crucial industry platforms, not only for solution providers but also for buyers across multiple sectors.
Organised by Messe Düsseldorf India, glasspex INDIA 2025 highlighted glass production, processing and finishing technologies for hollow glass, glass packaging and applications from across the manufacturing value chain.
glasspro INDIA 2025, co-organised by Messe Düsseldorf India & Glass Bulletin, showcased high-tech flat glass production and processing solutions, advanced tools, auxiliary products, and applications. A special segment of the event, fenestrationpro INDIA featured discussions on design trends and energy-efficient building technologies.
The event was inaugurated in the presence of eminent dignitaries, including Mr. Rajesh Khosla, President - The All India Glass Manufacturers' Federation (AIGMF); Mr. Sanjay Somany, Chairman & Managing Director - Hindusthan National Glass and Industries; Mr. Yaqoob Khan, CEO - Thermo Tech Furnace & Engineers Pvt. Ltd.; Mr. Rajnath Maurya, Director - Dukhiram Maurya Engg. & Refractory Works (I) Pvt. Ltd.; Mr. Mohammad Mahdi Ghadiri, Director – Sales & Marketing - Kaveh Float Glass Company; Ms. Gesine Bergmann, Head of Forum Glass Technology - VDMA and Mr. Lakhan Singh, Editor & Publisher - Glass Bulletin.
The shows took place at a time when the glass industry is experiencing robust growth, driven by the rising need for energy conservation, demand for sustainable packaging and the increasing application of glass in construction, design, and architecture. Powered by glasstec Düsseldorf, the world’s leading exhibition for the glass industry, glasspex INDIA & glasspro INDIA are the largest of their kind for the Indian glass industry.
Exhibitor Voices
Prominent exhibitors that showcased the best of their innovations include industry leaders such as Thermo Tech Furnace and Engineers Private Limited, Furnotherm Glass Projects India Private Limited, Dukhiram Maurya Engineering & Refractory Works (India) Private Limited, Shamvik Glasstech Private Limited, Gopal Glass Works Limited, Taiton Hardware Private Limited, Float Glass Centre and Calderys India Refractories Limited.
Mr. Rajesh Khosla, President - AIGMF and CEO/President - AGI Greenpac said, "The glasspex/glasspro exhibitions from Sept 10-12 at Bombay Exhibition Centre saw the 1st ever AI conference on glass making hosted by the AIGMF in association with Messe Düsseldorf and Glass Futures. The participation touched 135 from all segments of glass. The high interest was evident with industry associations i.e. GSI, AIGMF, FOSG; universities i.e. DTU, VSU Nellore; research bodies i.e. Glass Futures, CGCRI, IIT; Glass International, Glass Global; manufacturers and suppliers coming together to debate on hi-tech glass manufacturing and processing. I invite all stakeholders to join for the 16th AIGMF International conference on Developing an unbreakable Glass and solutions to be held parallel to glasspex and glasspro exhibition in 2027."
Mr. Rajnath Maurya, Director - Dukhiram Maurya Engg. & Refractory Works (I) Pvt. Ltd. said, “At glasspex INDIA 2025, Dukhiram reaffirmed its leadership position in the industry by presenting cuttingedge Green Field & Cold Repair solutions and proven Hot Repair expertise. As one of the foremost companies in this sector, we are proud to set benchmarks in Quality, Safety, and Innovation. We thank Messe Düsseldorf India for providing a platform for deeper connections with customers that strengthens our role in shaping the future of the glass industry."
Mr. Yaqoob Khan, Founder - Thermotech Furnace & Engineers Pvt. Ltd. exclaimed, “We are delighted to share that our participation in glasspex India 2025 was a great success. The event provided us with an excellent platform to connect with new customers, strengthen existing relationships, and explore collaborations. A highlight for us was finalizing an order on the very first day, reflecting the quality and potential of this exhibition. The vibrant atmosphere, strong engagement, and promising opportunities reaffirmed our confidence in the growth of the glass industry, both in India and globally. We look forward to the next edition and extend our sincere thanks to the Glasspex India team for organizing such a valuable event.”
Mr. Hemant Kathuria, Director - Taiton Hardware said, “Taiton had the privilege of exhibiting at the glasspro exhibition in Mumbai, and we are pleased to share that the experience was highly rewarding. The event was exceptionally well organised and offered an ideal platform to showcase our product range to a focused and relevant audience. We received excellent response and engagement from visitors, which has opened up new opportunities for us within the industry. We sincerely appreciate the efforts of the organisers in creating such a professional environment and look forward to participating in future editions.”
The 2025 edition attracted participation from 19 countries, including Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, India, Iran, Japan, Mexico, Poland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom and United States of America. Germany and Italy also hosted dedicated country pavilions.
Millie Contractor, General Manager – Messe Düsseldorf India, commented, “The 2025 editions of the shows have truly set a new benchmark for the glass industry, both in terms of participation and business interactions. With strong representation from India and overseas, the event served as a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge exchange and discovering innovative solutions. The success of glasspex INDIA & glasspro INDIA 2025 clearly reflects the industry’s immense growth potential.”
Day 1 concluded with the 6 th Glass Bulletin Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements of individuals and companies contributing to the glass industry’s growth. The glittering ceremony brought the industry together for an evening of recognition and celebration.
In parallel, the 15th International Conference, organised by The All India Glass Manufacturers' Federation (AIGMF) on 11th September, brought together over 130 delegates for in-depth deliberations on the theme ‘AI and Digitalisation – The Future for Sustainable Glassmaking.’
The shows concluded on a high note with strong optimism for the future of the industry. The 9th edition of glasspex INDIA and 6th edition of glasspro INDIA will return to the Bombay Exhibition Center from 23–25 September 2027.
For more information on the shows, visit: www.glasspex.com | www.glassproindia.com
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