The entire plastics recycling and PU and foam fraternity explored sustainable innovations in PU foam and plastics recycling at the event.

Mumbai, December 04, 2024: UTECH India Sustainable Polyurethane & Foam Expo (UTECH ISPUF) and the Plastics Recycling Show India (PRSI), opened at Hall 4, Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Organised by international trade-show organisers, Media Fusion and Crain Communications, these co-located events focus on advancing sustainability in polyurethane, foam, and plastics recycling. With India's plastics recycling market projected to grow from 9.9 million tons in 2023 to 23.7 million tonnes by 2032, at a CAGR of 9.86%, the events aim to drive innovation and establish new benchmarks for eco-friendly practices in these industries. Additionally, India polyurethane foam market size valued at USD 3.74 billion in 2023, is projected to reach at USD 6.76 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 6.30% during 2024-2032.

The inauguration of the event was a grand affair with distinguished dignitaries gracing the occasion. Esteemed dignitaries for UTECH ISPUF included Mr Jaiprakash Bhatia, Chairman, Builders Association of India; Mr Sanjay Gupta, President, Indian Footwear Components Manufacturers Association; Mr Mahesh Bangad, Chairman, Architects, Engineers & Surveyors Association; Mr Gaurav Sachdeva, Director, Chemie Products; Mr Anuraag Purie, Owner, AS Enterprises; Mr Jinen Jain, Managing Director, Prakash Textiles Mills; Mr Prashant Jain, Director – Marketing, Libra Mattress, and Mr Hufeza Samplewala, President, Association of Furniture Manufacturers and Traders.

For the plastics recycling show, notable dignitaries included Mr Ton Emans, President, Plastic Recyclers Europe; Mr Shailendra Singh, Director General, Association of PET Recyclers – Bharat; Ms Garima Mishra, Chief Advisor – South East Asia, Alliance to End Plastic Waste; Mr Prabhakar Milavarapu, CMO, Sri Chakra; Mr Ankit Jain, Director, Ribotl; Mr Suresh Varadarajan, Managing Director, SI Group India Pvt Ltd along with other prominent figures committed to sustainability and innovation in recycling and packaging.

The event also features a pavilion showcasing the Middle East's leading trade show on mattress manufacturing – Sleep Expo India Pavilion, focused on mattress recycling technologies such as machinery, textiles, and yarn. Sponsored by Duroflex Pvt Ltd as the Mattress & Cushioning Partner, the pavilion offers valuable insights into circular economy practices, waste management innovations, and sustainable solutions vital for the industry's future.

The events hosted prominent brands such as Chemie Products Private Limited, AS Enterprises, Duroflex Pvt Ltd, Speb Adhesives, Jay Elastomers Pvt Ltd, Meenakshi Polymers Pvt Ltd, Dalmia Polypro, Dodhia Plastics, Plastics for Change, Leevams Inc., Starlinger & Co GmbH, NEPRA Resource Management, Srichakra Polyplast, Ribotl all showcasing their latest sustainable solutions.  

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