8,209 attendees from diverse sectors explored a wide range of products and solutions across the
three-day event
Mumbai, 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 HardwareM 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 9
th
edition of glasspex INDIA and 6
th 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
About the Organisers
Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt. Ltd. is a fully owned subsidiary of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH which is a
global player both as a trade fair organiser and as a provider of trade fair related services for exhibitors
and visitors. Messe Düsseldorf India has been successfully staging established trade fairs like, In-Store
Asia, Medical Fair India, FAMDENT Shows & Awards, glasspex India, glasspro India, pacprocess & food
pex Mumbai, India Essen Welding & Cutting, wire India, Tube India, METEC India, ProWine Mumbai
and Valve World Expo India. Besides organising successful trade fairs in India, the company is also the
exclusive Sales representative of Messe Düsseldorf Group for the Indian Market and is canvassing
Indian customers to Events of Messe Düsseldorf Group worldwide.
Glass Bulletin is the fastest growing top-notch quarterly journal of India for the global glass industry.
It is the ideal platform, in print and online, for publication of news, reports, products details and
exhibition information related to glass industry.
Media Contact:
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