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India Strives to Become Furniture Manufacturing and Woodworking Global Hub
May 31,
2022 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry 
Indiawood, a one-stop solution for technology, machinery, raw materials, components, production processes, tools and accessories for the woodworking and furniture manufacturing sector in India, will hold its 12th edition from June 2 – 6 at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC).
Indiawood will present market leaders from both the demand and supply side, who have successfully enabled the growth of this sector over the years. With country pavilions from Germany, U.S., Canada, Turkey, Malaysia, Finland, Estonia, Taiwan, amongst others, the five-day event will offer a comprehensive range of innovative products and provide information on the latest technological developments. A
Spread over 64,000 sq. meters plus area with five dedicated themed halls, the event is expected to attract a record number of visitors. Visitors from all quarters including furniture manufacturers, kitchen manufacturers, saw millers, board manufacturers, fittings and component manufactures, traders, architects, builders, and interior designers can look forward to the latest in technologies, materials, and innovations over the five-day event.
"As India strives to become a manufacturing hub for the world, key initiatives, such as 'Make in India' and 'Vocal for Local', have played a huge role in terms of giving a boost to the manufacturing sector, including furniture manufacture,” said Sonia Prashar, managing director and chairperson of the board, NuernbergMesse India. “In current times as the demand for furniture continues to increase, we are confident that the platform of INDIAWOOD will succeed in providing the relevant technologies and solutions to meet the demands of this sector"
Wood in Architecture and Design (WAD), one day conference, to be held on June 3rd, concurrent to Indiawood will aim to bring the traditionalists and the modernists on a common platform to explore the versatility, durability, and application of wood in architecture and design. The event is expected to attract Architects, Structural Engineers, Designers and Mass-Timber manufacturers amongst others.