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IMTEX FORMING 2026 Opens in Bengaluru
IMTEX FORMING 2026 is a big event about making things from metal.
It happened in Bengaluru and lasted five days.
Lots of companies from different countries showed their latest machines and tools.
Important people from the industry talked about how important this event is.
They said that even though electric cars are coming, regular cars will still be important for a long time.
They also talked about how new technologies and research can help India make better things.
The event had many other smaller events and shows too.
Lots of people are expected to visit and see the latest machines and tools.
IMTEX FORMING 2026, a metal forming and manufacturing technologies exhibition, opened in Bengaluru on January 21, 2026.
The event features 714 exhibitors from 24 countries and is expected to attract 50,000 visitors over five days.
Key speakers highlighted the relevance of internal combustion engine vehicles and the importance of advanced manufacturing processes.
The exhibition showcases the latest developments in presses, bending, welding, robotics, automation, additive manufacturing, and AI.
Parallel events include Tooltech, Digital Manufacturing, Weldexpo, and seminars on forming technology and academic-industry initiatives.
- Who
- Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA), global exhibitors, industry leaders
- What
- IMTEX FORMING 2026, an exhibition on metal forming and manufacturing technologies
- Where
- Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru
- When
- January 21-25, 2026
- Why
- To showcase the latest developments in metal forming and manufacturing technologies, and to validate industry technologies
Key facts
- Event Name
- IMTEX FORMING 2026
- Location
- Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC)
- Organizer
- Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA)
- Duration
- January 21-25, 2026
- Exhibitors
- 714 from 24 countries
- Trade Delegations
- 200
- Expected Visitors
- 50,000
- Metal Forming Consumption (FY 2024–25)
- ₹9,139 crore
- Metal Forming Production (FY 2024–25)
- ₹2,696 crore
Quotes
Dr. S Rajkumar
President of the Engine Component Division at Rane (Madras) Limited
“The exhibition serves as a platform for the machine tool industry to validate its technologies.”
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“Internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles would continue to remain relevant for at least the next two decades.”
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Tarun Mehta
Co-founder and CEO of Ather Energy
“Advanced manufacturing processes and new material capabilities enable innovation.”
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“Sustained investment in research and development would help India strengthen its manufacturing ecosystem.”
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Jamshyd N Godrej
Chairman (Exhibitions) of IMTMA
“The government’s recognition of the machine tool industry through various policy initiatives.”
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“Exhibitions such as IMTEX contribute significantly to trade and commerce.”
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Mohini Kelkar
President of IMTMA
“Metal forming consumption in India stood at ₹9,139 crore in FY 2024–25, while production was ₹2,696 crore.”
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“The segment currently accounts for 29 percent of the Indian machine tool market and is expected to grow substantially in the coming years.”
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Sources
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