Archive · 21 Jan 2026
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
- When
- January 21-25, 2026
- Where
- Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru
- Why
- To showcase the latest developments in metal forming and manufacturing technologies, and to validate industry technologies
- 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