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Gear up for Indian sub-continent’s biggest woodworking tech-fest over 5 days at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre

From 26^th February to 2^nd March 2026, Bengaluru will once again become the epicentre of the global woodworking and furniture manufacturing industry as IndiaWood returns to the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre.

Organised by NürnbergMesse India, the global summit for woodworking, furniture production and mattress manufacturing continues to strengthen its position. This year it is poised to be the largest edition in its history, playing host to more than 1,000 brands from more than 50 countries, displaying their products and services over 85,000 square metres of exhibition space – a 15% growth over the previous edition.

More than 90,000 visitors – furniture manufacturers and traders, material suppliers and service providers, architects and interior designers, alongside woodworking experts – are expected to attend the 5-day trade fair.

The scale and diversity of participation will reflect strong global confidence in India’s manufacturing capabilities and align with the country’s ‘Viksit Bharat’ vision. The event is further supported by Eumabois, the European federation of woodworking machinery manufacturers.

Industry trends

As the free trade agreement between India and the European Union moves forward – hailed by policymakers as the “mother of all deals” – it augurs well for India’s woodworking and furniture sector by enabling greater market access to European markets.

The pact is expected to reduce or eliminate tariffs on a large majority of traded goods, boost exports of engineered wood products and components into the EU and facilitate smoother inflows of advanced machinery and industrial inputs. This will create positive momentum for exports, innovation, and international collaboration. These are the very areas where IndiaWood continues to play a facilitating role.

IndiaWood 2026 will spotlight a clear shift towards compact door and fitting systems, enabling higher levels of precision engineering, optimised material usage and seamless integration into modern production environments.

Exhibitors will present advanced surface technologies alongside nature-inspired materials including woodgrains, veneers, rattan and fabric-look surfaces, addressing global demand for durability, consistency and design flexibility at scale.

Sustainability remains a core focus, with solutions centred on certified wood, bio-based adhesives, low-emission products, and responsible manufacturing practices aligned with international standards.

The B2B exhibition will also showcase acoustic and performance-driven interior solutions, catering to the evolving requirements of commercial and institutional applications.

 

 

Tech, knowledge

On the technology front, IndiaWood 2026 will feature automation-led manufacturing solutions, compact and upgradeable machinery, advanced CNC processing, and digital tools for production planning and integration, reinforcing the industry’s transition towards Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing.

These technologies are designed to enhance productivity, scalability and operational efficiency while supporting manufacturers in meeting both domestic and international demand.

A strong emphasis on Made-in-India, high-quality manufacturing positions the trade show as a platform where Indian production capabilities intersect with global technologies, materials, and best practices.

Strengthening the exhibition is Wood+ in Architecture & Design (W+AD), a focused day-long conference featuring curated keynote sessions and panel discussions, scheduled to take place on 27^th February.

W+AD will explore the expanding role of wood in architecture, construction and sustainable design, fostering dialogue between manufacturers, architects and designers to align production capabilities with evolving application needs.

At IndiaWood, skill development remains a key pillar, with dedicated initiatives focused on enhancing workforce readiness and supporting the industry’s transition toward globally competitive manufacturing standards.

 

 

 

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