As the woodworking and furniture manufacturing industry gears up for IndiaWood 2025, the stage is set for thought-provoking discussions, expert insights and industry-driven initiatives.

Organised by the Indian Woodworking Machinery Manufacturers and Traders Association (IWMMTA) and facilitated by Nürnberg Messe India, this year’s event aims to address key challenges and opportunities in India’s journey to becoming a global furniture manufacturing powerhouse.

Aakash Patel, Founder of Shadowline Furniture, will explore how innovative design strategies can help Indian manufacturers increase exports, enhance consumer appeal and drive industry growth. This discussion will highlight India’s strengths in aesthetic innovation and how it can position itself as a global leader.

‘Furniture Ka Badshah’! Govind Assudani (CEO, IMA Schelling India), Gopi Theerthagiri (Managing Director, Woodtech Consultants), Raghavendra N.K. (Co-Founder & Principal Consultant, Pensare Solutions, will present an unconventional approach in a unique and engaging format.

Through a mix of humour, storytelling, and industry insights, the performance will highlight manufacturing inefficiencies, skill gaps, raw material sourcing, and the role of advanced technology in scaling up operations.

By stepping away from conventional presentations, the association hopes to make a lasting impression on the audience while delivering a powerful message on the path forward for India’s woodworking sector.

Apart from these exciting sessions, the IWMMTA will also host expert-led discussions in the morning, featuring new speakers who will share their expertise on technology, market trends and industry best practices.

With a dynamic blend of knowledge-sharing, interactive performances, and strategic discussions, the IWMMTA programme at IndiaWood 2025 is set to be a must-attend event for manufacturers, traders and professionals in the woodworking sector.

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