HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Feb 24: At the upcoming 7th edition of DelhiWood, scheduled to take place from March 2 to 5, 2023 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida (DELHI, NCR), the stakeholders from the woodworking and furniture manufacturing industry will get an opportunity to meet numerous national and international decision-makers. On display will be the latest furniture production technologies, woodworking machinery, tools, fittings, accessories, raw materials and products, etc.
Leading players from the woodworking and furniture manufacturing segment will converge at DelhiWood 2023 to meet numerous national and international decision-makers, acquire new customers and discuss key issues including digitalisation, sustainability, skilling, supply chain management and also discover new trends, technologies and materials.
The rising demand for modern interiors including wardrobes and sofas, the growth of residential construction projects as well as the hospitality sector are some of the factors which are bolstering the Indian furniture market. Easy availability of furniture through online and offline distribution channels is fuelling industry expansion across the country.
As a knowledge sharing forum, DelhiWood will feature multiple seminars on latest trends and innovations organised by leading Industry associations as well as skill development programs organised by the Furniture & Fittings Skill Council of India.
Luigi De Vito, president, Eumabois (European Federation of Woodworking Machinery Manufacturers, SCM Group general manager and SCM Wood division director is upbeat about the scope of the Indian market and Industry, “India enjoys a favourable place in the Asian market, it has the technology, the talent as also the demand. So, all in all it is for sure worthwhile to invest in India looking at the great potential the country has on offer.”
Speaking on the occasion, Sonia Prashar, managing director and chairperson of the Board, NuernbergMesse India said, “The demand for wooden furniture in the Indian market is mainly driven by the residential sector. The wood furniture market in India is competitive due to the presence of a large number of small and local manufacturers in the market, accounting for a larger share in production.
The need for modular furniture provides immense opportunities for wooden furniture and hardware owners in the market. We are confident that DelhiWood will succeed in providing the relevant technologies and solutions to meet the demands of this sector.”
The second edition of Wood in Architecture and Design (WAD), a one day conference will be held on March 3.
