Ceramic Bangladesh Magazine

A Snapshot of International Ceramic Expos Worldwide

International Ceramic exhibitions are held worldwide for their distinctive ability to bring industrialists and technologists from different corners of the world into single platforms to serve the common purpose of promoting trade. The world’s most advanced technological innovations, equipment, raw materials, dynamic use of advanced ceramics and the best practices available are showcased in these international ceramic exhibitions. These exhibitions often additionally host B2B (business-to-business) meetings, seminars and conferences which result in strengthening professional networks and create further opportunities in establishing footholds in different parts of the world. Tecna – The Future of Surfaces, is an international marketplace organized at the heart of one of the most creative, innovative and technologically sound countries for surfaces, Italy. The exhibition offers the best innovations in aesthetics and processes for the sector every two years.

Tecna, the international exhibition of technologies and surface supplies, is scheduled to be held at the Rimini Expo Centre, Italy, on September 27 to 30, 2022. The event is organized by IEG (Italian Exhibition Group) in collaboration with ACIMAC (Association of Italian Manufacturers of Machinery and Equipment for Ceramics). Today, numerous ceramic exhibitions are held around the world, which help display the latest materials and technologies and provide face-to-face networking and business opportunities to discuss the future challenges and opportunities facing the global ceramics industry.

Tecna – The Future of Surfaces, is an international marketplace organized at the heart of one of the most creative, innovative and technologically sound countries for surfaces, Italy. The exhibition offers the best innovations in aesthetics and processes for the sector every two years. Tecna, the international exhibition of technologies and surface supplies, is scheduled to be held at the Rimini Expo Centre, Italy, on September 27 to 30, 2022. The event is organized by IEG (Italian Exhibition Group) in collaboration with ACIMAC (Association of Italian Manufacturers of Machinery and Equipment for Ceramics).

Tecna represents a global meeting point for technology and innovation for the production of all types of surfaces and materials, from the most traditional to the most innovative ones. The exhibitors get the opportunity to meet national and international buyers from all sectors in the surface industry. Most participants are from Asia, Middle East, Africa, the Mediterranean Area, Europe and Latin America.

CERSAIE – International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings, is the foremost international event for designers of ceramic and other surface coverings and bathroom furnishings. The exhibition is due to be held at Bologna Exhibition Centre, Bologna, Italy, from September 26 to 30, 2022. The expo becomes a dynamic hub for architects or designers, retailers, contractors, installers, interior designers and even people looking to renovate homes or offices. One will get the chance to discover design ideas, architecture conferences, training events and meetings with production companies and discover the new offerings proposed by the market.

 

The Foshan Tanzhou Ceramics Exhibition is due to be held from November 16 to 20, 2022 at Foshan Tanzhou International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The exhibition is organized by Foshan Taolian Technology Development Co. Ltd. The 5-day event will host over 400 exhibitors who will showcase the latest products, processes, and application designs. 20 heavy events will focus on the frontier hot topics of the industry. ASEAN Ceramics is Southeast Asia’s leading international exhibition of machinery, technology, raw materials and advanced ceramics. The event takes place in Thailand and Vietnam on alternate years and is organised by MMI Asia Pte Ltd, a full subsidiary of Messe Munchen GMBH (MMG). ASEAN Ceramics 2022 will take place in Thailand at IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, Bangkok from November 30 to December 02, 2022. The exhibition will also host a three-day conference that would include a high-level plenary sessions and feature a series of presentations and panel discussions on topics ranging from new research on global innovations trends to their impacts on the global ceramic industry by globally renowned speakers. ASEAN Ceramics attracts over 4,000 trade visitors from close to 50 countries. The top visiting countries include China, India, Vietnam, Malaysia, Japan and Indonesia.

The Highly Functional Material Week is organized by RX Japan Ltd. and has two shows, one held in Tokyo and the other in Osaka. The Tokyo show will be held from December 7 to 9, 2022 at Makuhari Messe and the show in Osaka will be held from May 17 to 19, 2023 at INTEX Osaka, Japan. The material week focuses on a range of matters, from film technology, metal, plastic, adhesion and bonding, paint and coating and also highly functional ceramics. The show will feature innovative structural materials, sustainable materials, materials for antibacterial and antiviral and materials for next-generation battery manufacturing. Indian Ceramic Asia, the 17th Edition of the state-of-the-art annual trade fair, is scheduled to be held at the Helipad Exhibition Centre, Gandhi Nagar, India, from February 15 to 17, 2023. The trade fair is jointly organized by Messe Munchen India, a subsidiary of Messe München GmbH and Unifair Exhibition Service Co., Ltd.

The Indian ceramic industry has the potential to become one of the largest producers of ceramics in the world and is looking to double its turnover by 2024. This trade fair and conference for the ceramic and brick industry offers a curated platform for all leading companies to showcase their latest machinery, high-quality raw materials, analysis and laboratory equipment, storage equipment, material handling and much more. This presents the manufacturers or suppliers of raw materials or ceramic production equipment with a platform to meet new partners and clients and help their businesses grow in India.

The 8th Edition of Ceramics Expo 2023, co-located with Thermal Management Expo is to be held at Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi, Michigan, USA, from May 1 to 3, 2023. The Ceramics Expo brings together engineers, decision-makers, end-user OEMs and buyers from across the globe to source new materials, components and technologies, network with like-minded professionals, and discuss the challenges and opportunities in the technical ceramics industry. The expo will also host a conference where industry leaders will share their technical expertise in ceramics and provide real-world case studies, new technologies and materials, along with information on the latest industry trends.

The 37th edition of CERAMICS CHINA 2023 is scheduled to be held from June 19 to 22, 2023 in Canton Fair Pazhou Complex, Guangzhou, China. The exhibition is organized by China Ceramic Industrial Association and Unifair Exhibition Service Co. Ltd. In 30 years, CERAMICS CHINA has grown from a just machinery show to a comprehensive platform for raw materials, decoration materials, technological equipment, spare parts and design services in this sector. CERAMICS CHINA has now become the leading global technological trendsetter by introducing the latest technologies adopted from abroad in the ceramics industry. The major trading platform is attended by over 30 countries and regions including China, Italy, Spain, Germany, UK, France, USA, Japan, Korea, India, etc.

Ceramitec is another leading international trade fair in the ceramic industry organised by Messe München GmbH. As an international trade fair for the suppliers, Ceramitec creates the opportunity for leading manufacturers, users and scientists to meet and share their expertise. This helps raise awareness of new technologies and applications in the ceramic industry, research, and development. Ceramitec 2024 is due to be held at the Messe München exhibition center on April 23 to 26, 2024. Over the course of the four days, more than 600 exhibitors from all over the world will present their portfolios at the ceramics trade fair: machinery, devices, systems, processes, and raw materials.

Every branch of the industry is represented, from classic ceramics through industrial ceramics, ceramic engineering to technical ceramics and powder metallurgy.

The 3rd edition of Ceramic Expo Bangladesh 2022, the biggest international ceramic exhibition in South Asia, is scheduled to be held at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB), Dhaka, from November 24 to 26, 2022. It is the biggest platform for the leading local and international manufacturers, industry experts, exporters and suppliers of ceramics and allied products to come together and showcase their latest products, technology and share their expertise and knowledge about the latest trends and sustainable practices in the ceramic industry. inconsistencies, understand the changing regulations and how they affect the global ceramic industry.

In association with international event partners such as Messe Munchen, ACIMAC and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), this year’s exhibition will be bigger and more eventful. The expo will host several seminars on crucially relevant concerns of the ceramic industry and B2B meetings to ensure the most effective business matchmaking and B2C meetings to ensure product reach. Some key features of the expo are:

• 120 Exhibitors

• 300 Brands

• 20,000 Visitors

• B2B Meetings

• Onsite Product Launching

• Live Demonstrations

The ceramic industry is one of the fastest-growing manufacturing industries in Bangladesh. The ceramic sector has experienced 200 percent growth in the last 10 years.

The industry now exports to the USA, UK, Germany, Italy, Turkey, UAE, Thailand, China, India, and many more. The features of the burgeoning industry that make this international exhibition of ceramics worthwhile are,

• Over 70 Ceramic Manufacturers

• Investment of US$1.7 billion

• 500 Delegates

• 20 Countries

• Seminars

• B2C Meetings

The future of the Ceramic sector in Bangladesh looks very promising. Special investment is being made to enhance the skill set of the workers involved in the ceramic sector. The use of modern technology also keeps on growing and so does the procurement of quality raw materials. Advanced ceramics are also being manufactured on a mass scale which has a lot of potential not only in the markets but also in the lives of people. In the next five years, about 20 new companies are likely to be introduced to this rapidly growing sector. Export is predicted to rise up to around US$100 million and investment will grow to become US$1.0 billion. It’s important that Bangladeshi entrepreneurs achieve this ambitious goal with certainty and serve people all around the world with quality ceramics products ‘Made in Bangladesh’.

• Annual Domestic sale of US$709 million

• Annual Export of over US$50 million

• Exports to over 50 countries

Ceramic Expo Bangladesh 2022 will allow the exhibitors and visitors to experience the uncompromising quality of ceramics, raw materials, innovative technologies, and allow industry professionals to learn about the novel market These international ceramic exhibitions worldwide create greater opportunities and a more integrated global ceramic industry for its sustainable development. The use of ceramics has been around since ancient times but today the uses have significantly expanded to all sectors of our lives. And to keep up with the latest developments, innovations, and the dynamic use of advanced ceramics, exhibiting or even visiting these international ceramic expos is highly effective and heavily encouraged.

Written by Mahfuza Tasnim Noshin