The much-awaited Intralogistics & Warehousing Expo officially opened its doors on December 19, 2024, at the KTPO Convention Centre, Whitefield, Bengaluru. A landmark event for the warehousing, logistics, and supply chain industry, this expo brought together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers under one roof to explore the latest advancements shaping the future of logistics in India.

The inaugural ceremony featured a distinguished panel of dignitaries, including:

• Sri. N. E. Kranthi, Managing Director, Karnataka State Warehousing Corporation
• Sri. M.G. Balakrishna, President, Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry
• Sri. Silvian Noronha, President, Whitefield Area Commerce and Industries Association
• Sri. Manu Raj Bhalla and Sri. Arif Siddiqui, President and Vice President, Warehousing Association of India
• Sri. Amit Mittal, Director, Association of Warehouse Developers
• Sri. Abhishek Minhas, Regional Manager, Central Warehousing Corporation
• Sri. Fletcher Samuel, AGM – Cargo, Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru
• Sri. Dhirendra Kumar Das, Head – Supply Chain, Ultratech Cement
• Sri. Shanoj Devassy, Head – Logistics & Customer Service, Britannia Industries
• Representatives from JLL India, Sri. Manjunath SR and Sri. Ashwin Kunder

The exhibition, which is South India’s largest event dedicated to warehousing, logistics, and supply chain solutions, aims to meet the growing demand for more efficient systems as trade and commerce flourish in India.

Unparalleled Networking and Innovations

The event features over 150 global suppliers showcasing new to latest solutions ranging from warehouse infrastructure, automation, robotics, and material handling equipment to logistics services and supply chain consulting. Attendees can explore live demonstrations and connect with industry giants, including Gandhi Automation, Racks & Rollers, Action Construction Equipment, Addverb Technologies, JCB, TATA Bluescope, and many more.

Insightful Conferences Driving the Future of Logistics

Complementing the exhibitioms are two power-packed conferences—the Warehousing & Supply Chain Summit and the E-Commerce Logistics Summit. These gatherings feature over 75 thought leaders from renowned companies like IKEA, Google, Flipkart, and ITC, sharing insights on optimizing and automating logistics for the digital age.

A Vision for India’s Logistics Future

Speaking at the event, Mr. Janish Jafri, Project Director of the Intralogistics & Warehousing Expo, said, “This exhibition is a game-changer for industry players looking to enhance their supply chain efficiency. It offers unparalleled opportunities to discover innovative solutions for reducing costs and improving logistics performance.”

Mr. Siddharth Narain, Co-Founder & Director of Future Market Events, added, “As India’s logistics and warehousing market continues its remarkable growth, this exhibition stands as a platform to unlock new opportunities. We are thrilled to host this landmark event in Bengaluru, India’s hub for innovation and commerce.” The Intralogistics & Warehousing Expo is set to continue until December 21, 2024, providing a unique platform to drive supply chain excellence in India.