The Laser World of Photonics India 2025 event wrapped up at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, solidifying its status as more than just a national trade fair; it serves as a vital platform for global strategies and market access in one of the world’s key growth economies. The event’s strategic importance reflects the increasing integration of advanced photonics and laser technologies into India’s ambitious industrial and manufacturing transformation. Over three days, the event fostered high-density networking and strategic deal-making, emphasizing its essential role for both multinational corporations and domestic leaders.
Event statistics underscore its commercial significance: over 150 exhibiting entities from more than 20 countries occupied 6,000 square meters, engaging a qualified audience of 10,844 industry professionals and facilitating over 500 pre-scheduled B2B meetings. This gathering of supply and demand highlights the event’s role as a crucial lever for market entry and expansion strategies in South Asia. Bhupinder Singh, President IMEA of Messe München and CEO of Messe Muenchen India, stated, “The discussions at this year’s event have fundamentally shifted from ‘why’ to ‘how.’ We are no longer merely validating the potential of the Indian market; we are facilitating large-scale technological integration.
The quality of engagement here directly influences capital allocation and partnership strategies for the year ahead, reinforcing this event’s strategic importance for executives.” Dr. Reinhard Pfeiffer, CEO of Messe München, added, “For global players, India presents two significant opportunities: a vast domestic market and a rapidly evolving innovation hub. The conversations we have observed here are not just about individual sales; they focus on co-development, localizing supply chains, and forming long-term strategic partnerships. This event serves as the annual venue for those discussions.” H.E. Mr.
Julius Pranevičius, Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, remarked, “This event demonstrates the strategic alignment of global innovation and local expertise, providing a clear pathway for cross-border partnerships that improve supply chain resilience and accelerate technology adoption in rapidly growing markets like India.” The event received strong endorsements from a range of global and domestic industry associations, including VDMA, the European Photonics Industry Consortium (EPIC), the Laser Industries Association of India (LIAI), the National Centre for Additive Manufacturing (NCAM), and the Lithuania Laser Association. This coalition reflects robust industry confidence in India’s strategic direction and the event’s role in promoting cross-border industrial collaboration. Notable attendees included Dr.
Harshan Budke, Vice President and Head of the Technology & Innovation Centre at L&T Precision Engineering and Systems; Dr. Nagahanumaiah, Director of the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute; Mr. Carlos Lee, Director General of EPIC; Ms. Kristina Ananičienė, Executive Director of the Lithuania Laser Association; and Mr. Julius Pranevičius, representing Lithuania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Jaspreet Sidhu, CEO of NCAM, noted, “Laser World of Photonics India has become a significant platform for the automotive and mobility sector. It unites innovators, researchers, and industry leaders to explore how next-generation technologies can improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability in transportation.
The collaborations formed here will bolster India’s quest for self-reliance, global competitiveness, and leadership in future mobility solutions.” The conference agenda was strategically designed to tackle the dual challenges of technological adoption and operational integration. Sessions went beyond technical demonstrations to analyze the business case for photonics in enhancing efficiency, precision, and innovation across supply chains.