Global Metal Forming Industry Converges at IMTEX FORMING 2026 – Asia’s Largest Exhibition on Forming Technologies

Organized by Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA), the upcoming edition of Asia’s prominent exhibition on metal forming and manufacturing technologies, IMTEX FORMING, is scheduled for January 21 – 25, 2026, at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru.

Recognized as Asia’s largest exhibition in its category, the event promises to be a dynamic platform for industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts to explore the latest advancements shaping the future of manufacturing.

A Comprehensive, Cohesive Display

Drawing participation from around 600 exhibitors across 20 countries, including India, IMTEX FORMING 2026 will feature a range of concurrent events designed to cater to diverse industry needs:

• Tooltech – focusing on machine tool accessories, metrology solutions, CAD/CAM tools, tooling systems, and the latest trends in the tooling industry.
• Digital Manufacturing – showcasing real-time solutions in additive manufacturing and Industry 4.0.
• Weldexpo, in association with the Indian Institute of Welding (IIW-India) – featuring the latest welding technologies.
• International Seminar on Forming Technology, ninth edition, on January 22-23, 2026, to explore new trends, equipment, processes, and technologies in metal forming and related fields.
• Moldex India and Fastenex India, organised by Messe Stuttgart, focusing on moulding, fasteners, and fixing technologies respectively, will be co-located alongside IMTEX FORMING 2026

Additionally, the attendees can also look forward to parallel events that aim to foster knowledge exchange and industry-academia collaboration: i2 Academia Square, for example, will provide research institutions a platform to present their R&D initiatives to industry stakeholders. The Jagruti-IMTMA Youth Programme will raise awareness about the latest advancements in manufacturing among young professionals.

Showcasing all aspects of innovation in metal forming across an area of 46,000 sq mt in four halls, the exhibition is slated to host visitors from various sectors, including Automotive and Auto Components, Aerospace and Defence, Medical Equipment, Power, Railway, Construction Equipment, General and Heavy Engineering, Capital Goods, Electrical and Electronics, White and Brown Goods, and many others.

Measuring Success

“Although Metal Forming currently accounts for 29 percent of the Indian machine tool market, the segment is expected to grow measurably in the coming years. In FY25, the consumption of metal forming machine tools was INR 9,139 crore, while production was valued at INR 2,696 crore. Overall metal forming machine tool exports increased by approximately 6 percent year-on-year. Among exports, presses led the list, followed by press brakes, bending machines, and shearing machines,” shared Mohini Kelkar, President, IMTMA.

“Laser and laser-based applications are finding increasing acceptance across industry sectors and we have seen a steady increase in participation by laser-based manufacturers at IMTEX FORMING. Exhibitors will display fibre laser machines, precision levellers, pick-and-place units, servo presses, machine production monitoring systems, welding and 3D printing solutions. IMTEX FORMING 2026 will accelerate the manufacturing of homegrown products and their competitiveness” added Jibak Dasgupta, Director General & CEO, IMTMA.

The exhibition has always lived up to its promise of serving as a unique platform to accelerate the adoption of digital transformation and high-productivity solutions across the manufacturing sector. The forthcoming edition will yet again succeed in enabling businesses to stay competitive in a rapidly transforming industrial landscape.