Ammann India, a leading manufacturer of road construction equipment and the only company in India offering up to 60% advanced asphalt recycling solutions, hosted a seminar on “Recycling Technologies in Road Construction” at Novotel Hi Tech City, Hyderabad.
The seminar brought together over 70 delegates from 35 organisations representing the road construction, infrastructure, research, and policymaking ecosystem. The discussions focused on how recycling technologies can help improve resource efficiency, reduce project costs, and support sustainable road development in India.
With material costs continuing to rise and sustainability becoming a key priority for infrastructure projects, the event provided a platform for industry experts to exchange insights on the wider adoption of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) and other recycling technologies.
The seminar featured presentations from industry and academic experts, including Mr. Prasad Dayal, General Manager, Ammann India, Mr. Martinho J. Fernandes, Assistant Vice President and Product Head, Asphalt Plants, Ammann India, Dr. Dharamveer Singh, Professor at IIT Bombay, Dr. Manoranjan Parida, Former Director, CSIR-CRRI, Dr. Ramya Sri Mullapudi, Assistant Professor, IIT Hyderabad, and Mr. Rajesh Kumar Pandey, Independent Director, Vertis Infrastructure Trust. The sessions explored a range of topics related to sustainable road construction, including asphalt recycling technologies, high RAP utilisation, pavement recycling practices, rejuvenator technologies, evolving policy frameworks, and the future of asphalt recycling in India.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Dheeraj Panda, Managing Director, Ammann India, said, “The defining question for India’s road construction industry over the next decade will not be how much infrastructure we build, but how much value we can create while consuming fewer virgin resources. The industry’s competitive advantage will increasingly come from innovation, circularity, and technology-led resource optimisation. Solutions such as Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) represent a fundamental shift in how we think about road assets as resources which can be renewed. Collaboration between industry, policymakers, researchers, and technology providers are critical to enable an ecosystem for recycling. Through discussions like these Ammann aims to achieve this and make recycling an integral part of road construction in India.”
Experts highlighted the growing potential of RAP to reduce dependence on virgin raw materials while maintaining pavement quality and performance and shared interesting insights on how advanced RAP technologies can substantially reduce virgin aggregate consumption, lower fuel consumption and generate cost savings. Participants also discussed pathways to increase recycling rates in India through greater technology adoption, policy support, and industry awareness.
The seminar also highlighted the significant opportunities for recycling-led road construction in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, where continued investments in transportation infrastructure are driving demand for advanced construction technologies.
Ammann India commands an estimated 50% market share across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and has supported several road infrastructure projects in the region. Through its technology portfolio and local presence, the company continues to work closely with contractors and project stakeholders to advance sustainable road construction practices.
At the national level, Ammann India remains at the forefront of asphalt recycling innovation.
The seminar concluded with a shared commitment from participants to strengthen collaboration and accelerate the adoption of recycling technologies, reinforcing the role of sustainable construction practices in meeting India’s growing infrastructure needs.
India’s concrete, cement, construction materials and infrastructure technology ecosystem came together for the 12th edition of World of Concrete India 2026, organised by Informa Markets in India at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Taking place from June 3 to 5, 2026, the three-day exhibition opened against the backdrop of India’s expanding infrastructure pipeline, rapid urbanisation, real estate growth and increasing demand for advanced construction solutions. With the Union Budget allocating a record ₹12.2 lakh crore towards capital expenditure for FY 2026–27, equivalent to approximately 4.4% of GDP, the event provides a timely platform for industry stakeholders to explore innovations and partnerships that support India’s next phase of infrastructure development.
Showcasing the scale and strategic importance of India’s construction value chain, World of Concrete India 2026 brings together more than 350 leading brands and over 18,000 trade visitors, reinforcing its position as a premier sourcing, networking and knowledge-sharing platform for the concrete, cement and infrastructure industries. The exhibition showcases solutions across Precast Technologies & Formwork, Industrial & Commercial Flooring, Concrete, Cement & Dry Mortar, Scaffolding & Construction Safety Solutions, Construction Equipment & Batching Plants, Construction Chemicals, BIM & Management Software, AI-driven Solutions and TMT Bars.
The expo inauguration witnessed the presence of distinguished policymakers, industry leaders and infrastructure stakeholders, reflecting the growing significance of the platform within India’s construction ecosystem. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Dr. L.P. Singh, Director General, National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCB); Dr. Vishal Ramesh Thombare, Deputy Chief Engineer, Department of Roads, Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai; Mr. Ravindra Tyagi, National President, Builders’ Association of India (North Region); Mr. Hiranmay Mahanta, CEO, i-Hub Gujarat; Mr. Suyyog Kellusskar, Senior Director, IGS, 1Lattice; Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India; and Mr. Rajneesh Khattar, Sr. Group Director, Energy & Construction Portfolio, Informa Markets in India, among other eminent guests.
Positioning NCB’s role in advancing sustainable and indigenous construction technologies, Dr. L.P. Singh, Director General, National Council for Cement and Building Materials, said, “India’s construction sector is set for unprecedented growth, with cement production expected to rise from nearly 500 million tonnes today to around 2,100 million tonnes by 2047 and 2,800 million tonnes by 2070. As this growth accelerates, sustainability, decarbonisation and indigenous development of construction materials must move in parallel. At NCB, our focus is on supporting the cement, concrete and building materials ecosystem through research, standardisation, testing, training, skill development and industry-linked innovation. The future of construction will depend on solutions that are not only green and sustainable, but also performance-driven and cost-competitive for real market adoption.”
Commenting on India’s evolving construction landscape,Mr. Suyyog Kellusskar, Senior Director, IGS, 1Lattice, said, “India is not just building faster, it is building differently. The country is in the middle of a structural construction super cycle, with construction GVA expected to more than double from ₹28 trillion today to ₹58.8 trillion by 2035, growing at an 8.6% CAGR. With government infrastructure capex of ₹11.21 lakh crore in FY26, rising urbanisation, a housing shortage of 31.2 million homes, and strong growth across RMC, precast concrete and construction chemicals, the opportunity ahead is both large and transformative. As India works towards its 2047 ambitions, faster adoption of mechanisation, advanced materials, RMC, precast solutions and technology-led execution will be critical to improving quality, timelines and sustainability across the construction ecosystem.”
Addressing the need for durable pavement solutions in a city with complex weather, traffic and topographical conditions, Dr. Vishal Ramesh Thombare, Deputy Chief Engineer, Department of Roads, Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, said, “Mumbai’s road infrastructure has to withstand nearly 3,000–3,500 mm of annual rainfall, high-tide impact, continuous traffic movement and varied axle loads. Considering these conditions, the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai has been steadily converting asphalt roads into concrete since 1989, with around 1,400 km of the 2,035 km road network already concretised. The use of concrete roads, white topping and concrete patching solutions is helping improve pavement durability, reduce water-related deterioration and address the pothole challenge in a sustainable way. Platforms like World of Concrete India 2026 are important as they bring together the right technologies, materials and industry knowledge to support more resilient and future-ready urban infrastructure.”
Highlighting the role of technology and mechanisation in transforming the construction sector, Mr. Ravindra Tyagi, National President, Builders’ Association of India, North Region, said, “The construction industry has witnessed a major shift from labour-intensive practices to technology-led and machinery-driven execution. Platforms like World of Concrete India are important as they expose builders and contractors to modern equipment that can improve speed, quality and project delivery. As India’s infrastructure and housing needs continue to grow, mechanisation, skilled operations and timely execution will be critical to building a stronger and more efficient construction ecosystem.”
Highlighting Gujarat’s innovation-led approach to strengthening the construction technology ecosystem, Mr. Hiranmay Mahanta, CEO, i-Hub Gujarat, said, “India has witnessed the rise of nearly 200,000 technology startups over the last decade, and construction technology and proptech are emerging as important areas for breakthrough innovation. At i-Hub Gujarat, we are connecting industry challenges with the strength of our academic ecosystem, comprising 100,000 faculty members and 2 million students, and supporting young innovators with grants of up to ₹50 lakh to solve real-world problems. Over the last seven years, this approach has helped create 11,000 enterprises from 2,500 colleges and 109 universities in Gujarat, along with 3,200 patent filings and 600 granted patents. Platforms like World of Concrete India can play a vital role in helping industry leaders, builders and startups collaborate, adopt new technologies, and accelerate India’s journey from ideas to market-ready construction solutions.”
Speaking on the growing opportunities emerging from India’s infrastructure and construction landscape, Mr Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India said, “India’s construction industry is projected to reach nearly USD 1.4 trillion by 2030, positioning the country among the world’s largest and fastest-growing construction markets. This growth is being driven by sustained investments in transportation infrastructure, high-speed rail corridors, logistics and warehousing networks, industrial parks, urban redevelopment projects and emerging City Economic Regions that are reshaping the country’s economic and development landscape. As infrastructure projects become larger, more complex and increasingly focused on sustainability, the demand for advanced construction materials, digital technologies, automation and innovative building solutions continues to rise. World of Concrete India 2026 reflects this transformation by bringing together leading industry stakeholders, global expertise, cutting-edge technologies and strategic partnerships on a single platform, helping accelerate the delivery of smarter, more resilient and future-ready infrastructure that will support India’s long-term growth ambitions.”
World of Concrete India 2026 offers attendees a comprehensive showcase of product innovation, live technology demonstrations, and business engagement opportunities designed to address the evolving requirements of infrastructure, commercial construction, real estate, and industrial projects
Leading Indian and global enterprises including UltraTech Cement, JSW Cement, Sika India, Asian Paints, Kansai Nerolac Paints, Natural Cemeco, Mapei, Chryso India, Fosroc, Neptune Industries, Shree Premix Industries, Silicon Infratech, Himadri and Chryso Saint-Gobain, among others, are showcasing advanced solutions across the construction value chain.
Supported by leading industry associations and knowledge partners, the 12th edition of World of Concrete India 2026 has received the patronage of the Builders’ Association of India (BAI), the Drymortar Association, the Readymix Concrete Manufacturers Association (RMCMA), the India Concrete Institute and the Precast Manufacturers Association of India.
This industry momentum gains added relevance as the opening of World of Concrete India 2026 coincides with Global Exhibitions Day. The occasion reflects the continued role of exhibitions in moving sector-specific conversations beyond discussion, enabling ideas, technologies and market opportunities to translate into partnerships, adoption and measurable progress.
Under the visionary leadership of Sukhraj Nahar, CREDAI-MCHI, the apex body of real estate developers in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), hosted its first-ever exclusive Property Expo for Channel Partners at the Jio World Convention Centre, bringing together over 5,000+ channel partners and 48 channel partner associations on a unified platform created to strengthen the critical bridge between developers and homebuyers. Recognising that nearly 60% of real estate sales are driven through the channel partner ecosystem, the initiative was conceptualised to reinforce ease of doing business, recognise the contribution of channel partners, and foster stronger partnership across the real estate value chain.
The expo was conceptualised as a recognition platform for channel partners, bringing together the entire real estate ecosystem to deepen engagement and create a more seamless pathway for homebuyers. The event witnessed participation from channel partners across Mumbai, the wider MMR region, Pune and Nasik reflecting the growing scale, reach and interconnectedness of the real estate brokerage ecosystem across key markets .With the Mumbai Metropolitan Region today comprising an estimated 45,000–60,000 active channel partners nearly 12,000–18,000 of whom operate as highly active institutional and semi-organised players their contribution has become central to market movement, influencing nearly 50–60% of residential transactions across MMR. By enabling direct engagement between developers, channel partners and project teams, the initiative simplifies the homebuying journey, enhances transparency and reinforces trust. This integrated approach not only improves ease of doing business for industry stakeholders but also contributes to ease of living by helping homebuyers make more informed and confident decisions.
At the same time, the initiative reinforces CREDAI-MCHI’s commitment to empowering channel partners by creating a dedicated platform for business acceleration. With the ecosystem estimated to be growing at 10–15% annually, and organised institutional channel partner firms expanding at 18–25% year-on-year, this momentum is being fuelled by rising residential demand, redevelopment activity, infrastructure-led growth and digital lead generation across key micro-markets such as Thane, Navi Mumbai, Central Suburbs and extended Western suburbs. By bringing leading developers and channel partners together under one roof, the expo enables faster knowledge exchange, stronger business networking, real-time inventory access and smoother partnership, helping channel partners engage more effectively while driving higher quality transactions across MMR’s residential market, which continues to account for over 30,000 quarterly housing sales as India’s largest housing market.
Emphasising the importance of trust and awareness, Mr. Boman Irani, Chairman, CREDAI National, said: “Trust remains the most critical currency in real estate, and Platforming that trust requires deeper partnership across the ecosystem. This initiative addresses a critical missing link by bridging the gap between homebuyers and developers through channel partners, creating a stronger and more transparent connection across the transaction journey. The more informed and closely connected channel partners are with developers, their teams and their service ethos, the greater the trust they can build with customers. Today’s homebuyers seek confidence and credibility before making one of the most significant investments of their lives, and that trust can only be built through deeper knowledge, transparency and stronger relationships across the ecosystem”
Speaking on the vision behind the initiative, Mr. Sukharaj Singh Nahar, President, CREDAI-MCHI, said: “Channel partners are the true ambassadors of our industry, acting as the vital bridge between developers and homebuyers and driving nearly 60% of residential transactions. This first-of-its-kind expo has been created to recognise their contribution, deepen ease of doing business and bring together a fragmented ecosystem on one unified platform. By enabling direct engagement with over 50 leading developers, we are creating an environment of greater trust, sharper market understanding and stronger collaboration that will help drive the next phase of growth for Mumbai’s real estate sector.”
Highlighting the trust-led nature of today’s real estate market, Mr. Rushi Mehta, Secretary, CREDAI-MCHI, said: “For us, it is ultimately about maintaining the trust factor and strengthening a process built on transparency. With RERA, today’s homebuyer has access to accurate and verified information from project approvals and sale agreements to available inventory and units already sold. Buyers today are extremely informed and cannot be misled. While technology and AI are enabling faster engagement, real estate transactions still depend on human trust, and channel partners remain central to building that confidence.”
Speaking on the evolving nature of the sector, Mr. Nikunj Sanghavi, Treasurer, CREDAI-MCHI and Exhibition Co- Convener, said: “Real estate today is not just about driving business; it is about enabling long-term growth and empowering buyers to make smarter decisions. Today’s customer is not simply choosing a home they are choosing a home that fits their aspirations, lifestyle and long-term value expectations. MMR continues to hold tremendous potential for this growth. Pricing is ultimately a function of demand and supply, and today’s customers are highly particular, informed and detail-oriented when evaluating projects.”
Adding perspective on broader market growth, Mr. Jitendra Mehta, Senior Vice President, CREDAI-MCHI, said: “India’s real estate growth story continues to remain strong, driven by rising aspirations and increasing purchasing capacity. While global uncertainties may create short-term sentiment shifts, their impact remains only a temporary blip. For India to unlock greater NRI and reverse migration-led investments, regulatory support around ease of buying, selling and fund repatriation will be critical. We are not competing with global markets; we are focused on building better products and creating a stronger, more future-ready real estate ecosystem.”
The event was graced by Mr. Sukharaj Singh Nahar, President, CREDAI-MCHI; Mr. Rushi Mehta, Secretary, CREDAI-MCHI; Mr. Boman Irani, Chairman, CREDAI National; Mr. Nikunj Sanghavi, Joint Secretary, CREDAI-MCHI and Exhibition Convener; Mr. Jitendra Mehta, Senior Vice President, CREDAI-MCHI, Mr. Mayur Shah, Mr. Shailesh Sanghvi, Mr. Prashant Khandelwal, Mr. Sunny Bijlani along with senior office bearers, leading developers, and Presidents of all participating channel partner associations, who were felicitated during the event for their contribution to strengthening Mumbai’s real estate ecosystem
Additionally the expo held projects from more than 51 leading developers were showcased at the expo, spanning offerings from ₹100 crore developments to premium residences priced at ₹1 lakh per sq. ft., ensuring opportunities across every category and buyer segment. This assumes greater significance considering that the Mumbai Metropolitan Region accounts for nearly ₹2.5 lakh crore in residential sales approximately 40% of India’s total residential market. With India’s real estate sector projected to contribute 15% to GDP in a $5 trillion economy, the industry is steadily progressing toward becoming a $1 trillion market, making stronger channel partner collaboration essential to sustaining this momentum.
A key highlight of the event was the felicitation of all 48 participating channel partner associations, including representatives such as Chandresh Vithalani and Ashish Mehta from National Association of Realtors, Jatin Shah from South MetroCity Association of Realtors, and Raju Achpilia from The Association of Real Estate Agent, recognising their invaluable role in market outreach, customer engagement and transaction enablement. The overwhelming participation further reinforced the growing need for dedicated, relationship-driven business platforms that foster trust, transparency and long-term industry growth.
Designed as a recurring initiative, the expo marks a defining step in CREDAI-MCHI’s commitment to building a more organised, collaborative and efficient real estate ecosystem where channel partners continue to remain at the centre of business acceleration and homebuyer confidence.
Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering software company, recently hosted Illuminate Mumbai 2026, bringing together infrastructure leaders, policymakers, technology experts, and academia to explore how AI-driven engineering and digital twins are accelerating India’s journey toward Viksit Bharat 2047.
As infrastructure continues to anchor India’s economic and social transformation, this year’s event focused on moving beyond digital adoption toward scaling intelligent, connected infrastructure ecosystems. Discussions centered on leveraging infrastructure AI, open data environments, and digital twin technologies to enhance project delivery, sustainability, and long-term asset performance across sectors.
According to Kaushik Chakraborty, senior vice president, Asia Pacific, Bentley Systems, “Illuminate Mumbai 2026 underscores a defining shift in India’s infrastructure landscape from digitization to intelligent, AI-powered execution. With the right integration of data and technology, India is well-positioned to meet its infrastructure goals and set global benchmarks in efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.”
Key Event Highlights Include:
Opening Address: Kamalakannan Thiruvadi, Regional Executive, South Asia, Bentley Systems, set the tone by highlighting India’s opportunity to lead global infrastructure innovation through AI, digital twins, and connected data ecosystems.
Leadership Dialogue on India’s Infrastructure Future: A featured session titled “Engineering India’s Future: How AI-Driven Infrastructure Will Power Viksit Bharat 2047” brought together Kaushik Chakraborty and Amit Sharma, Managing Director & CEO, Tata Consulting Engineers, to discuss the role of AI in transforming large-scale infrastructure development.
Executive Keynote: Francois Valois, Senior Vice President, Open Applications, Bentley Systems, delivered a keynote on empowering the future of infrastructure through open, interoperable technologies and scalable digital platforms.
Bentley Infrastructure Cloud Showcase: A dedicated session highlighted how Bentley Infrastructure Cloud is enabling integrated project lifecycle management from design and engineering to operations, featuring perspectives from industry leaders across engineering and EPC organizations.
Water Infrastructure Innovation Panel: Experts from government, utilities, and consulting organizations discussed how emerging technologies are reshaping India’s water infrastructure, emphasizing sustainability, efficiency, and resilience in alignment with national priorities.
Experience Centre & Demonstrations: Attendees explored Bentley’s latest innovations through immersive demonstrations, showcasing real-world applications of digital twins and AI-driven workflows.
Illuminate Mumbai 2026 reinforced Bentley’s commitment to supporting India’s infrastructure ambitions by enabling a data-driven, AI-powered, and digitally connected ecosystem.
· The partnership will be with MMRDA & CIDCO, aimed at accelerating Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) over the next 10 years
· The collaboration has the potential to generate approximately ~3 lakh direct and indirect jobs
RMZ, the group owned by the Menda family and Asia’s leading integrated alternative-assets platform, today announced a strategic investment partnership with Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and City & Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Limited (CIDCO) at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos. Under this strategic partnership, RMZ will facilitate investments of up to USD 30 billion across theMumbaiMetropolitan Region over thenext ten years in a phased mannerwiththepotential to generateapproximately3lakhdirectandindirectjobs across theproject lifecycle.Thecollaboration is aimed at driving economic growth through FDI in urban, regional, and infrastructure development.
Aspartofthe partnershipwithMMRDA,RMZwillleadinvestmentstructuringandcapitalmobilisation, along with master planning, development, and long-term asset management, drawing on global best practices across real estate assets, infrastructure, logistics parks, and data centers. MMRDA will facilitate land identification and aggregation, provide policy level support and planning along with the approval process for the project.
Additionally, as part of the association with CIDCO, RMZ will develop new data centre and commercial projects in Navi Mumbai. The project is expected to commence in the financial year 2026-27, with CIDCO supporting RMZ in obtaining all the necessary permissions, land allotments, approval and clearances from relevant government departments, in line with the existing policies and regulations of the Government of Maharashtra.
“We are excited about announcing the partnership with RMZ as it aligns with Maharashtra’s broader vision to attract large-scale technology-led infrastructure projects, strengthen digital resilience, and support India’s growing demand for data-driven services,” said CIDCO spokesperson. “Navi Mumbai is fast becoming the preferred destination for high-value data centre and digital infrastructure capabilities. Through this collaboration, CIDCO aims to enable planned, future-ready development by facilitating the necessary infrastructure, approvals and ecosystem support required for long-term digital and economic growth.”
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Manoj Menda, Chairman – Supervisory Board, RMZ, said, “Large, long-duration investments requiremorethan capital; theyrequirealignment, trust, and strong institutional frameworks. Maharashtra’s emphasis on planned development and long-term economic value creation provides the right foundation for such partnerships. This strategic investment partnership reflects RMZ’s commitment to patient capital, sound governance, and building infrastructure platforms designed to deliver enduring economic outcomes.”
The collaboration aims to transform strategic locations into thriving growth hubs, improve connectivity, and accelerate the implementation of key infrastructure projects, thereby driving economic growth and long-term investment certainty for global capital.
