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IMME witnesses more than 4,967 business visitors

Kolkata, Oct 26 (UNI) India’s largest mining exhibition, International Mining and Machinery Exhibition 2024 (IMME), witnessed over 116 international participants from 27 countries.
This four-day exhibition observed footfalls of 4,967 business visitors and engaged into 574 B2B meetings, across several sectors related to mining industry.
Besides the mining exhibition, CII had organised a two-day Global Mining Summit (GMS).
The 17th edition of IMME and GMS was inaugurated by Moloy Ghatak, Minister-in-Charge, Law Department, Government of West Bengal.
Various senior officials from government and Indian Army also visited the exhibition.
The mining exhibition witnessed participation of countries including UK, US, Russia, China, Australia, among 27 countries.
This event showcased more than 270 exhibitors, covering a sprawling 55,000 square metre exhibition area.
The major sectors engaged in this exhibition were mining, equipment / technology, mining & minerals, mineral process and manufacturing.
IMME 2024 and GMS 2024 was organised by CII in association with Ministry of Mines and Ministry of Steel. The Government of Odisha was the Partner State, and the event was supported by the West Bengal Mineral Development Corporation.
The IMME was held here between October 23 and 26.
The Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturer’s Association (ICEMA) was the Sector Partner and Australia was the Partner Country at IMME 2024.
Launched in 1984, the International Mining and Machinery Exhibition (IMME) has been a cornerstone event for the last four decades, designed to accelerate the growth of India’s mining industry.
With 16 successful editions to date, IMME has established itself as India’s largest mining exhibition in India, bringing together key industry players on a single platform.
The display of equipment and technologies at the event have significantly contributed to the adoption of the latest technology by the industry, thereby furthering business growth.
IMME 2024 and GMS 2024 provided the perfect platform to showcase advancements, exchange ideas and create meaningful collaborations across the mining ecosystem.
Together, industry professionals, policymakers, manufacturers and service providers unlocked new business opportunities that will drive the sector forward.
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