CCMA Successfully Hosts the 4th International Suppliers Conference 2023 on 'Construction Chemicals for the Next Gen'

The Construction Chemical Manufacturers Association (CCMA) has successfully organized the 4th International Suppliers Conference 2023 on "Construction Chemicals for the Next Gen" on the 4th and 5th of December, 2023, at Taj Vivanta, Navi Mumbai, India. Focused on the next-gen raw materials for the construction chemical industry, specialty additives, smart and sustainable manufacturing technologies and equipment, green and lean packaging materials, and state-of-the-art application equipment, this two-day event brought together approximately 250 participants from manufacturing companies and suppliers of construction chemicals from different parts of the country and abroad. Distinguished technocrats and erudite academicians from the civil engineering, construction chemicals fraternity, and the dynamic construction industry convened at this event.


The honorable Chief Guest was Dr. P. R. Swarup, Director-General, Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC). Mr. Himanshu Kapadia, President of CCMA and Chief Business Officer at Pidilite Industries Limited, highlighted that the construction industry has greatly benefited from the adaptation and advancement in construction chemical technologies, enabling faster construction and optimization of resources. He further stressed the need for accelerating the usage of sustainable technologies with further enhancement in performance and efficiency.


The conference culminated with a panel discussion on "Construction Chemicals: Sustainability, Performance, and Economy - Strategies to Maximize Output," chaired by Mr. Kartheck Pandiyan, General Secretary of CCMA and Director of Southern Chemicals India Pvt Ltd. Industry leaders shared their views on the topic, followed by a highly interactive question and answer session. CCMA decided to prepare standard specifications to help users in selecting and testing appropriate construction chemicals and to prepare a white paper on reflective roof coatings and other sustainable technologies.


This conference provided a great platform for like-minded stakeholders to interact, learn, and exchange ideas, disseminating further knowledge on the topic. Attendees gained valuable insights into the market potential for Construction Chemicals, Sustainability, Performance, and more. The participants also shared their expectations and willingness to associate with CCMA and contribute in a more meaningful manner.