Malaysian Companies to Showcase at ACETECH Mumbai 2022, The Leading Building Materials and Construction Show in India
TUESDAY, 8 NOVEMBER 2022, KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) will be coordinating the participation of eight (8) Malaysian companies in ACETECH Mumbai from 10-13 November 2022. ACETECH is the largest annual exhibition in India on architecture, construction, engineering, building materials and related sectors. Besides Mumbai, the exhibition also runs in Delhi, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad.
This year marks MATRADE’s first presence in ACETECH Mumbai after its participation in ACETECH Delhi in 2018. The ACETECH series of events annually attracts over 2,800 exhibitors (combined) and showcase the latest products, technologies and services available in the market.
During the event, the Malaysian companies will be showcasing construction and building materials including resin flooring, panel tanks, plastic pellets and sanitary ware. In addition, services related to accredited certification, testing laboratory and green building consultancy will also be promoted at the exhibition.
According to Mr Idzham Abdul Hamid, the Director of Construction and Business Services Section, among the South Asian countries, India is Malaysia’s largest trading partner, export destination and source of import. Malaysia’s total trade with India grew by 26% to RM69.73 billion in 2021. “Hence, the participation in ACETECH will help promote Malaysian products and services as well as brands in India. This is in line with the aspiration of the National Trade Blueprint (NTBp) which is to elevate Malaysia’s trade competitiveness and strengthen its position in the international arena.”, said Mr. Idzham.
MATRADE also aims to encourage more Malaysian companies to be actively involved in infrastructure projects in India such as National Highways, Multimodal Logistics Parks and ropeway projects. The construction sector in India boasts vast potential as the government plans for supporting infrastructure development in the country as a driver for economic growth. The government of India has estimated a GDP growth rate of around 9% in 2022, and more than 7% in 2023, making India one of the fastest growing developing economies in the world.
Malaysian exporters who are interested in penetrating the Indian market may contact MATRADE Mumbai at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or MATRADE Chennai at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
