IndiaCorr 2025: Exhibitors balance sustainability, scale and innovation

While some exhibitors noted that visitor numbers were lower than in previous years due to the proliferation of regional shows, they emphasised that IndiaCorr remains an important platform for networking, customer engagement and product launches.

Bobst India 

For Bobst, the show continues to be a key platform. Venugopal Menon, zone business director for the company’s folding carton and corrugated board business, observed, “This is the one and only major show for the corrugated board industry. We have been part of it since its inception, but off late the footfall has reduced. It has become more of a networking event. Still, it is important because most of our customers do come.”

Bobst  highlighted two major initiatives. First, the company has begun manufacturing its complete Nexo folder-gluer line in Pune. Previously, this line was produced only in Lyon, France. Menon said the facility was inaugurated earlier this year with an open house. Secondly, Bobst promoted its carbon fibre chamber doctor blade. Traditionally made of steel or aluminium, the carbon fibre version is lighter, easier to handle, and more durable, Menon explained.

Digitalisation and connectivity were also themes: Bobst’s machines can now connect to customer ERPs, with production data stored on the cloud. Metrics such as OEE, uptime, stoppages and job counts can be accessed remotely by customers.

DuPont South Asia 

DuPont used IndiaCorr to showcase its branded corrugation plates for the first time in India. “We have launched our DuPont-branded plates this year, so now what is on those plates carries our branding,” said Manisha Vaidya, sales operations, South Asia.

She underlined sustainability as a corporate priority, “DuPont is definitely giving sustainability a priority. We have aligned our backdrop at the show to highlight the sustainable act.”

SASG UV Solutions 

Faridabad-based SASG UV Solutions displayed its UV coating systems, rigid box solutions and chilling plants.

Sankoch Gaur, director, SASG UV Solutions, said, “We are manufacturing inline, offline and LED UV systems, as well as retrofitting solutions for UV coatings. We also manufacture chilling plants from 1 TR to 500 TR. Recently, we launched rigid box solutions, both automatic and semi-automatic, and the response has been very good.”

God emphasised sustainability through automation. “We are keen to develop sustainable machinery. Existing machines in the customer’s plant can be automated to enhance productivity. Manual can be converted to semi-automatic, and semi-automatic to automatic, with less investment. That is our focus.”

He pointed to the role of eCommerce in driving packaging growth. Per capita consumption of packaging in India, at 20 kg per annum, still leaves significant headroom to rise to 45–50 kg, he noted. SASG, he added, commands about 40% of the Indian market for UV and chilling solutions.

Creative Graphics 

Creative Graphics, one of India’s largest flexo plate suppliers, marked its fifth participation in IndiaCorr. “This is a platform where we meet numerous kinds of customers in one week — both existing and new,” said Neha Dobriyal of the company.

The company showcased flexo plates and recent developments in its software. “We have worked on software developments where customers will get HD results, good mileage, and at minimal cost,” Dobriyal said. She underlined the eco-friendly credentials of flexo. Creative Graphics operates eight plants across India and is now expanding internationally, with a facility planned in Muscat.

UFlex Chemicals 

UFlex highlighted the rapid shift towards paper-based packaging in India. Rajesh Shrivastava, executive vice president, UFlex Chemicals, said, “India is moving fast in terms of paper bags, QSR packaging and eCommerce. You go to any restaurant and you will see cups, trays and packaging increasingly moving towards paper.”

With regard to sustainability, Shrivastava was pragmatic. He said, “Paper can always be recycled. However, once it is printed, you cannot have unprinted paper again. We are working on solutions in recyclability and compostability, but biodegradability will take more time in the Indian system. Sustainability is important, but cost-effectiveness for the consumer is equally critical.”

UFlex highlighted its R&D centre, NABL-certified lab and capacity to customise solutions for both Indian and global markets. “We are like a chef,” Shrivastava said. “If somebody wants something, we can make it to order.”

VIG Graphics

VIG Graphics used the platform to position itself as a fully indigenous supplier of corrugation and converting equipment. “At IndiaCorr, we showcased upgrades that directly target cost, speed, sustainability and labour and crucially, every one of these machines is designed and manufactured in India,” said Advitya Kumar Sarin. “This ensures world-class technology backed by local expertise and service.”

On the corrugation side, highlights included an air rubber bellow system for stability, Smart sensors for real-time heat monitoring, and a special shaft design that saves energy and extends machine life.

For laminating, VIG demonstrated non-stop gum rollers for zero wastage, non-stick coatings for faster cleaning, a stainless-steel reinforced structure with double bearings, and weldless conveyors that reduce energy consumption and the carbon footprint.

The company also presented its double servo cutter, fitted with dual servo motors and a motion controller for precise high-speed cutting, cush wheel rollers for accuracy, and a movable control panel for operator ease.

Sarin stressed that VIG’s roadmap is aligned with market shifts driven by eCommerce, FMCG growth and eco-conscious consumers. “Converters will increasingly need lighter, stronger, recyclable boxes, faster design adaptability and automation to handle both large-scale and short-run orders profitably. Because all our machines are Made in India, converters also benefit from quicker installations, local service, and lower lifetime costs compared to imports.”

Emphasising sustainability, Sarin pointed to VFD-driven motors that cut power use by up to 30%, precision glue-metering systems that minimise adhesive and water use, and durable stainless-steel structures that reduce waste over the machine’s lifetime. “Our innovations ensure converters stay ahead of tightening regulations while proving that sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.”