LMAI Conference begins
The seventh edition of LMAI Conference 2025 began on 3 July with the committee members inaugurating the three-day event at the Fairmont in Udaipur by lighting a lamp. The event is on until 6 July.
04 Jul 2025 | 962 Views | By Noel D'Cunha
This year’s LMAI Conference also marked the launch of an anthem song commemorating the Association's silver jubilee.
On the first day of the event, Stephane Royere, head of business area, packaging and print, Kurz, delivered the keynote address. In his speech, Royere discussed how to embellish with impact. “Emblishment is expensive, inflexible and expensive, but not with Kurz,” he said.
Discussing how neuromarketing meets the art of labelling, Royere said effective labels use eye-catching designs and advanced printing techniques to capture consumer attention. “Classic finishes such as gold or silver, eye-catching colours and special effects, all add a unique touch to each label,” he said.
According to Royere, 82% of a sample of 2,000 consumers relied primarily on the label to choose their favourite wine.
He also discussed different Kurz products such as hot stamping H&M; cold transfer KPQ XU and Distorun, a machine; and Kurz DM Uniliner 2D and 3D (inkjet digital embellishing machines), among others.
Earlier in the day, Rajesh Chadha, president of Label Manufacturers Association of India (LMAI) delivered the presidential address.
VS Raveendran of Sel Jegat, Sivakasi, was conferred with the LMAI Lifetime Achievement Award 2025.
Earlier, LMAI had announced that registrations for the LMAI Conference were officially sold out.
LMAI president Rajesh Chadha, said, “The event will deliver immense value to the label industry. We endeavour to make it a memorable event.”
Nestled in the scenic Aravalli Hills, the Fairmont Udaipur Palace, located 45 minutes from Udaipur’s airport and 10 km from the city centre, blends timeless Rajasthani tradition with modern elegance. The venue features a historic stepwell, one of Rajasthan’s largest ballrooms, and an exclusive events pool with a jacuzzi and amphitheatre, providing delegates with a stunning setting to engage with industry trends and cultural landmarks.
Over 350 rooms have been booked at the Fairmont, with additional accommodations at Hotel Aurika Udaipur to accommodate the record turnout.
Conference chairmen Manish Desai and Jaideep Singh added, “We are making sure that it is a well-organised event with all functions and programmes running smoothly to precision. We strive to provide satisfaction to delegates.”
The conference brings together the Indian label fraternity, including label converters and leading industry suppliers from India and abroad. Backed by prominent sponsors such as Kurz India as Platinum sponsors and Avery Dennison as Elite sponsors, alongside other industry supporters, the event promises a robust platform for networking and knowledge sharing.
The four-day event will feature motivational speakers, panel discussions, celebrity-driven entertainment, and multiple networking programmes, reinforcing its reputation as a knowledge-driven gathering.