The North Orissa Chamber of Commerce (Nocci) in association with the Government of Odisha has planned to host Plast Future East-2016, an international exhibition cum conference on plastics and polymers between November 18 and 20 at the world class International Expo Centre in the NOCCi business Park here.
The objective is to create a platform for corporate, policymakers, business partners and technology providers to come together and discuss the key issues and challenges pertaining to the polymer sector in the country, create a platform for prospective buyers and sellers to meet through business networking, besides showcasing Odisha, especially Baleswar and Paradip Plastic Parks, for investment before the global community, said Nocci president Devasis Mahanty.
‘The event would most definitely help us promote investment in Odisha and Baleswar, in particular. In addition, the event would help the industry sector in the State to come face to face with national and international players. The event will be a keystone in helping the growth and development of eastern region. Taking this as an opportunity we have decided to promote ‘Make In India’ as a part of this event,’ said Mahanty .
Nocci convenor Amit Behera said, ‘We have sent invitations to the Consulates and Embassies of different countries to participate and rope in prospective investors to attend the event where we will showcase why India and, for that matter Odisha, is the future destination for investment. We are expecting around 100 to 125 participants from different parts of the world.’
‘Big raw material suppliers, machine manufacturers and technology providers are being approached to sponsor and promote the industry in eastern India, and to improve their brand value. local industries, processors, buyers of finished goods, additives and chemical manufacturers, machinery manufacturers, potential entrepreneurs, bankers and consultants etc shall showcase their products and services in the fair and take part in business networking. We expect about 5,000 business visitors per day in the exhibition venue from around the country and neighboring counties,’ he said.