Concrete Show India 2012 was a grand mix of international and Indian exhibitors. The show proved to be an effective forum for global professionals to interact on a common platform and develop business leadsConcrete Show India 2012 was held at the MMRDA Grounds, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Mumbai from 23 – 25 February 2012. A mix of international and Indian exhibitors have re-booked their participation in the next Concrete Show India 2014 following this year’s inaugural event, and others new to the exhibition are following suit as both buyers and suppliers described the event as highly successful and the essential networking platform for the concrete industry. Concrete Show India 2012 welcomed over 150 exhibitors from around the globe, representing 13 countries and over 6000 industry professionals. Sany, Lafarge, Ultratech, Toyota, Liebherr, Heidelberg, Hess Group, Adeka India, Atlas Copco India were just some of the leading names present at Concrete Show India 2012 showcasing a wide range of products and services.Ground breaking discussion at the conference programme, held alongside the exhibition, was led by Shri. C. Kandasamy, Director General (Road Development) and Special Secretary to Government of India at Ministry of Road Transport & Highways. The most influential experts in the industry gathered to discuss topical issues and key trends in the market including ‘ Infrastructure development in India compared to China’, ‘construction technology in India’ and the ‘global perspective on the Indian Concrete Industry’.Summing up the three days of intense networking opportunities, Sanjeev Khaira, Managing Director, UBM India, said that the standard of the Concrete Show India 2012 had been very high and marked a new era for the concrete industry. ‘Early bookings clearly demonstrate that our exhibitors feel that their interests are being served. The show offers valuable access to insider knowledge on the construction industry for professionals working in India and abroad. It is our aim to drive more value and ensure a maximum return on investment for those attending the event.’Sponsors of the event, SANY Heavy Industry India Pvt, were extremely pleased with the event. Yogesh Ahire, Market Analyst said that the company had ‘gained a lot from their participation with regard to enhancement of SANY as a brand name and greater business development opportunities. Our top management too, is overwhelmed with the response and the way the exhibition has been organised.’ Rajesh Mehta, Executive Director, Liladhar Pasoo, was at the show to generate more leads and felt that the quality of the visitor audience was high. ‘In the last three months I have been to four exhibitions and this show is clearly number one’.