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Time of India
29-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Forging the Future: Anitha Raghunath on GSSE 2025 and India's Stainless Steel Rise
Anitha Raghunath, Founder & Managing Director of Virgo Communications & Exhibitions, has been driving innovation and growth since 2004. She leads flagship events like the Global Stainless Steel Expo. Let's hear her insights on the upcoming GSSE 2025 in Mumbai. Q1: What is the Global Stainless Steel Expo (GSSE) 2025, and why is it a milestone for the industry? The Global Stainless Steel Expo (GSSE) 2025 is a landmark event uniting the stainless steel value chain and user industries. Scheduled for June 4–6 in Mumbai, it is expected to host over 15,000 stakeholders including CEOs, technocrats, officials, and buyers. As stainless steel becomes vital across infrastructure, transport, defence, and energy sectors, GSSE offers a key platform to showcase innovations, foster partnerships, and shape India's industrial growth and global manufacturing leadership. Q2: What makes GSSE globally relevant? India is one of the fastest-growing players in the global stainless steel sector, with a strong domestic market and expanding exports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo GSSE 2025 leverages this momentum by connecting Indian innovation with global demand. With over 200 exhibitors and global thought leaders, it aligns international trends and sustainability goals with India's emergence as a key manufacturing hub and solution provider. GSSE serves as the bridge between India and global partnerships. Q3: How is India's stainless steel growth making it a global hub, and why is the material strategic today? India, the world's second-largest stainless steel producer and a major exporter, had an industry valued at USD 22.4 billion in 2023, with a projected CAGR of 7.29% through 2030. Driven by demand from construction, mobility, EVs, renewables, and defence, stainless steel plays a key role. GSSE 2025 acts as a strategic platform for this growth. Durable, recyclable, and low-maintenance, stainless steel supports green infrastructure, healthcare, transport, and urban development, driving sustainable growth and circular economies. Q4: What are India's stainless steel capacity goals, and how does GSSE support them? India has outlined an ambitious plan to expand its stainless steel capacity from 6.6–6.8 million tonnes to 9.5 million by 2030, and 20 million tonnes by 2047. This aligns with growing domestic demand driven by infrastructure, urbanization, energy, and public projects. GSSE plays a key enabling role by fostering collaboration among manufacturers and policymakers to support both domestic and export growth. Q5: What is the Stainless Steel Summit, and who benefits most? The GSSE 2025 Stainless Steel Summit brings experts together to explore stainless steel's impact on rural development, transport, the blue economy, and digital infrastructure. It supports sectors like construction, EVs, aerospace, defence, pharma, renewables, and heavy engineering—industries that rely heavily on stainless steel. It's where these stakeholders connect and collaborate. Q6: Does GSSE engage with the government on stainless steel policy? Absolutely. GSSE is a dynamic platform for policy dialogue. Through the Stainless Steel Summits, the GSSE event fosters alignment between government and industry. These engagements help address regulatory challenges and pave the way for a more supportive ecosystem for growth and innovation. Q7: How is GSSE accelerating India's stainless steel growth? With an annual growth rate of 8–9%, India is already outpacing global averages. GSSE not only accelerates but drives India's narrative as a global hub for stainless steel innovation, positioning it as a manufacturing base and future-ready solution provider for global infrastructure and sustainability goals. Q8: What collaboration and business opportunities does GSSE offer? GSSE transforms ideas into tangible outcomes. Through CEO roundtables, B2G meetings, and deep-dive technical sessions, it becomes a space where innovation meets implementation. Whether you're a manufacturer, policymaker, or investor, GSSE connects you with collaborators and insights needed to advance your goals. Q9: How does GSSE promote sustainability? GSSE promotes sustainability by showcasing green technologies, hosting sessions on low-emission production, and honoring eco-friendly innovations through its Sustainability Awards. Q10: What role does Virgo Communications & Exhibitions play? Virgo Communications & Exhibitions is the visionary force behind GSSE. With a legacy of curating impactful platforms, Virgo has positioned GSSE as more than just an expo—it's a movement. The goal is clear: to champion stainless steel as a future-ready, sustainable, and strategic material shaping the world of tomorrow. Q11: How does GSSE reward excellence in the sector? The Global Stainless Steel 2025 Awards recognize outstanding achievements in sustainability, innovation, design, and functionality, highlighting projects and applications that shape the industry's future. If you'd like, I can also help make it more concise or adjust the tone! Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Stainless steel players to take up import issue at global summit in Mumbai next month
Thousands of stainless steel players from across the globe will come together to discuss various opportunities and challenges including issues related to imports at the Global Stainless-Steel Expo 2025 (GSSE 2025) beginning June 4. India's stainless steel imports rose by about 3 per cent year-on-year to 1.73 million tonnes in FY25, with China, Indonesia, Vietnam and South Korea being the major contributors to the shipments, according to research firm BigMint. Imports of steel products at cheaper rates adversely affect domestic manufacturers. Over 10,000 industry professionals directly affiliated with the stainless steel industry will discuss and share their suggestions over the imports, which is one of the key challenges facing the sector, organiser Virgo Communications and Exhibitions (VCE) said in a statement. Besides, topics like demand creation, emissions target, exports, research and development (R&D) of new technologies, promoting innovation, forging collaborations, and driving growth crucial for the sector will also be taken up at the event which begins on June 4 in Mumbai, VCE said. The summit will also provide a platform for collaborations or partnerships in the sector, which has registered a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8-9 per cent in India, surpassing the global average CAGR of 5.8 per cent, the statement said. Stainless steel has evolved beyond its industrial roots, becoming a cornerstone of India's growth across diverse sectors. From powering infrastructure to supporting defence and sustainable development, stainless steel is a symbol of resilience and innovation, said VCE Director Anitha Raghunath. Industry leaders from India and abroad, as well as government representatives, are attending the event, she said. Some of the focus areas will be application of stainless steel in growing industries like renewable energy (solar, wind, and hydro), electric vehicles (EVs), public transport, automobiles, heavy transport, healthcare, railway and metro projects, redevelopment of railway stations, and defence and aerospace.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Global Stainless-Steel Expo 2025: Stainless steel players to take up import issue at global summit in Mumbai next month, ET Manufacturing
Advt Thousands of stainless steel players from across the globe will come together to discuss various opportunities and challenges including issues related to imports at the Global Stainless-Steel Expo 2025 (GSSE 2025) beginning June 4. India's stainless steel imports rose by about 3 per cent year-on-year to 1.73 million tonnes in FY25, with China, Indonesia, Vietnam and South Korea being the major contributors to the shipments, according to research firm of steel products at cheaper rates adversely affect domestic 10,000 industry professionals directly affiliated with the stainless steel industry will discuss and share their suggestions over the imports, which is one of the key challenges facing the sector, organiser Virgo Communications and Exhibitions (VCE) said in a topics like demand creation, emissions target, exports, research and development (R&D) of new technologies, promoting innovation, forging collaborations, and driving growth crucial for the sector will also be taken up at the event which begins on June 4 in Mumbai, VCE summit will also provide a platform for collaborations or partnerships in the sector, which has registered a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8-9 per cent in India, surpassing the global average CAGR of 5.8 per cent, the statement steel has evolved beyond its industrial roots, becoming a cornerstone of India's growth across diverse sectors. From powering infrastructure to supporting defence and sustainable development, stainless steel is a symbol of resilience and innovation, said VCE Director Anitha leaders from India and abroad, as well as government representatives, are attending the event, she of the focus areas will be application of stainless steel in growing industries like renewable energy (solar, wind, and hydro), electric vehicles (EVs), public transport, automobiles, heavy transport, healthcare, railway and metro projects, redevelopment of railway stations, and defence and aerospace.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Stainless steel industry to discuss import concerns at global expo in Mumbai from June 4
The stainless steel industry is set to spotlight key challenges, including rising imports, at the Global Stainless-Steel Expo 2025 (GSSE 2025), scheduled to begin on June 4 in Mumbai. Thousands of professionals from across the globe are expected to participate in the three-day summit, which aims to foster dialogue on both opportunities and concerns within the sector. According to research firm BigMint, India's stainless steel imports rose by nearly 3% year-on-year to 1.73 million tonnes in FY25, with the bulk of shipments coming from China, Indonesia, Vietnam, and South Korea. Industry players argue that low-cost steel imports are negatively impacting domestic manufacturers, PTI reported. More than 10,000 professionals linked directly to the stainless steel industry are expected to take part in discussions, sharing insights and suggestions to address this critical issue, said event organiser Virgo Communications and Exhibitions (VCE) in a statement. In addition to import-related concerns, the summit will address broader themes such as demand creation, emissions reduction targets, boosting exports, innovation, research and development of new technologies, and strategies to drive growth in the sector, VCE added. The expo will also serve as a hub for partnerships and collaborations in a sector that has seen a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8–9% in India—significantly outpacing the global average CAGR of 5.8%. 'Stainless steel has evolved beyond its industrial roots, becoming a cornerstone of India's growth across diverse sectors. From powering infrastructure to supporting defence and sustainable development, stainless steel is a symbol of resilience and innovation,' said VCE Director Anitha Raghunath. Industry leaders from both India and abroad, along with representatives from the government, are expected to attend the summit. The event will also explore the use of stainless steel in high-growth sectors such as renewable energy (solar, wind, and hydro), electric vehicles, public transport, automobiles, heavy transport, healthcare, railways and metro projects, railway station redevelopment, as well as defence and aerospace. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Stainless steel players to take up import issue at global summit in Mumbai next month
Thousands of stainless steel players from across the globe will come together to discuss various opportunities and challenges including issues related to imports at the Global Stainless-Steel Expo 2025 (GSSE 2025) beginning June 4. India's stainless steel imports rose by about 3 per cent year-on-year to 1.73 million tonnes in FY25, with China, Indonesia, Vietnam and South Korea being the major contributors to the shipments, according to research firm BigMint. Imports of steel products at cheaper rates adversely affect domestic manufacturers. Over 10,000 industry professionals directly affiliated with the stainless steel industry will discuss and share their suggestions over the imports, which is one of the key challenges facing the sector, organiser Virgo Communications and Exhibitions (VCE) said in a statement. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Karina Roman's Creative Journey Through Design squarerooms Read More Undo Besides, topics like demand creation, emissions target, exports, research and development (R&D) of new technologies, promoting innovation, forging collaborations, and driving growth crucial for the sector will also be taken up at the event which begins on June 4 in Mumbai, VCE said. The summit will also provide a platform for collaborations or partnerships in the sector, which has registered a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8-9 per cent in India, surpassing the global average CAGR of 5.8 per cent, the statement said. Live Events Stainless steel has evolved beyond its industrial roots, becoming a cornerstone of India's growth across diverse sectors. From powering infrastructure to supporting defence and sustainable development, stainless steel is a symbol of resilience and innovation, said VCE Director Anitha Raghunath. Industry leaders from India and abroad, as well as government representatives, are attending the event, she said. Some of the focus areas will be application of stainless steel in growing industries like renewable energy (solar, wind, and hydro), electric vehicles (EVs), public transport, automobiles, heavy transport, healthcare, railway and metro projects, redevelopment of railway stations, and defence and aerospace.
