MUMBAI: Koelnmesse India has launched ORGATEC India, an event focusing on workspace design, furniture, and technology. The highlight of the announcement was the unveiling of the event’s new logo, reflecting its vision to redefine the future of the work environment. The newly revealed logo looks to encapsulate ORGATEC India’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and collaboration in workplace transformation. The announcement was made at a press conference held at The Oberoi, New Delhi.
It debuted at the Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai at an event last month.
ORGATEC India added that it highlights transformative innovations in workplace design, including sustainable building technologies, adaptive workspaces, and advanced design solutions. With Global Capability Centers (GCCs) reshaping the office landscape, it’s projected that GCCs will lease 40-45% of total office space in India this year, expanding to over 1,900 centers supporting 2 million professionals by 2025.
Oliver Frese, COO, Koelnmesse said, “We are elated to launch ORGATEC India, a pioneering initiative designed to address the evolving needs of today’s fast-paced business landscape. By bringing the best global solutions to the Indian market, ORGATEC India is more than just an exhibition, it’s a transformative movement redefining workspace. This flagship event aims to set new benchmarks in workplace design, innovation, and sustainability, creating an unparalleled platform for collaboration, inspiration, and growth within the industry.”
Milind Dixit, MD, Koelnmesse said, “India’s corporate sector is undergoing transformative growth, driven by multinational corporations, co-working spaces, and the increasing demand for smart, energy-efficient workplaces. With the Indian office furniture market valued at $5.2 billion in 2023 and projected to double by 2032, the focus on collaborative and adaptable solutions like ergonomic chairs and open-plan layouts has never been stronger. As the foremost trade fair for workplace innovation, ORGATEC India will present innovative products, services, and technologies that define the future of modern workplaces and facility management.”
Hemant Sud, Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID) said, “The Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID) is thrilled to collaborate with ORGATEC India, bringing a world-class exhibition experience to our country. As the all-India body for interior design, we leverage our 10,000 members and 35 chapters across India to support ORGATEC’s endeavor. This partnership is poised to be a game-changer for the Indian interior design industry, akin to ORGATEC’s reputation as the leading international trade fair for modern office and facility management. With India’s growing economy making it a prime target for international exhibitions, we warmly welcome ORGATEC to India and look forward to supporting them.”
Vijay Garg, Council of Architecture, said, “The Council of Architecture is eager to support the architect exhibition, which promises to bring sustainable, smart, and innovative products to India. With over 1,80,000 architects in India, we recognise the significance of this event in promoting sustainability and supporting the architecture fraternity. As India continues to develop and grow, sustainability remains a key challenge, and we hope that the exhibition will prioritise sustainable products and solutions, similar to those showcased at ORGATEC, the leading international trade fair. We look forward to welcoming the architect exhibition to India and anticipate a positive impact on the industry, particularly in promoting sustainable products and providing a platform for youngsters and sustainable product manufacturers.”
Preeti Singh, Additional Director General, National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO), stated, “At NAREDCO, we are committed to advancing our Honorable Prime Minister’s vision under the PMAY scheme through skilling initiatives, while also prioritizing affordable housing and exploring extensive expansion into tier 2 and tier 3 cities for green and sustainable solutions. We are also launching two new wings: Women Wing of NAREDCO and Youth Wing of NAREDCO Next Gen. We are excited to collaborate with ORGATEC India, whose innovative solutions will provide a holistic overview of architecture and interior solutions, aligning with our goals and vision for a sustainable future.”
The exhibitors at the event included companies showcasing solutions in Smart Facility Technology, Office Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment and Supplies, Workplace Automation, and Co-working Space Designs. Visitors to the event came from diverse sectors, including real estate and facility management, architecture, design, and consultancy. Corporate professionals, OEMs, distributors, service providers, and industry stakeholders were also present to network and explore the latest advancements in workspace technology, design, and facility services.
Alongside imm cologne and interzum, other event formats hosted at the trade fair hub of Cologne such as ORGATEC, spoga+gafa, FSB and aquanale are among the most internationally renowned and established industry gatherings.
These fairs he company added represent the interior and design segment, the furniture and interior construction industries’ supplying sections, the kitchen world, all topics for the modern working world, garden lifestyle as well as modern work environments, the garden lifestyle, public spaces, sports and leisure facilities, along with saunas, pools and wellness centres.
To complement the events in Cologne, Koelnmesse is constantly strategically expanding its portfolio in key growth markets around the globe. Its foreign trade fairs include ORGATEC TOKYO in Japan and the events in the interzum brand family: interzum guangzhou in China, interzum bogota in Colombia and interzum forum italy in Italy. Koelnmesse recently added a cooperation between imm cologne and an established design trade fair in Colombia to its portfolio. This event will be hosted under the name La Feria De Diseño Medellín powered by imm cologne.
