The 74th Indian Foundry Congress, along with IFEX 2026 and Cast India Expo 2026, is set to take place from February 12 to 14, 2026, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), Mumbai. Organised by The Institute of Indian Foundrymen (IIF), this flagship international event is expected to draw significant participation from the global foundry and manufacturing ecosystem.
Held under the theme “Gateway of Global Foundry Industry,” the event will serve as a comprehensive platform for industry collaboration, technology exchange, and business networking. It aims to connect foundry professionals, technology providers, equipment manufacturers, raw material suppliers, and decision-makers from India and overseas under one roof.
A Global Platform for Foundry, Casting and Engineering Excellence
The Indian Foundry Congress 2026 will host a robust conference program featuring technical sessions, expert presentations, and panel discussions led by renowned industry leaders and researchers. These sessions will focus on emerging trends in foundry engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, automation, digital transformation, and sustainable foundry practices.
Key topics will include smart foundries, energy efficiency, environmental compliance, new alloy developments, quality enhancement, and the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies within the foundry sector. The congress is designed to foster knowledge sharing and encourage innovation-driven growth across the industry.
IFEX & Cast India Expo 2026: Technology and Business on Display
Running concurrently with the congress, IFEX 2026 and Cast India Expo 2026 will showcase the latest foundry technologies, machinery, equipment, materials, and solutions from leading domestic and international exhibitors. The exhibitions will cover a wide spectrum of products and services related to casting, forging, melting and pouring systems, automation solutions, quality control equipment, and environmental technologies.
Visitors will gain first-hand exposure to cutting-edge advancements in casting technologies, robotics, digital monitoring systems, raw materials, refractories, and pollution control solutions, making the exhibitions a must-visit for industry professionals.
Networking, Innovation and Market Expansion Opportunities
The event is expected to attract a diverse visitor profile, including foundry owners, engineers, plant managers, procurement heads, consultants, OEMs, and senior decision-makers from automotive, aerospace, infrastructure, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. With strong international participation, the event will also provide valuable opportunities for global partnerships, technology transfer, and market expansion.
Over the years, the Indian Foundry Congress and IFEX have played a crucial role in strengthening India’s foundry industry. The 2026 edition aims to further enhance the sector’s global competitiveness by promoting innovation, sustainability, and collaborative growth.
With its strategic location, comprehensive conference agenda, and world-class exhibitions, the 74th Indian Foundry Congress, IFEX and Cast India Expo 2026 promise to be one of the most influential foundry industry events in India’s manufacturing calendar.
