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W ith the second largest
population and one of the
fastest growing economies, India
has always been a complex and
enthralling country. The Indian
economy is the twelfth largest in
the world and is growing at an
astounding rate with an estimated
GDP growth of 8 per cent for
2007/2008.
According to the Confederation of
Indian Industry (CII), the average
export growth rate in the past five
years has been 24 per cent with
the export figures for 2007/2008
expected to be circa US$130 billion.
Indian industry is gaining an
increasingly secure and influential
foothold in the world market, as
evidenced by Tata’s purchase of
Corus and the increasing power of
Arcelor Mittal.
Tube India and Metallurgy India
2008 will take place alongside
Schweissen & Schneiden 2008
from 13-15 February at the Pragati
Maidan exhibition venue.
To get the show off to a great start,
the International Tube Association
will also hold a conference in New
Delhi on 13 February 2008, titled
‘Pipe Dream India: innovations &
technical realities for tube and pipe
production’.
Now that Tube India 2008 has found
its true home in New Delhi, the
exhibition is sure to have a bright
and prosperous future.
Over the coming pages, Tube &
Pipe Technology will present the
profiles of some of the companies
exhibiting at the new and improved
Tube India 2008.
Going Places:
Tube India 2008
At the heart of
India, New Delhi
is regarded as
a better location
for India’s steel
industry ❱
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Due to the immense and intricate
nature of India, planning and
establishing a popular and successful
exhibition for the tube and pipe
industry has not been easy. With
initial exhibitions held in Hyderabad
that met with mixed success,
Tube India 2008 will be held in the
improved location of New Delhi.
At the heart of India and the seat of
government, New Delhi is regarded
as a better location for India’s
steel industry and substantial
manufacturing base.
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fi New Delhi: at the heart of India and new host to Tube India 2008