Earlier, the Indian Printing Packaging & Allied Machinery Manufacturers’ Association (IPAMA) had announced the March dates after considering the survey report and the recommendations of the existing and prospective exhibitors.

Simultaneously, IPAMA had also announced various discounts, including Covid special discount, for exhibitors and IPAMA members. New members of IPAMA will also be entitled to 5% discount in space charges. The membership application form and the relevant details have been uploaded on the website for information of all concerned.

The space charges have been kept at the minimum level so that the companies, including MSME units, could also participate in a big way bypassing the Covid impact. The complimentary services will be provided to the exhibitors and the business visitors, including transport facilities from the selected destinations, such as airport, metro stations, etc.

Participants can avail of this benefit by paying the requisite amount, 20% of the total amount, of the area booked. After the expiry of the cutoff date, the exhibitors will not be entitled to the early bird discount. To avail the early bird discount, companies must follow the other payment schedule.

IPAMA has also opened the visitor registration portal. The visitors are advised to keep a copy of the printout of the registration which will be valid for touch-free and hassle-free entry into the exhibition halls.

According to the IPAMA sources, it is getting overwhelming responses from the industry. As of 30 November, 315 companies have already booked the space for participation. The priority numbers generated, on the basis of remittances, have also been conveyed to the exhibitors. The allotment of space is also in progress. The companies can contact the officials of the marketing department of the association for any clarification or assistance relating to booking of space or advertisement sites.

Meanwhile, IPAMA organised a promotional meet at Amritsar on 17 November. It was attended by the members of the Punjab Corrugation Manufacturers Association, Offset Printers Association and Amritsar Offset Printers Association.