The debut edition of IFAT Delhi comes at a time when the National Capital Region is under increasing strain from water scarcity, groundwater depletion, and evolving waste management regulations.
Katharina Schlegel, Global Industry Lead IFAT, noted: “The Delhi NCR represents one of the most complex urban environments in terms of water and waste challenges. Bringing IFAT to North India allows us to connect global technologies with local decision-makers at a point where solutions are urgently needed and actively being implemented.”
Running alongside IFAT Delhi, drink technology Delhi, a summit for the beverage and liquid food industry powered by drinktec India, promises to be a high-impact, business-driven platform for the beverage and liquid food sector.
IFAT Delhi 2026 and drink technology Delhi will bring together 100+ exhibitors showcasing over 1,000 products and solutions. It is expected to attract 6,000+ trade buyers from segments including packaged water, soft drinks, juices, breweries, and alcoholic beverages, alongside decision-makers from water and wastewater management, municipal bodies, utilities, recycling, and environmental services.
Markus Kosak, Executive Director, drinktec Cluster, highlighted the regional focus, “We are very much looking forward to drink technology Delhi, which serves as a key touch point for knowledge exchange and networking, and which in particular strengthens and connects the North Indian market. At the same time, we are gaining valuable insights from users in North India, which can be further developed at drinktec India in Mumbai this October.”
Beyond the Show Floor
The Innovation Exchange Forum at IFAT Delhi 2026 will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and experts for two days of focused dialogue on pressing environmental and industrial challenges. The programme opens with an inauguration ceremony, followed by high-level plenary discussions on urban water security and advancements in sludge management. Sessions will explore practical pathways for turning waste into value, including opportunities in compressed biogas and strategies for addressing legacy waste. A strong emphasis is placed on global collaboration through initiatives such as the India–EU Water Partnership led by GIZ.
In parallel, drink technology India Delhi will host a one-day conference titled “Decoding India’s sustainable drive in beverage production,” bringing together industry leaders from companies such as The Coca-Cola Company, Pernod Ricard India, and Bisleri International, among others. To further support business outcomes, a dedicated Buyer–Seller Zone will be organised to enable structured, direct interactions between solution providers and procurement-focused visitors.
The co-located format reflects a pragmatic approach to industry engagement.
Bhupinder Singh, President IMEA, Messe München and CEO, Messe Muenchen India, said:
“Both IFAT Delhi and drink technology Delhi are built as focused platforms for their respective industries. By bringing them together at one venue, we are enabling greater accessibility while ensuring that each sector continues to have its own dedicated space for business, technology exchange, and decision-making.”
As regulatory frameworks tighten and industries adapt to new operational realities, both events are expected to serve as practical business platforms—not just for showcasing solutions, but for enabling conversations that lead to adoption and partnerships.
Event Details:
April 22–24, 2026
Hall 6, Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan), New Delhi
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