Coimbatore:

The sixth edition of ‘Build Intec’, which has been organised by the Coimbatore District Small Industries Association (Codissia), started here yesterday. The show has been successful in luring almost 200 participants from the different fields such as building and construction materials, equipment manufacturers, real estate developers and bankers.

Mr S Manivasakam, Chairman, Build Intec 2012, has stated that the show is likely to woo almost one-lakh visitors that will be held till February 20 and also the volume of business generated is expected to be almost Rs 100 crore. A special feature of the event has been the emphasis on green building concept, eco friendly materials and energy efficient systems.

Mr M Kandhaswami, President, Codissia, has stated that the exhibition has been held on 3000 sq metre area and many novel features such as modular kitchens, door fittings etc have been on display at the show.

Mr P Ravindradas, General Manager, SIDBI, Coimbatore, who had inaugurated the exhibition, has stated that as per the estimations of World Bank, India would become the third biggest economic super power after US and China by the year 2030. India’s infrastructure sector needs improvement.

He lauded the role of Codissia in promoting the cause of the industries and organising many trade shows related to different sectors like agriculture, construction and infrastructure, general industries etc.

eom/ryn.17.30 hrs

source: http://www.news.indiamart.com /  SME News> Event/Announcement News / Saturday, February 18th, 2012