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New Delhi,April 13, 2026: The Indian Federation of Green Energy (IFGE) is set to organize a landmark 2-Day Conclave, the Green Transport Conclave: Accelerating Towards the Future of Sustainable and Green Mobility on April 21-22, 2026, at New Delhi supported by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), the conclave will be inaugurated by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, on April 21st 2026. India is currently at the centre of a historic energy transformation. As transportation contributes approximately 13-14% of India’s total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions with road transport accounting for over 90% of those emissions this conclave arrives at a critical juncture for the country’s multi-fuel decarbonization strategy. In the ethanol space, blending in petrol reached the landmark 20% milestone in November 2025, with OMCs blending 1,022.8 crore litres in ESY 2024–25, while the programme has saved Rs.1,06,072 crore in foreign exchange and cut CO₂ emissions by 544 lakh metric tonnes since 2014. On the maritime front, major ports handled approximately 855 million tonnes of cargo in FY25, backed by a Rs.25,000 crore Maritime Development Fund announced in the Union Budget 2025–26. In aviation, India crossed ~239 million passengers in FY 2024–25 and is committed to producing 53 million litres of SAF by 2027 and 290 million litres by 2030. Rounding off this green transition, the nation’s EV sector surpassed 2.45 million units sold in 2025–26, with EVs now accounting for over 8% of the total automobile market together signalling an economy firmly on course toward a cleaner, self-reliant energy future. The conclave will serve as a high-level platform for exchanging knowledge and highlighting emerging investment opportunities across the green mobility ecosystem, including Automobiles, Railways, Marine, and Aviation. Key discussions will focus on state and central transport models, green transport for cities (EVs and Biofuels), long-distance freight movement, and the application of AI and automation in modern transportation. According to Shri Sanjay Ganjoo, Director General, IFGE”India must look inward at its own abundant resources to build a sustainable fuel ecosystem for the transport sector. In the true spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat, we can significantly lower our dependence on energy imports, create jobs, build industries, and directly support our farmer communities. The Green Transport Conclave will support in identifying India’s own fuel options that can be systematically explored, developed, and utilised for a self-reliant and greener future. The conclave will feature prominent leaders and policymakers, including Shri Sanjay Bandopadhyaya (IAS Retd), Chairman, IFGE: Green Transport & Mobility Committee, Shri Manoj Kumar Singh, CEO, UP State Transformation Commission (STC), Ms. Niharika Rai, Secretary-cum-Commissioner, Transport Department, Government of NCT of Delhi, Mr. Vikram Gulati, Country Head & Executive Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Ms. Sulajja Firodia Motwani, Founder & CEO, Kinetic Greenand Mr. Atul Mulay, President – Bioenergy, Praj Industries. The initiative is further supported by organizations such as Praj Industries, All India Transporters Welfare Association (AITWA) and Bus & Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI). The Pioneer, Aviation World and Bharat Energy Compass are the media partners and Build India is the Knowledge Partner for the Green Transport Conclave. For more information regarding the conclave, please visit www.ifge.org.in or contact on +91-8920359443 About IFGE: The Indian Federation of Green Energy (IFGE) is a dedicated national trade body engaged in policy advocacy for the green and bioenergy sector since 2014. It works closely with industry and government to support the structured growth of India’s sustainable energy ecosystem.

India’s aviation sector is entering a decisive phase of expansion. With new airports under development, terminal upgrades underway, and passenger traffic projected to grow significantly in the coming decades, the industry is focusing on building infrastructure that is efficient, resilient and future-ready. Against this backdrop, Airport360 Expo 2026, scheduled for 23–24 April 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, will bring together leaders from across the aviation ecosystem to explore technologies, partnerships and strategies shaping the next generation of airports. Organised by Media Fusion, Airport360 builds on the momentum of its inaugural edition held in 2025 under the banner of the Inter Passenger Terminal Show (IPTS). The platform is designed to connect airport operators, infrastructure planners, airlines, technology providers and consultants through a combination of exhibition, conference sessions and industry awards. A Platform for Airport Innovation The exhibition floor at Airport360 Expo will showcase a wide spectrum of technologies and solutions supporting airport development and operations. Exhibitors include organisations such as Aurionpro Solutions, dormakaba India, Vehant Technologies, Leonardo, CP PLUS, Sparsh CCTV, Dallmeier, OCS Group India, Prolite Autoglo, Crescent Foundry, Metafin Technology, Spintly, Cosmo Sunshield, PDAC Microsystems, ivii GmbH, Spectron Engineers, BVG India, Alstone Manufacturing, Nexa Defence and Millennium Aero Dynamics, among many others. The exhibition provides an opportunity for airport stakeholders to evaluate technologies first-hand and engage directly with solution providers supporting the development of modern aviation infrastructure. Airport360 Conference: Industry Leaders Driving the Conversation Running alongside the exhibition, the Airport360 Conference 2026 will focus on the theme: “Building Airports That Perform: Design, Operations & Readiness for India’s Next Aviation Surge.” The conference will bring together senior leaders and experts from across the aviation ecosystem. Speakers confirmed for the 2026 edition include Capt. B V J K Sharma, CEO of Navi Mumbai International Airport; Bharat H. Malkani, Chairman & Managing Director of Max Aerospace and President of the MRO Association of India; Gp Capt C Sreenivas (Retd), Vice President – Daily Operations & Customer Experience at Bangalore International Airport Ltd; Faiz Khan, Chief Commercial Officer at Muscat Duty Free; and Prabhat Mahapatra, COO of Navi Mumbai International Airport. The programme will also feature insights from Simon Lotter of Munich Airport International, Kapil Bardeja of Vehant Technologies, Rajesh Jethwani of AECOM, Sridhar L of Bangalore International Airport Ltd, Goutam Mukherjee of Amadeus, Ajay Bhaskar Joshi (Retd) from Airports Authority of India, and Sharad Agarwal, CEO of AI Engineering Services Limited, among others. Airport360 Awards: Recognising Excellence Across the Industry The event will also host the Airport360 Awards 2026, celebrating organisations and individuals driving excellence across the aviation ecosystem. The awards recognise achievements in areas including passenger experience, sustainability initiatives, terminal technology adoption, ground handling operations and MRO innovation. By highlighting industry best practices and leadership, the awards aim to encourage continuous improvement and innovation across India’s rapidly evolving aviation landscape. A Meeting Ground for the Airport Ecosystem As India continues to invest in airport infrastructure and aviation capacity, platforms like Airport360 Expo play an important role in bringing together stakeholders across the value chain. From exploring technologies and sharing operational insights to building partnerships that support future airport development, the event provides a space where the aviation community can collaborate and move projects forward. Event Details Airport360 Expo 2026 23–24 April 2026 Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai Register to Visit: https://zestgroupindia.in/forms/media_fusion/public/events/visitor/airport360-expo-2026?utm_source=AviationWorld&utm_medium=MediaPartner&utm_campaign=Editorial&utm_content=VisReg For more details: Tasneem Kanchwala tasneem@mediafusiongroup.com |+91 97407 70166

Date: 7th April 2026 Venue: India International centre, New Delhi Media Partner: Aviation World Organised By : FAST Registration Link: https://lawlift.in/event-registration/

Mumbai, 10th March 2026: Media Fusion has announced Navi Mumbai International Airport Limited (NMIAL) as the Premium Airport Partner for Airport 360 Expo 2026, reinforcing collaboration across India’s rapidly evolving aviation ecosystem. The agreement was signed by Capt. BVJK Sharma, Chief Executive Officer, Navi Mumbai International Airport Limited, and Mr. Taher Patrawala, Managing Director, Media Fusion. The expo will be held on 23–24 April 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, bringing together airport operators, planners, technology providers and policymakers. The event will focus on emerging solutions across terminal development, airside operations, ground handling, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), passenger experience and sustainability. Organised by Media Fusion, Airport 360 Expo builds on the success of the Inter Passenger Terminal Show 2025, which attracted more than 2,200 aviation professionals, 62 international exhibitors and over 50 industry speakers. Aviation World is the official media partner of this event. The upcoming edition aims to deepen industry engagement and encourage practical dialogue on the future of airport development and operations. Taher Patrawala, Managing Director, Media Fusion, said, “With India’s aviation market expected to grow beyond $26 billion by 2030 and passenger volumes projected to reach 600 million annually, the need for integrated solutions across airports, connectivity and operations has never been greater. NMIAL’s participation strengthens Airport 360’s ability to address industry priorities while advancing our mission to create a platform that drives innovation, investment and collaboration across the aviation ecosystem.” As Premium Airport Partner, NMIAL, one of India’s largest greenfield airport developments, will share insights from its development journey, helping strengthen engagement among policymakers, operators and technology providers as India expands its aviation infrastructure. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting innovation and strengthening India’s airport ecosystem amid rising passenger demand and continued infrastructure expansion.

New Delhi, 5th March 2026: The SAF Association (SAFA) will convene the India SAF Policy Conclave 2026 on 17 March 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, on the sidelines of India Climate Week 2026 – Gateway to Net Zero. At a pivotal moment for India’s aviation and energy transition, the India SAF Policy Conclave 2026 is being organised as a focused, action-oriented policy platform to accelerate the development and deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India. As global SAF mandates gather momentum and India advances its policy roadmap, the Conclave seeks to align industry, government, and investors toward building a scalable and commercially viable SAF ecosystem, bringing together senior policymakers, regulators, airlines, oil marketing companies, fuel producers, OEMs, project developers, investors, certification bodies, and research institutions to deliberate on India’s emerging SAF framework. Strategic Focus Areas The policy dialogue will explore: • India’s feedstock potential and multi-feedstock strategy • Technology pathways for domestic SAF production • Enabling commercially viable SAF supply chains • Certification and compliance frameworks, including CORSIA alignment • Financing mechanisms and investment mobilisation • Infrastructure readiness and offtake frameworks • Policy considerations supporting India’s upcoming SAF mandate Closed-Door Roundtable A key feature of the Conclave will be a high-level Closed-Door Roundtable convening distinguished stakeholders from government, industry, civil society, and academia to engage in focused, solution-oriented deliberations on India’s evolving SAF landscape. Designed as an interactive and strategic dialogue platform, the roundtable will generate structured, actionable recommendations aimed at informing pragmatic, industry-aligned policy design and supporting the development of a robust and commercially viable SAF framework in India. Rohit Kumar, Secretary General, SAF Association (SAFA) said, “India is at a pivotal stage in shaping its Sustainable Aviation Fuel roadmap. The India SAF Policy Conclave 2026 is designed as a focused, action-oriented platform to align policy ambition with industry readiness and investment momentum. Our goal is to support a pragmatic, globally competitive SAF framework that leverages India’s feedstock strengths and technological capabilities.” Jimmy Olsson, President, SAFA, Founder ZR2 Group said,“India has a unique opportunity to design a SAF policy framework that is forward-looking, investment-friendly, and globally aligned from the outset. A well-calibrated mandate, supported by clear certification standards, long-term offtake visibility, and enabling financial mechanisms, can unlock significant domestic production capacity while strengthening India’s position in international aviation decarbonisation. Policy clarity and predictability will be the key drivers in transforming SAF from ambition to scale.” Driving Policy with Industry Insight The outcomes of the Conclave will be consolidated into a comprehensive Industry Feedback Report, designed to support and inform the development of India’s upcoming SAF Policy framework. The platform is structured not merely as a dialogue forum, but as a strategic intervention to ensure that India’s SAF transition is globally competitive, investment-ready, and aligned with domestic priorities. As India positions itself to become a potential global hub for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production, the India SAF Policy Conclave 2026 will serve as a critical milestone in shaping the regulatory, financial, and technological foundations of the sector. Participation The Conclave is expected to witness participation from senior representatives of central and state governments, regulatory bodies, international institutions, airlines, fuel producers, climate think tanks, financial institutions, and technology providers — making it one of India’s most focused gatherings dedicated exclusively to aviation decarbonisation. For registrations, partnerships, and participation details, contact: E: secretary@safassociation.com M: +91 9811779580

To Position India as the Global Hub for Defence R&D and Advanced Manufacturing Bengaluru,12th Feb 2026: DefTech Bharat 2026, India’s first dedicated exhibition focused exclusively on defence research, development, and advanced manufacturing, is set to take place on May 20, 21, and 22, 2026, in KTPO, Whitefield, Bengaluru, bringing together defence R&D engineers, system designers, MSMEs, start-ups, global OEMs, and policymakers under one roof. The exhibition arrives at a pivotal moment as the Government of India significantly accelerates investments in indigenous defence innovation, technology development, and manufacturing capabilities. Aligned with the Government of India’s strong push for Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence, DefTech Bharat 2026 reflects the country’s rapidly expanding defence ecosystem, where public sector undertakings, private industry, MSMEs, and start-ups are increasingly driving next-generation technologies. With sustained increases in defence R&D allocation, technology development funds, and innovation schemes, India is fast emerging as a preferred destination for defence design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. What will be on display? At the DEFTECH Bharat 2026 event, attendees will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of state-of-the-art products and systems spanning various domains such as land, air, sea, and space. The exhibition will showcase cutting-edge offerings in Aerospace & Avionics, Defence Systems & Components, Engineering, Manufacturing & Materials, Systems Integration & Tech Services. Visitors can witness live UAV/drone demonstrations that highlight emerging unmanned capabilities, attend product launches unveiling the latest innovations, and participate in technology tours that provide insights into key exhibits and breakthroughs. Additionally, there will be opportunities for procurement and B2B matchmaking with armed forces representatives, OEMs, and international delegates. Who will visit DEF-TECH Bharat 2026? DEF-TECH Bharat is designed to bring together a mix of global and Indian defence and technology leaders, including: ● Defence & Aerospace Industry Leaders – Decision-makers from the defence manufacturing companies — both public and private sector, Senior executives, and management, including procurement, R&D, and design teams, OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers and tier-1 suppliers. ● Defence Labs, R&D & Technical Experts – Scientists and representatives from major Indian defence research labs such as HAL, DRDO labs (like ADE, ARDE, DARE, etc.), and engineers focused on aerospace, defence, and space systems. ● Startups, Innovators & Allied Sectors – Tech startups working in defence tech, UAVs (drones), AI, autonomous systems, advanced materials, and more. Investors, system integrators, consultants, and academia are interested in tech collaborations. ● Government, Military & Official Delegations – Representatives from various defence ministries and government bodies, Delegates from military headquarters and embassies. DeftechCon 2026, Co-located Conference Running alongside the exhibition, Deftech Con 2026, a two-day international technology conference, focused on promoting innovation across the aerospace, defence, and space sectors, with over 20 conferences and seminars on 21st and 22nd May, 2026. With a strong India-centric outlook, DefTech CON 2026 brings together high-impact keynote sessions, expert panel discussions, technology showcases, and interactive Q&A sessions, covering critical areas such as AI and autonomous systems, cyber defence, unmanned platforms, advanced materials, space technologies, next-generation battlefield solutions, advanced sensors, and next-generation missile defence technologies. Unlike conventional defence expos that focus largely on finished platforms and equipment, DefTech Bharat 2026 is uniquely positioned as an R&D- and engineering-centric exhibition. It is designed to directly connect technology developers with defence users, system integrators, and global supply chains. enabling meaningful collaborations, co-development opportunities, and technology transfer discussions. DefTech Bharat 2026 aims to become the definitive platform for defence innovation in India, supporting the country’s ambition to evolve from an importer of defence systems to a global exporter of advanced defence technologies and solutions. For more information, log on to www.deftechbharat.com ________________________________________

New Delhi, 23rd January 2026: Wings India 2026, Asia’s largest civil aviation event, will be formally launched with a grand inaugural ceremony led by Minister of Civil Aviation Rammohan Naidu, in the presence of high-level dignitaries from India and abroad. The launch will mark the beginning of a landmark four-day global aviation gathering scheduled to be held from 28 to 31 January 2026 at Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad. Anchored around the theme “Indian Aviation: Paving the Future – From Design to Deployment, Manufacturing to Maintenance, Inclusivity to Innovation and Safety to Sustainability”, Wings India 2026 will highlight India’s rapidly expanding aviation landscape, its growing global footprint, and its vision to emerge as a key hub for manufacturing, services, innovation and sustainable aviation solutions. A Global Platform for Aviation Excellence Wings India 2026 will feature an expansive international exhibition, static aircraft displays, flying and aerobatic shows, a high-level international conference, CEO roundtables, B2B and B2G meetings, an aviation job fair, awards ceremony, and vibrant cultural programmes. Delegates and participants from across the world are expected, reinforcing the event’s stature as a premier global aviation forum. Prominent domestic and international stakeholders from across the aviation value chain will participate, including airlines, aircraft and engine manufacturers, MROs, airport developers, OEMs, technology providers, training institutions and service partners. The event will serve as a convergence point for policymakers, industry leaders, innovators and investors to deliberate on emerging trends, opportunities and collaborative pathways shaping the future of civil aviation in India and worldwide. The international conference will feature 13 thematic sessions, in addition to the Global CEOs Forum and Ministerial Plenary, covering key areas such as Airports, Aircraft Leasing, Helicopters, Airlines, Women in Aviation, MRO, Air Cargo Transportation, Business Aviation and Small Aircraft, Aircraft Component Manufacturing, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), Flying Training and Skilling, Advanced Air Mobility and Drones. Strong International and State Participation</strong> Wings India 2026 will witness ministerial-level foreign delegations and senior government officials from several countries, along with official delegations from more than 20 countries, reinforcing international cooperation and collaboration in the aviation sector. Active participation from Indian states will showcase aviation-led growth, investment opportunities and infrastructure development across the country. Spectacular Air Shows and Aircraft Displays Wings India 2026 will feature impressive static aircraft displays, flying displays and aerobatic air shows, showcasing a wide range of aircraft. Highlight attractions include aerial performances by the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team of the Indian Air Force. The event will provide dedicated platforms for exhibitions, chalets, and B2B/B2G meetings, enabling business networking, partnerships and investment discussions. An Aviation Job Fair will connect industry leaders with young professionals and skilled talent across the aviation ecosystem. A specially curated Civil Aviation innovation Challenge for students will be organised to promote innovation, problem-solving and industry-oriented thinking among students and young professionals, providing them exposure to real-world aviation challenges and opportunities. The event will also feature vibrant Cultural Programme reflecting India’s rich heritage, adding a unique experiential dimension for delegates and visitors alongside the aviation showcases. A prestigious Award Ceremony, continuing the tradition of recognising excellence and outstanding contributions in civil aviation will also be held. With its scale, diversity and strategic focus, Wings India 2026 is set to be a landmark event that will not only showcase India’s aviation growth story but also strengthen global partnerships, drive innovation, and chart the future trajectory of the civil aviation sector. (Courtesy: PIB/MoCA)