Inframe Expo To Debut In Chennai, Anchored By Strategic MoU With MGPMA During Its Historic 90th Anniversary Year
Inframe Expo 2026 marks a major step in industry collaboration to create a focused, business-driven platform for glass, facade, doors & window, plywood, modular kitchen & hardware industries.
Glass Bulletin, India’s leading and most trusted media platform for the glass, glazing and façade industry, has officially announced the launch of Inframe Expo 2026, a premier exhibition scheduled to be held on 4–5–6 September 2026 at the Chennai Trade Centre.
The exhibition will be co-organised with The Madras Glass & Plywood Merchants Association (MGPMA), one of south India’s most respected and long-standing trade bodies. Inframe Expo 2026 is envisioned as a high-impact industry platform bringing together stakeholders from the glass, façade, doors and windows, plywood, modular kitchen, interior solutions and hardware sectors under one roof.
The announcement takes on added significance with the formal signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Glass Bulletin and MGPMA, cementing a strategic partnership that aligns industry legacy with forward-looking vision. The collaboration is especially meaningful as 2026 marks the 90th anniversary year of MGPMA, a milestone that reflects nine decades of contribution to the glass and plywood trade in South India.
Strategic collaboration rooted in legacy and vision
The partnership between Glass Bulletin and MGPMA represents a powerful convergence of industry credibility, regional strength and national outreach. For 90 years, MGPMA has played a pivotal role in shaping the glass, plywood and allied building materials ecosystem across Tamil Nadu and the wider southern region.
Co-organising Inframe Expo 2026 during MGPMA’s landmark anniversary year is both symbolic and strategic. It celebrates the association’s rich legacy while creating a platform for future-ready technologies, modern building solutions and global business integration.
Under the signed MoU, both organisations will work closely on industry outreach, exhibitor mobilisation, visitor promotion and large-scale awareness initiatives, ensuring that Inframe Expo 2026 delivers strong business outcomes and meaningful engagement for all participants.
The choice of Chennai as the host city is deliberate and strategic. As one of south India’s most important commercial and industrial hubs, Chennai sits at the heart of a region witnessing rapid growth in real estate infrastructure, industrial construction and interior fit-out projects.
South India has emerged as a key market for architectural glass, façade systems, modular kitchens and interior solutions, driven by residential developments, IT and commercial spaces, manufacturing clusters and large infrastructure initiatives. With strong connectivity, a skilled workforce and proximity to domestic and international markets, Chennai provides the ideal setting for Inframe Expo 2026.
Inframe Expo 2026: Setting a new benchmark
Inframe Expo 2026 is designed as a focused, business-driven exhibition, curated to meet the evolving needs of the construction, interiors and façade ecosystem. Unlike generic trade fairs, the exhibition will prioritise buyer–seller interaction, quality footfall and practical business outcomes.
Key product segments include:
- Architectural glass
- Processed and value-added glass products
- Doors, windows, façades and skylight solutions
- Machinery, tools, consumables and industry-specific software
- Plywood, boards, laminates and surface materials
- Hardware, fittings, accessories and installation solutions
- Modular kitchens, kitchen accessories and storage solutions
Glass Bulletin’s commitment to industry growth
As the organiser, Glass Bulletin, along with co-organiser MGPMA, brings to Inframe Expo 2026 its deep industry connect, editorial credibility and extensive media reach built over years of serving the glass and building materials industry.
Known for its magazines, digital platforms, exhibitions and awards, Glass Bulletin has consistently worked to bridge the gap between manufacturers, traders, architects and end-users. Inframe Expo is a natural extension of this mission, positioned as a growth and collaboration platform for the industry.
Exhibitor booth bookings now open
Glass Bulletin has announced that exhibitor booth bookings for Inframe Expo 2026 are now officially open.
Companies from the glass, façade, plywood, modular kitchen, interior and hardware sectors are invited to secure prime exhibition space at the Chennai Trade Centre.
Early confirmation will enable exhibitors to benefit from preferred booth locations, enhanced visibility and early-bird advantages. With the strategic co-organisation with MGPMA during its 90th anniversary year and strong initial industry response, high demand for exhibition space is expected.
Exhibitors can look forward to targeted footfall, quality business leads and extensive pre-event and on-ground promotion through Glass Bulletin’s print, digital and industry networks.
More than just an exhibition
Inframe Expo 2026 will go beyond product display, offering:
- Innovative glass products
- Structured industry networking opportunities
- Buyer–seller meets
- Knowledge sessions and panel discussions
- Market insights and trend analysis
- Strong brand visibility across multiple platforms
Inframe Expo 2026 is poised to become a landmark exhibition for the building materials, interiors and façade ecosystem, starting from Chennai and expanding its footprint nationally in the years to come. The collaboration with MGPMA during its historic 90th year adds unmatched credibility, legacy and regional strength to the initiative.
Glass Bulletin invites industry stakeholders, associations, manufacturers, distributors, architects, builders, interior designers and consultants to be part of this exciting journey. Further details on exhibitor packages, booth layouts and visitor registration will be announced soon.
