News Desk, News Nation 360 : In Kolkata, REFCOLD India 2024—India's premier exhibition for refrigeration and cold chain technologies—has officially opened. From October 3rd to October 5th, there will be an event that meets the increasing need for sophisticated refrigeration and cold chain solutions in the region. The event provides a vital venue for business progress, with India's cold chain logistics market expected to increase from $11.64 billion in 2024 to $18.19 billion by 2029. REFCOLD India 2024 was a significant event in the cold chain industry, featuring over 130 exhibitors and attracting 10,000+ visitors. Key dignitaries, including Asheesh Fotedar (NCCD), Subrata Gupta (West Bengal Govt.), Rajeev Singh (ICC), Anup Ballaney (ISHRAE), Manoj Chakravorti (REFCOLD 2024 Chair), and Ritesh Modi (Informa Markets) led the inauguration. The event showcased innovations across various sectors like seafood, pharmaceuticals, dairy, meat, agriculture, hospitality, and food processing. Notable exhibitors included BlueStar, Daikin, Copeland, Tecumseh, Danfoss, Carrier Transicold, Paharpur, Johnson Controls, Frascold, and Tecumseh. Supported by prestigious associations like UNEP, IIF-IIR, NCCD, REHVA, RATA, ICC, ACRA, IIAR, ASSOCHAM, West Bengal Govt., Odisha Cold Storage Association, NHB, and others, REFCOLD India 2024 solidified its position as a pivotal platform for industry collaboration and innovation. Speaking on the inauguration of the 7th Edition of REFCOLD India in Kolkata, Manoj Chakravorti - Chair, Refcold 2024 stated that they are thrilled to address the particular cold chain issues facing Eastern India, a major hub for industries including seafood, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals, as they launch REFCOLD 2024 in Kolkata. Thanks to the extensive industry knowledge of ISHRAE and their partnership with Informa Markets, this year's expo showcases innovative refrigeration technology and energy-saving solutions that are poised to transform the cold chain sector. The developments in natural refrigerants and cold storage powered by renewable energy that they are especially happy to highlight are essential for the industry's sustainable future.
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