Tyrexpo India 2011 debuts in Chennai

The inaugural staging of Tyrexpo India 2011 in Chennai reportedly got off to a strong start, according to the exhibition’s organisers. The show was opened by guest of honour Sudarsan Varadaraj, managing Director of Elgi Rubber Company. He welcomed the show to India saying that the timing was right for an event that showcased the best of India’s emerging tyre and equipment aftermarket. He also pointed to a changing mind-set among domestic buyers, away from a purely price-led approach to one that was increasingly sophisticated and recognised the importance of overall value and long-term benefit.

Elgi has been a long-standing supporter of Tyrexpo shows around the world and Mr Varadaraj praised the choice of Chennai, India’s motor city, as the venue for the country’s first dedicated tyre trade event.

Paul Farrant, managing director of show organiser ECI International, commented: “We’ve been looking forward to bringing a specialist tyre and equipment show to India for a number of years so it’s great to see such a positive response over the first two days. In fact we were still taking stand bookings the day before the show opened, which is unprecedented in our experience. The exhibition floor has been busy with visitors from across India and international markets and exhibitors have reported healthy interest and enquiries.”

Tyrexpo India 2011 took place at the Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai, India from 5 – 7 July 2011.

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