16th edition of In-store Asia to take place in May 2025
A part of the global EuroShop family, world’s top retail trade fair, In-Store Asia show is supported by leading industry partners such as Satin Neo Dimensions, GKW Retail Solutions –VM&RD Retail Design Awards, Autumnwood Retail Solutions, Experiential Etc (Kyrp Media), Clothing Manufacturers Association of India, Architects Engineers and Surveyors Association and All India Association of Industries. The upcoming 16th edition of the show is scheduled to take place from May 22 –24, 2025 at Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), Goregaon (E), Mumbai.
With resounding success, the 15th edition of In-store Asia was held from June 13–15, 2024 at BEC, setting a new benchmark for innovation in retail design and visual merchandising. Around 5,500 retail professionals convened at In-store Asia 2024 to shape the future of retail trade. Over the three dynamic days, the show served as a catalyst for industry leaders, retailers, consultants, service providers and manufacturers to connect, collaborate, and explore the future of retail.
Leading solution providers at In-Store Asia 2024 exhibited a comprehensive array of innovative products and solutions needed to build modern, connected and conscious retail stores. Main exhibits included point-of-purchase (POP) displays, visual merchandising solutions & shop-fittings, interactive flat panels, mannequins, retail fixtures, lighting, signage, graphics solutions, cutting-edge retail technologies and retail design services. Attendees were highly impressed with the variety and quality of solutions and products on display.
Satvinder Singh, MD of Satin Neo Dimensions, a long-standing partner, shares his experience, “It was good to see a steady flow of brands walking in and had great interactions with the industry. We have had serious discussions on how the retail industry will move forward in India this year, an overall good experience.”
In-Store Asia 2024 fostered a vibrant environment for decision makers from retail brands, service providers, architects, designers, advertisers, marketing agencies, contractors, consultants and various retail specialists, to network, share valuable insights and forge strategic partnerships that will shape the retail landscape. Three days of the show were marked by a lively atmosphere and impactful business interactions.
“This was the first year for us at In-store Asia and we are glad that we participated because we saw a lot of footfall and tremendous business opportunity coming our way as a result of the event,” shared Rakesh Kumar Thakur, Director of Autumnwood Retail Solutions.
Two-Day Convention at In-Store Asia 2024 had in-depth discussions exploring the hottest retail trends in India and globally, equipping attendees with the knowledge to thrive in the ever-evolving market, under the theme ‘Connected, Collaborative, and Conscious.’ The convention featured leaders, professionals and service providers heading businesses, store design, marketing, customer service, technology, and visual merchandising from over 40 brands and companies in India and overseas.
VM&RD Retail Design Awards on the sidelines of the show celebrated the best-of-the-best in retail design & visual merchandising in the Indian market. Winners were chosen by a jury comprising renowned design specialists from across the globe. More than 300 entries contested in 24 categories from over 40 companies and design agencies.
VM Challenge, a one-of-a-kind live fun window display contest, saw 40 talented visual merchandisers, from over 20 companies, contesting in six teams in action and conjuring up excitingly creative windows displays on the topic ‘Surreal Chic’ in just 60 minutes.
At Focal Points, four renowned retail brands – Skechers, Lifestyle, Pepe Jeans, and Ace Turtle – captured the attention of attendees with visually compelling window displays, showcasing the power of innovative design in retail.
Millie Contractor, GM, Messe Düsseldorf India states, “In-store Asia 2024 has been a resounding success. The energy, innovation and collaboration witnessed here will undoubtedly propel the Indian retail industry forward.” In-store Asia 2024 concluded on a high note, solidifying its position as the premier retail event in the region.