Gifts World Expo and Paperworld India Announce Nationwide Expansion
Messe Frankfurt India and MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd have entered a strategic alliance to improve the gifting and stationery industry with a pan-India presence. With dedicated editions expected to take place in locations including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata, these shows will offer exhibitors year-round engagement, wider market access, and region-specific networking opportunities.
The February 2026 Mumbai edition will mark an important transformation as the long-standing Corporate Gifts Show will now be rebranded under the Gifts World Expo umbrella, to cover the entire spectrum of the gifting sector. Paperworld India, Messe Frankfurt GmbH’s global brand for stationery, office, and school supplies, will make its debut in New Delhi alongside Gifts World Expo before expanding to other cities.
Raj Manek, Executive Director and Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holding Ltd commented on the partnership, stating that the goal is to align strengths and industry insights to create a nationally relevant and sectorally deep portfolio. He noted that the focus on four key hubs will drive stronger market reach and sustained engagement for both Indian and global brands.
Himani Gulati, Director, MEX Exhibitions, and Gaurav Juneja, Director, MEX Exhibitions, called the collaboration a step toward creating a comprehensive, future-oriented platform and taking the shows from being just national to international entities while maintaining high standards of networking and product presentation. The debut Gifts World Expo in Mumbai will run from February 26–28, 2026, at Nesco, Mumbai.
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