The 12th Edition of the SVUM International Trade Show 2026 is set to transform Ahmedabad into a global business crossroads from 11–13 February 2026, followed by factory visit programs on 14–15 February 2026.
Organized by the Saurashtra Vepar Udyog Mahamandal (SVUM) is a federation of industry and trade bodies from the Saurashtra and Kutch regions—this event is widely recognized as a principal gateway connecting Indian enterprises to global markets.
Hosted at the AMC Shopping Festival Plot on Sindhu Bhavan Road in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, the trade show promises focused networking, business synergies, and export possibilities that extend far beyond India’s borders.
A Decade of Global Trade Confluence
Since its inception in 2001, SVUM has steadily built a platform that enables Indian businesses—especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage with international buyers, policymakers, and investors. The 2026 edition, marking its 12th run, stands on the shoulders of eleven previous gatherings that cumulatively welcomed more than 1,500 foreign buyers from over 60 countries, accompanied by diplomats and government officials from numerous nations. These earlier editions have generated business worth over INR 5,000 crore (~USD 600 million), showcasing the event’s tangible impact on cross‑border commerce.
SVUM’s approach has always embraced inclusive trade development, rooted in policy advocacy, infrastructure promotion, and multi‑sector export engagement. For decades, it has served as a practical bridge linking India’s industrial strengths with global demand. Today, the 2026 edition amplifies this vision by bringing together government leaders, industry executives, investors, and international buyers under one platform designed for structured dialogue and business matching.
Event Pillars – Exhibition, Summit, and Buyer Engagement
SVUM 2026 is far more than a standard trade fair; it is a multi‑layered international business forum consisting of three core pillars:
1. International Exhibition
The heart of the trade show revolves around a large‑scale exhibition that highlights Indian industrial capacities across diverse verticals—manufacturing, engineering, technology, textiles, services, and more. Exhibitors showcase products and services that demonstrate India’s export competitiveness and innovation potential, reflecting decades of manufacturing experience and entrepreneurial energy.
2. Global Business Summit
Alongside the exhibition, a Global Business Summit convenes trade representatives, policymakers, chambers of commerce, and industry leaders to address critical issues such as bilateral trade agreements, capacity building, MSME growth strategies, technology transfer, and collaborative investments. These structured discussions serve as strategic blueprints for how participating countries can forge long‑term economic ties.
3. Buyer‑Seller Meetings & Factory Visits
A distinctive advantage of SVUM 2026 lies in its buyer–seller meetings—where international delegates engage directly with Indian manufacturers and exporters. These interactions are tailored to facilitate immediate business partnerships, commercial negotiations, and contracting opportunities. The post‑show factory visit schedule (14–15 February 2026) further deepens understanding between foreign buyers and Indian producers by offering on‑ground insights into manufacturing processes, quality standards, and operational readiness.
Strategic Focus and Global Connectivity
A central objective of SVUM is to strengthen bilateral trade relations between India and partner nations. The 2026 edition is expected to attract over 200 foreign delegates from at least 30 countries, including emerging markets from Africa, Southeast Asia, and beyond. Such diverse participation underscores India’s expanding influence within global supply chains and trade corridors.
Beyond commercial exchanges, SVUM 2026 emphasizes cross‑sector development priorities, which include:
Technology Transfer: Encouraging international collaborations that introduce advanced methods and digital solutions into Indian SMEs.
MSME Modernization: Facilitating discussions on capacity enhancement, productivity optimization, and access to global value chains.
Industrial Growth Strategies: Offering a forum to explore policies and models that can help businesses expand domestically and abroad.
Medical Tourism and Education Linkages: Highlighting services sectors that are increasingly integral to international engagement and soft power projection.
These thematic sections reflect a holistic mindset—positioning SVUM as a trade show that not only facilitates transactions but also influences the structural evolution of India’s export ecosystem.
Ahmedabad – India’s Strategic Business Hub
Choosing Ahmedabad as the venue for SVUM 2026 was strategic. As one of India’s fastest‑growing economic centers, the city boasts robust transport linkages, strong industrial clusters, and global connectivity including direct flights to the Gulf and other international destinations. The venue’s accessibility and infrastructure support make it ideal for a trade show of this scale, enabling easy movement of goods, participants, and international delegations.
The Indian government’s continued push toward export‑oriented reforms, coupled with Gujarat’s pro‑business policy environment, have enhanced the appeal of events like SVUM as catalysts for sustained economic growth and foreign direct investment.
SVUM’s Role in Future Trade Expansion
Over the past decade, SVUM events have moved beyond mere exhibitions toward becoming strategic platforms where long‑term commercial relationships are formed, and actionable export deals are negotiated. The 2026 edition is expected to continue this trajectory by offering comprehensive exposure to international business practices, policy dialogues, and supply‑chain partnerships.
For entrepreneurs, investors, and trade delegates, SVUM 2026 represents a gateway to global markets—a rare occasion where new business horizons are explored, innovative collaborations are forged, and the pulse of international commerce becomes tangible.
As India continues to ascend within the global economic landscape, the SVUM International Trade Show 2026 will stand as a powerful testament to the nation’s open‑market ambitions and evolving export prowess—inviting the world not just to trade, but to trade smartly, purposefully, and for growth that resonates across continents.
