International Metals and Metallurgy Summit on Advanced Rolling Technologies
International Metals and Metallurgy Summit on Advanced Rolling Technologies
New Delhi, March 2, 2026 – IMMS 2026 organized by the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM) – Delhi Chapter, was successfully held at the India International Centre, New Delhi, under the theme “Advanced Rolling Technologies for Metals & Alloys.”
The programme commenced with ceremonial lamp lighting followed by the Welcome Address by Shri Manoranjan Ram, Chairman, IIM–Delhi Chapter. He highlighted the role of IIM and its Delhi Chapter in knowledge dissemination and emphasized the importance of the conference theme in addressing steel industry challenges, adoption of latest rolling technologies, capital investment requirements, application of Artificial Intelligence, direct rolling techniques, and integration of renewable energy in the metals sector.
Guests of Honour Shri Gajendra Panwar, CEO & MD, Danieli India, outlined Danieli Group’s strong presence in India with multiple rolling mill projects and reiterated commitment towards Make in India. Shri Navneet Singh, Managing Director, Yogi Ji Digi, presented advanced digital solutions supporting modern rolling processes including strip processing and coating technologies.
Delivering the Keynote Address, Shri V R Sharma, Vice Chairman, Jindal Steel Limited Advisory Services, stressed the need for dedicated Engineering and Design centres in India for Steel Plants and advocated progressive transition towards green steel production.
The Inaugural Address was delivered by Chief Guest Dr. A K Panda, Director (Finance) & Additional Charge of Director (Commercial), Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), who highlighted the capacity expansion plans of SAIL, decarbonisation initiatives, adoption of cleaner technologies, and reduction of carbon emissions across SAIL plant units.
The IMMS 2026 Souvenir was released during the inaugural session. The international conference witnessed participation from leading industry experts from India, technologists from India and Europe, researchers, academicians and professionals, fostering discussions on sustainable and future-ready rolling technologies for the steel industry