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AAC WORLDWIDE %u2022 2.2025 NEWS & MARKET 15%u2022 100 Years of AAC and The Net Zero Roadmap,presented (online) by Mr. Robert Turski (CEO,Xella Poland & President, EAACA) - provided ahistorical perspective on AAC%u2019s evolution and itsrole in achieving net-zero emissions.%u2022 Historical Perspective & Future Outlook of theChinese AAC Industry, presented by Mr. StephenShen & Mr. Liew Han-Young (China AeratedConcrete Association) - explored China%u2019s AACmarket development, best practices, and lessonsapplicable to India.%u2022 Global AAC Industry Overview, presented byMr. Michael von Ahlen (Editor-in-Chief,AAC Worldwide) - highlighted global trends,challenges, and innovations shaping the futureof the AAC industry.%u2022 Seismic Behavior of Reinforced AAC Panels,presented by Mr. Siddharth Sharma (Magicrete,India) - discussed AAC%u2019s structural performancein earthquake-prone regions, focusing on reinforced AAC panels.%u2022 Shear and Flexural Behavior of AAC Masonrywith Fiber-Reinforced Cement Matrix, presentedby Dr. Vaibhav Singhal (IIT Patna, India) -explored enhancements to AAC%u2019s mechanicalproperties for improved structural performance.%u2022 Reducing Breakage in AAC Plants,presented by Mr. Mukund Joshi(AAC India Institute, India) -provided practical solutions to minimizematerial loss and improveproduction efficiency.%u2022 Market Expansion Strategies, presented byMr. Tolga %u00d6ztoprak (Independent Consultant,T%u00fcrkiye) - focused on scaling AAC adoption,optimizing supply chains, and expanding intonew markets.%u2022 AAC Experience in Egypt, presented byMr. Mattias Sjoberg (Plena Group, UnitedKingdom) - shared his long-term experiencesin the market growth and challenges in Egypt.The conference commenced with an inspiring keynote speech by Sourabh Bansal, National Convener of IAACPA and Managing Director of Magicrete.In his speech, Mukund Joshi, Technical Co-Chair, provided practical solutions to minimize material loss and improve production efficiency.Panel DiscussionsTwo panel discussions provided in-depth insights into the current landscape and future trajectory of the AAC industry.%u2022 Challenges and Opportunities in Expanding the AAC Industry in IndiaModerated by Nitin Lalwani: This panel discussion featured industry leaders includingSourabh Bansal (Magicrete), Vijay Lahoti (HIL Limited), P. Selvasundaram (Renacon), Uttam Patel(Ecogreen), Mohit Saboo (Bigbloc), and Sujeet Jha (JK Laxmi). Topics covered: market penetration,regulatory challenges, and the need for standardized quality.%u2022 Innovation in AAC Manufacturing - AI, Automation, and SustainabilityModerated by Mukund Joshi: This panel discussion featured experts such as Ralf Beier(Aircrete Europe), Andreas Markiewicz (Masa WhiteHub), Sidharth Bansal (Magicrete), MrugeshShah (Forbes Marshal), Venkata Ratnam (Buildmate) and Amin Gupta (Thirumala). Topics covered:AI integration, automation, energy optimization, and sustainable manufacturing practices.