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AAC WORLDWIDE %u2022 2.2025 NEWS & MARKET 17Numerous presentations by sponsors also contributed significantly to the value of this conference. These included presentations from Keda Suremaker (Platinum Sponsor), Runding and The Arasan Aluminium Industries Ltd (both Gold Sponsors), Buildmate, Masa WhiteHub, Aircrete Europe, Laxmi and Olymspan (all Silver Sponsors).Further sponsors were Teeyer (session sponsor), Powerol (kit sponsor) and Modi Group (Gala Dinner sponsor).Closing Remarks & Future VisionThe conference concluded with an inspiring address by Sidharth Bansal, Technical Co-Chair of IAACPA, who proclaimed, %u201cIndia has arrived in the AAC industry!%u201d Reflecting on the journey from attending European and International AAC conferences to hosting India%u2019s own landmark event, he emphasized three key initiatives:1) Establishing eight regional chapters for continuous industry collaboration.2) Forming technical and regulatory bodies to workwith government agencies and double the market size within five years.3) Creating a task force to address safety andquality concerns.A central theme throughout the conference was the AAC industry%u2019s role in environmental sustainability. Traditional brick manufacturing is one of the largest contributors to carbon emissions, comparable to the steel and cement industries. In contrast, AAC provides a greener alternative by significantly reducing the carbon footprint. India%u2019s AAC manufacturers primarily use fly ash (95% of production), positioning the industry as a crucial player in the country%u2019s circular economy. With India generating nearly 250 million tons of fly ash annually, AAC plants are now the second-largest consumers of this byproduct, following the cement industry.ConclusionThe 1st Indian AAC Conference was more than just an event %u2013 it was a defining moment for India%u2019s AAC industry. It highlighted the sector%u2019s resilience, growth potential, and collective ambition to make AAC the preferred choice for sustainable construction. The overwhelming response and valuable discussions set the stage for future collaborations, innovations, and policy advancements, ensuring continued success and expansion of the AAC industry in India. %u25cfTwo panel discussions provided in-depth insights into the current landscape and future trajectory of the AAC industry.www.iaacpa.org