The Welcome address was given by Mr Rajesh Nath, Managing Director, VDMA India. The Introduction of thyssenkrupp Industries  India and activities was given by Mr Indranil Roy, Director, thyssenkrupp Industries  India. The State Mining Machinery industry was given by Mr Klaus Stoeckmann, VDMA Frankfurt. The Activities and Services of VDMA India was given by Mr Rajesh Nath, Managing Director, VDMA India. This was followed by a Round-table discussion on Current economic situation of manufacturers. 

There were 19 participants from the industry.