The IMTEX Forming, an annual trade fair for metal processing, takes place every January. Since its inception in 1969, it has evolved into one of the most important industry meeting points in Southeast Asia. The fair is organized by the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers Association (IMTMA), a respected organization dedicated to promoting the machine tool industry in India. The fair is characterized by a wide range of products and technologies from the metal forming machine industry. It stands for diversity and quality, covering everything from machine tools and precision tools to computer-aided manufacturing systems. IMTEX Forming is a platform that offers manufacturers and dealers in the metal processing industry the opportunity to establish business relationships, stay informed about the latest trends, and expand their customer base. A highlight is the parallel event of Tooltech, a fair specializing in industrial tools, as well as other industry-related fairs. This provides visitors with added value and the opportunity to learn about related product areas. IMTEX Forming is held at the Bangalore International Exhibition Center (BIEC), a modern exhibition center with advanced infrastructure and a strategically advantageous location in Bangalore, making it attractive for exhibitors and visitors. The significance of IMTEX Forming for the Indian metal processing industry is enormous. It reflects the growing strength and innovative power of the industry and acts as a showcase for the latest technologies and developments. Thus, IMTEX Forming plays a key role in the development of the Indian metal processing industry in the global market. The IMTEX Forming takes place annually, and therefore for the 56th time previsibly in January 2026 in Bangalore.