ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Global Road Construction Conference 2026

Driving the Future of Road Infrastructure Global Road Construction Conference 2026 December 18, 2026 | Hyatt Regency, Kolkata, India The Global Road Construction Conference 2026 is where innovation meets infrastructure excellence. As India accelerates towards its ambitious goal of constructing 100 kilometres of roads per day, this landmark event brings together the brightest minds and boldest ideas shaping the future of road development. Revolutionizing Roads with Innovation & Sustainability Centred around the theme “Revolutionizing Roads Construction with New Technologies and Sustainable Materials,” the conference will showcase cutting-edge advancements, breakthrough materials, and smart construction technologies that are transforming the industry—making roads faster to build, safer to use, and more sustainable for the future. A Global Platform for Visionaries & Decision-Makers Step into a dynamic ecosystem of collaboration and opportunity, featuring: 1. Industry Leaders & Policymakers 2. Global EPC Contractors & Concessionaires 3. Material Innovators & Technology Providers 4. Delegates from 20+ Countries Gain exclusive insights from world-class speakers, exchange transformative ideas, and build powerful global connections that drive real-world impact. Where Business Meets Opportunity More than just a conference, GRC 2026 is a high-energy marketplace and innovation hub: Connect with buyers, suppliers, and solution providers Discover next-generation technologies and solutions Unlock new business opportunities and partnerships Engage in insightful panel discussions tackling industry challenges and future trends Be Part of the Movement Join us in redefining the future of road construction—where innovation, sustainability, and collaboration converge to build the highways of tomorrow.
Our Features

Why Attend GRC 2026?

  • Because the next opportunity rarely announces itself.

    Markets move. Infrastructure evolves. Trade flows shift. GRC-2026 brings the forces shaping the industry together—giving you the insight, access and connections to stay ahead.

    01 | READ THE MARKET
    Gain perspectives on bitumen, petrochemicals and petroproducts, including supply, demand, pricing, refinery dynamics and global trade.

    02 | SEE WHERE DEMAND IS HEADING
    Understand the infrastructure and road development landscape driving future markets, investment and procurement.

    03 | FOLLOW THE VALUE CHAIN
    Explore the role of ports, shipping, storage, transportation and logistics from refinery to road.

    04 | HEAR FROM INDUSTRY LEADERS
    Engage with decision-makers and experts shaping the direction of the industry.

    05 | BUILD BUSINESS CONNECTIONS
    Meet producers, refiners, traders, contractors, infrastructure companies and logistics providers—and turn conversations into opportunities.

    06 | SHAPE WHAT COMES NEXT
    Challenge perspectives, exchange ideas and gain the intelligence needed to anticipate change and make better decisions.


    ONE ROOM. THE ENTIRE VALUE CHAIN.

    Come for the insight. Connect for the opportunity. Leave ready for what’s next.

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Our SPEAKERS

Speakers Who Are Experts
in Their Fields

A K Srivastava

Ex ADG- MoRTH, Government of India

Akhilesh Srivastava

Chairman- Bitumen Forum India, President ITS Industry Forum, Ex CGM-NHAI, World Economic Forum, IT Advisor - Uttarakhand Government, Road Safety Brand Ambassador (IRF-IC)

Arppan Ghosh

COO-Technical- NHIT Southern Projects Private Limited | Concessions, Infrastructure Developme

Atasi Das

Assistant Vice President- G R Infraprojects Ltd

D. O. Tawade

Ex NHAI, MoRTH

Debashis Chakraverty

CEO & Director, HINCOL

Dr Ambika Behl

Principal Scientist & HOD Flexible Pavement - CSIR - Central Road Research Institute (CRRI)

Dr Chalumuri Ravi Sekhar

Director, CSIR-Central Road Research Institute

Dr Dharamveer Singh

Professor at Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Dr Siddhartha Pal

Principal Scientist, Praj Industries Limited

Ganesh Khole

Head Sales & New Business Development- LANXESS India Private Limited

Gulfam Khan

Associate Director, Moglix

Himanshu Ranjan

Former Executive Director,
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)

K John Prasad

Country Head (Institutional Business) Indian Oil Corporation of India (IOCL)

Kamlesh Gupta

Assistant Vice President-Pavements, Cube Highways Technologies Pvt Ltd

Kevin Benny

Energy Derivatives & Price Risk Management- Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX)

Phani Prasad Mandalaparthy

Practice Leader Consulting - Transport, Logistics & Mobility, CRISIL

Prof Nikhil Saboo

Associate Professor at Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

R K Pandey

Member (Projects)- National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)

Rexy Ravindran

President - Bitumen Forum, Chairman - Rex Group

S K Nirmal

Ex Director General - MoRTH, Secretary General- Indian Road Congress (IRC)

Satish Pandey

Head – Flexible Pavement Division, CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI)

Interesting sessions at a glance

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Inaugural Session

Networking Tea & Coffee Break

Networking Lunch

Networking Tea & Coffee Break

GRC-2026, Mumbai — Key Moments & Milestones

  • A defining edition that brought the road construction and bitumen ecosystem together.

    • 300+ Industry Stakeholders — Senior decision-makers, industry leaders and professionals from across the value chain.
    • Complete Value Chain Representation — Bitumen, modified bitumen, road construction, infrastructure, oil marketing, logistics and allied sectors.
    • Industry & Government Participation — Meaningful engagement with policymakers, technical experts, contractors, consultants and leading industry organisations.

      From conversations to connections. From insights to opportunities.

      GRC-2026 Mumbai set the stage for an even bigger industry dialogue in Kolkata.

About The Venue - Hyatt Regency Kolkata, India

Hyatt Regency, Kolkata, India

A sophisticated urban retreat combining contemporary comfort, award-winning dining and world-class business facilities—Hyatt Regency Kolkata provides the perfect setting for GRC-2026.
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