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June 2022
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5TH EDITION OF BCH’S “RIGHT” HYGIENE CONFERENCE CLOSES AS INDIA’S &

9th June 2022 - New Delhi: The 5th Edition of the ‘Right’ Hygiene Conference was without
a doubt the biggest and most successful event ever held for the Indian and the entire South
Asian absorbent hygiene industry, receiving high praise from industry stalwarts in both India
and abroad alike. Attracting 320 delegates from 20 countries and 155 companies, it was held
in New Delhi on the 2nd-3rd June and took over from previous editions in terms of numbers,
content and participating companies & countries. The products in focus were sanitary napkins,
baby and adult diapers, underpads and wipes.

The objective of the conference was to bring together global & Indian experts with their latest
innovations in products, processes, raw materials and machinery & share their knowledge with
the stakeholders of the Indian industry under one roof for face-to-face interactions, targeted
networking and deliberations on key issues that the industry faces as of today.

A lot has happened in the last two years in India with respect to the absorbent hygiene industry.
New players have come in and existing ones are in an expansion mode. Raw material supply
is gradually getting indigenized and thus import substitution is on the rise. As India gears up
for the next hygiene revolution, it is witnessing new market trends coupled with a change in
production dynamics. A never seen before ‘user awareness’ is making the whole frame very
exciting. Against this backdrop the event witnessed an excellent program and participation.

The two keynotes on day 1; the first one coming from the Mr. R. Senguttuvan, Operating
Partner at Premji Invest focussed on “What Private Equity Looks for in Investee
Companies” and the second one was from Mr. Akhil Meshram, Senior Director, Category
Head ISC Feminine Care, Procter & Gamble Hygiene & Health Care Ltd. on the latest
trends and innovations in the Indian Hygiene Industry. Further in the program there was
speech on market trends delivered by Mr. Kanav Gupta, Associate Director, BCH on
“Hygiene in India – Vision 2030”. These three speeches set a high and optimistic tone for the
2 days of the conference. The second day had another very interesting keynote speech by
Mr. Pierre Wiertz, Advisor, EDANA on the ‘Evolving Value Proposition of AHP’s Within
3 Generations” which gave much needed food for thought to the listeners.

With an expert panel of speakers from all fragments of the industry, the 2 days witnessed
presentations covering a myriad of areas such as improvement and alternate solutions in raw
materials, machinery and components, new packaging solutions for hygiene products to more
technical aspects including emerging technologies and futuristic way forwards. Addressing
sustainability was a part of most of the presentations.

Apart from the above mentioned, the other speaker companies were namely A Celli
Nonwovens, Andritz Nonwoven, Avgol, Cellulose Converting Solutions, Fitesa, H.B.
Fuller, Inviya (Indorama), Mondon, Nobel Hygiene, Nordson, Optima, Osprey
Corporation, Reifenhauser Reicofil, S.B. Packagings, SDP Global Co., Swara Baby
Products and Teknoweb Converting.

Adjacent to the hall there was a vibrant table top exhibition where 32 companies were
exhibiting their latest product offerings on both the days of the conference.
A very interesting highlight of the event was the 3rd edition of the ‘Right’ Hygiene Awards
Ceremony to celebrate important successes and significant contribution within the industry.
The winners of these awards were Niine for the CSR Award, for playing a vital role in
supporting hospitals, NGOs, and local bodies during the Covid-19 pandemic in India; Inviya
(Indorama) for the Trendsetter Award for their “first made in India” hygiene grade spandex
which offers solutions for hygiene industry; and Avgol Nonwovens for the Innovation Award
for their biotransformation technology for nonwovens. There was also a special BCH Legend
Award which went to Mr. Wilfried Laser, Key Account Manager, Optima nonwovens.

Another interesting feature was the panel discussion which aimed at an interaction between
the panellists and the audience wherein key issues and problems and also futuristic and
visionary attributes of the industry were brought forward and discussed. A panel constituting
of 8 experienced industry leaders belonging to different parts of the value chain of the
industry were seen to be interacting with the audience and sharing their knowledge on various
topics of concern.
With ample time for discussions and interactions through breaks and a relaxing fun evening
with cocktails and dinner, the event concluded on a positive and hopeful note towards the future
of the Indian absorbent hygiene industry with new partnerships made, friendships fostered and
a positive feeling towards new and existing investments in the industry.

“We are very happy to receive such positive feedback. After more than 2 years of isolation due
to the Covid-19 pandemic, the industry was quite eager to meet and conduct business in a
normal way. We saw great support from global and Indian stakeholders by way of delegates,
speakers, exhibitors and sponsors. We take this opportunity to thank all and urge you to stay
tuned for more as India steps into a golden decade for the absorbent hygiene industry. We at
BCH have always endeavoured to play catalyst to growth and invite you all to be a part of this
journey” said Mr. Samir Gupta, Managing Director, BCH.

“The organization was very professional and well attended. It is a very good and valuable event
to be informed and to approach in the Indian hygiene market with good networking
possibilities.” said Mr. Wilfried Laser, Key Account Manager, Optima Nonwovens.

“Not only well organized and well attended, this event was also well stacked with high class
professionals. Thank you, BCH, for organizing it!” said Mr. Falk Roesner, Sales Manager,
Reifenhauser Reicofil.

“An energetic event with excellent sessions and intellectual speakers! I sincerely thank you and
entire BCH team for organizing Right Hygiene. A highly-focused and informative conference
with plethora of networking opportunities in the hygiene industry. “ said Ms Jyoti Mishra,
IMEA Marketing Manager, H.B. Fuller

“Being able to share and discuss issues with so many stakeholders were very meaningful for
the future hygiene industry.” Said Mr. Kazumitsu Suzuki, R&D General Manager, SDP
Global Co., Ltd.

About BCH
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companies in striking reciprocally beneficial alliances with the Nonwoven and Technical
Textile industry. It co-ordinates business activities and facilitates collaboration all across the
globe and offers a set of customised services, through its 365 day showroom/ Training
Workshops/ Seminars/ Conferences/ Market Research/ R&D solutions/ Publication TechTex
India. As a gateway for Indian and overseas companies, BCH assists in Entry Strategy, Tie-
ups and Alliances and also offers Global Sourcing solutions. While holding a rock-solid rapport
worldwide with coveted organizations, BCH aspires to steer industry players in accomplishing
the utmost yield by serving them in all their needs.

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