ABOUT THE FAIR
The PALM Expo is India’s leading trade fair for professional audio, lighting, and AV technologies. Held annually at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) NESCO in Mumbai—one of South Asia’s most important exhibition venues—it offers a world-class infrastructure tailored for large-scale events. Since its inception in 2001, the PALM Expo has become a key meeting point for the industry, attracting thousands of trade visitors from across Asia and beyond.
The event is organized by Hyve India Private Limited, part of the international Hyve Group, renowned for its professional execution of trade fairs and events worldwide. Exclusively open to industry professionals, the PALM Expo serves as a platform for manufacturers, distributors, and experts to showcase the latest products, technologies, and services in professional audio engineering, lighting technology, AV system integration, and music production.
With a clear emphasis on innovation and technological trends, the expo presents a wide range of cutting-edge solutions—from advanced audio systems for studio and live applications to intelligent lighting controls and state-of-the-art software for DJs, producers, and sound engineers. A strong focus on practical application allows visitors to experience new products in action through live demonstrations and interactive installations that simulate real-world scenarios.
Key highlights include the HARMAN Live Arena, where top brands demonstrate their systems under real live-performance conditions, as well as the Lighting Design Showcase and Immersive Mapping installations, which vividly illustrate creative uses of modern lighting and projection technologies. The PALM Conference & Seminar offers hands-on workshops and certification programs aimed at skill development and professional training.
The expo also recognizes excellence through the PALM Sound & Light Awards and the Indian Recording Arts Academy (IRAA) Awards, which honor outstanding achievements in sound, lighting design, and music production—highlighting both the creative and technical brilliance of the industry.
By combining innovation, education, networking, and recognition, the PALM Expo is not only a significant economic driver but also an exceptional experience for everyone passionate about shaping the future of the audiovisual industry.
The Palm Expo take place annually, and therefore presumably in May 2027 in Mumbai.