The prestigious Sugar, Ethanol, and Bioenergy International Awards (SEIA) 2026 came to a resounding conclusion at The Westin, Powai Lake in Mumbai, celebrating exceptional achievements within the sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy sectors. The award function, a highlight of the 5th edition of the Sugar – Ethanol and Bioenergy India Conference (SEIC 2026), held from June 12 to 13, 2026, honored the industry’s brightest stars on June 12, 2026. The event provided a platform to recognize organizations and individuals who have driven innovation and growth within their respective fields. The conference was inaugurated by lighting lamps by dignitaries.
Bollywood actress- Zareen Khan, presented an award to Grow House Agro Limited for being Emerging Commodity Trading Company.
During the conference, notable figures from the sugar industry nationwide were in attendance, including Uppal Shah, the founder and CEO of Chinimandi, Hemant Shah (Co-founder of Chinimandi), Jitu Shah (founder of J.K. Group), Raosaheb Danve Patil, Former Minister of State for Railways, Coal and Mines, Government of India, Rajesh Tope Former Health Minister, Ashwini Srivastava, (Joint Secretary at DFPD), Dr. Sanjay Kolte, Sugar Commissioner, Maharashtra, Atul Chaturvedi (Executive Chairman, Shree Renuka Sugars Limited), Prakash Naiknavare, Managing Director of National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories Limited (NFCSF), Vijendra Singh (Executive Director & Dy. CEO, Shree Renuka Sugars Ltd), Ravi Gupta (Director, Shree Renuka Sugars Ltd.), Omraje Botre-Patil, (Director, Onkar Group) and José Mauro da Fonseca Costa Couto, (Brazil Consul General, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil) among others.
The SEIA 2026 Awards recognized excellence across various categories, each highlighting pivotal contributions to the growth and success of the industry. Awards were presented for Best Sugar Plant in the Private Sector, Most Diversified Sugar Group, Emerging Start-up for Biofuel Trade, the Lifetime Achievement Award, among others. These accolades honored leaders, innovators, and rising stars who are transforming the sugar and ethanol sectors through their dedication, ingenuity, and leadership.
The SEIA 2026 ceremony was not just about recognition, but also a celebration of the collective commitment to sustainability, innovation, and growth in the sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy sectors. It offered a unique opportunity for professionals to network, exchange ideas, and forge new partnerships to continue driving the industry forward.
The impact of SEIA 2026 remained palpable across the industry, inspiring others to follow the path of excellence set by the award winners. The night marked not only a celebration of past achievements but also a catalyst for future advancements, setting the stage for even greater progress in the years to come.
The conference saw the participation of India’s one of the most innovative companies such as Nirani Sugars, KBK Chem – Engineering, Rika Global Impex, Onkar Sakhar Pvt. Ltd. Praj Industries, Fuelbrains india Pvt. Ltd., Noor Enzymes Pvt. Ltd., Alfa Laval, Aditya Finchem Pvt. Ltd., Findability Sciences Inc, Nizamuddin Group, Shri Gurudatt Sugars Ltd., Shri Vitthal SSK, Swaraj Green Power & Fuel, Balarampur Chini Mills, Business Core Solutions among others.
