Sugarcane 2030: driving action for sustainable growth
New Delhi, India 9-13 March 2026
A global event to accelerate sustainability, innovation, and impact across the sugarcane value chain.
About the event
Bonsucro Global Week, a flagship event for sustainability in the sugarcane sector, is taking place in New Delhi, India, on 9-13 March 2026. This global event brings together sugarcane producers, civil society, brands, and stakeholders from across the supply chain for a unique week of learning, sharing, and connection.
Registration is currently being updated. Please check back soon!
Please note that registration is now only open for Indian participants. International registration will open soon.
Here's why you should join us:
Be part of a global community
Connect with industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the sugarcane supply chain. Start building partnerships that last well beyond the event and celebrate progress at the Bonsucro Inspire Awards. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet the Bonsucro senior leadership team in person.
See practical impact first-hand
Learn from real-world case studies, certification stories, and interactive workshops. Discover practical tools and approaches, from reducing greenhouse gas emissions to empowering smallholder farmers, that are driving measurable change on the ground.
Get future insights
Stay ahead of the curve with discussions on the future of sugarcane. Explore new markets in the bioeconomy, hear from experts on climate and human rights, and help shape Bonsucro’s next strategic plan for a sustainable and competitive sector.
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Agenda & Speakers
As climate change, economic volatility and social pressures reshape the sugarcane landscape, we are excited to bring the dialogue to New Delhi, India’s political and strategic hub where we look forward to engaging conversations with industry experts and event participants.
2026 Programme Highlights
- Opening ceremony with a traditional Indian welcome and keynote addresses from sector leaders.
- Plenary panels on bold solutions for sustainable sugarcane, India’s leadership in sustainability, new markets in the bioeconomy, human rights, smallholders, and the future of certification.
- Interactive workshops on greenhouse gas measurement, sustainable finance, and smallholder inclusion.
- Certification stories that showcase progress from around the world.
- Networking and community building through dedicated sessions, evening receptions, and the Bonsucro Inspire Awards.
- A field trip to see examples of sugarcane sustainability in practice – more details coming soon.
Speakers
Announcing our speaker lineup, shaping the discussions on the future of sustainable sugarcane, with more to be announced in the coming weeks:
Ajith Radhakrishnan
Senior Advisor & Country Coordinator Water Resources Group, World Bank
Amit Chowdhury
National Officer, United Nations - International Organization for Migration
André Valente Werneck
Sustainability Director, Raízen
Avantika Saraogi
Executive Director, Balrampur Chini Mills
Daniel Levelt
Managing Director, SmartCane
Emanuela Ranieri-Svendsen
Deputy Director - Human Rights, Proforest
Julia Clark
Director - Sugar Ethics, Tate and Lyle Sugars
Kiran Wadhwana
Chair, Bonsucro Board
Meredith Smith
Head of Sustainability, ED&F Man Commodities
Prashant Pastore
General Manager - Water and Sustainable Agriculture, Solidaridad Asia
Sangeeta Srivastava
Executive Director, Godavari Biorefineries Limited
Sankalp Puwar
Manager - Energy & Environment, Indian Sugar & Bio-energy Manufacturers Association
Sonakshi Pande
Sustainability Manager, Nestle
Rakesh Gangwar
Managing Director, Mawana Sugars Ltd.
Rhea Dabriwala
Co-Founder & CEO, Ground Up
Roshan Lal Tamak
Executive Director & CEO - Sugar Business, DCM Shriram
Vidya Rangan
Director - Policy and Engagement, ISEAL
Registration & pricing
Early bird available until 19th December 2025 at 17:00 GMT
Please note that registration is now only open for Indian participants.
International registration will open soon.
ticket prices
| Member | Non-member | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Currency | Price |
Price |
|
| Indian delegate | INR ₹ | 31,500 | 35,000 |
| Indian farmer | INR ₹ | 2,100 | 35,000 |
| International delegate | USD $ | 770 | 850 |
Field trip
On 12-13 March, after the conference, there will be a field trip available to conference attendees. The field trip is always a highlight of the Bonsucro Global Week and tickets are available via the registration form. Click here for more information.
Accommodation
| Currency | Hotel package (3 nights) |
Hotel package (4 nights) |
|
| Indian delegate | INR ₹ | 88,500 | 118,000 |
| International delegate | USD $ | 1,030 | 1,370 |
Bonsucro has secured preferential room bookings at The Leela Ambience Gurugram, where the Bonsucro Global Week conference will take place. Bookings can be made via the registration form.
We encourage you to take advantage of our preferential hotel rates and book your room now. If you require rooms at a later stage and wish to benefit from the reduced tariff, contact bgw@bonsucro.com to check availability.
Click here for details of the rooms on offer.
If you book your accommodation package through Bonsucro, our team will assist you with your room reservation up until check-in. Once you arrive at the hotel, guest services will be managed directly by The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel.
If you prefer to book your accommodation directly through The Leela Ambience Hotel website, please note there are multiple Leela hotels so be sure to book the right one. Please coordinate your reservation with the hotel’s reservation team:
☎️ +91 124 477 123
Registration is currently being updated. Please check back soon!
Be a sponsor
Amplify your impact. Elevate your brand. Connect with leaders.
Sponsoring Bonsucro Global Week is the perfect opportunity to reach new audiences, give your brand exposure and communicate your sustainability efforts.
What you can get from sponsoring the event:
- Opportunities to develop new relationships with key stakeholders and position your company as a leader.
- Chance to demonstrate your credibility and commitment to sustainability.
- Access to engage new sectors, businesses, and regions.
- Association with a respected platform known for advancing practical sustainability.
Past sponsors have included leading agribusinesses, consumer brands, technology providers, and development partners, all committed to making sugarcane part of the climate solution.
Bonsucro Inspire awards
Our global event is home to the Bonsucro Inspire Awards, which celebrate our members’ outstanding efforts to drive sustainability in the sugarcane sector, tackling the problems facing their regions by thinking innovatively, finding creative solutions, and sharing this knowledge with others.
Now in their 12th year, the awards are highly competitive, featuring submissions from all parts of the sugarcane supply chain, and widely engaged with on social media.
Deadline for submission: 25th January 2026
Practical Info
When and where is the event?
When: 9-13 March 2026
Where: The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences, New Delhi, India
How do I get there?
Attendees are responsible for organising their own travel to and from the event. The nearest airport is Delhi International.
Where can I stay?
Do I get help with my visa application?
All attendees are responsible for obtaining the necessary visa to attend BGW in New Delhi, India.
Bonsucro cannot apply for or guarantee the granting of visas.
If you require supporting documentation (e.g., invitation letter), please email bgw@bonsucro.com.
What if I can’t make it?
Cancellation/Refund Policy
If you cannot attend Bonsucro Global Week due to changing plans or visa issues, you are encouraged to send a substitute attendee at any time, including on the day of the event. If you must cancel after payment, a refund will be issued minus a 20% cancellation fee, provided a written request is received by 10 February 2026 at bgw@bonsucro.com. No refunds will be given after this date.
