The Emission Controls Manufacturers Association (ECMA) is addressing India's transition to the next generation of vehicular emission regulations, particularly BS-VII, at the 17th edition of its International Conference on Emission Control Technologies (ECT 2026), being held on October 22nd and 23rd at Hotel Taj Vivanta, Dwarka, New Delhi.

The two-day conference, themed 'Engineering Clean Mobility Advancements for BS-VII', brings together government officials, automotive manufacturers, technology suppliers, researchers and international experts to discuss emission control technologies and sustainable mobility solutions. The event also includes an exhibition of products and technologies related to emission reduction.

According to ECMA, discussions on BS-VII are expected to cover real-world emissions, onboard monitoring and lifecycle sustainability, in addition to conventional tailpipe emission limits. The conference will examine technological developments relevant to potential regulatory changes, including combustion engines, emission after-treatment systems and alternative fuel technologies.

Technical discussions will cover advanced combustion engines, hybrid powertrains, hydrogen, biofuels and digital monitoring systems in the context of changing emission requirements. The conference will also address the implications of stricter emission standards for vehicle manufacturers and component suppliers, including considerations related to environmental objectives, affordability, energy security and industrial competitiveness.

Established in 2002, ECMA represents 21 global emission control systems manufacturers and allied industries operating in India, according to its latest conference brochure. The association works with industry stakeholders, technical institutions and policymakers on emission reduction technologies for on-road and off-road applications, including those relevant to future emission regulations such as BS-VII.

ECMA members are participating in BS-VII-related panels constituted under the Standing Committee on Emission Legislation (SCOE) and the Automotive Industry Standards Committee (AISC), both of which operate under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The association also maintains links with the Association for Emissions Control by Catalyst (AECC) in Europe and the Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association (MECA) in the United States.

The previous edition, held in October 2025, attracted more than 360 delegates and included nine keynote addresses and 29 technical papers across ten sessions.

Discussions covered Euro 7 and BS-VII regulations, emission control technologies for light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles, off-road applications and hybrid powertrains. The 2026 conference focuses on emerging emission standards and technologies, with BS-VII as the central theme of discussions on India's future vehicular emission requirements.