IPF wishes all its readers a flourishing new year. The first edition of 2018 focusses on Plastic Industry and Machine Tools sector. The Plastic Industry section explains how novel technologies and rise in usage of polymers in new areas of applications are likely to spur the growth of plastic manufacturing sector. It also covers multiple interactions of IPF with the respective industry players. The second section Machine Tools will make the readers aware that manufacturers are now diversifying their manufacturing solutions to tap emerging sectors such as aerospace, defence, railways, infrastructure equipment, etc. A couple of case studies along with interviews are also included for more exposure to the readers. A special focus on IMTEX Forming 2018 is also included in the January edition. The IPF PLUS like all editions in January too covers latest topics from SMEMSME sector.