INTRODUCTION
Manufacturing in 2026 stands at a historic inflection point. Smart Manufacturing is no longer a distant aspiration — it has become the engine of the new industrial era, merging advanced technologies, intelligent machines, and empowered people to create factories that think, adapt, and evolve.
Manufacturing 5.0 has arrived — ushering in an era where technology and humanity converge to create factories that are not only smart, but also sustainable, resilient, and human-centric.
The last decade of Industry 4.0 laid the foundation with automation, robotics, IoT, and AI-driven analytics. But in 2026 and beyond, the focus has shifted. Manufacturing is no longer just about efficiency at scale — it is about collaboration between humans and machines, personalization of products, circular economy practices, and innovation that balances profitability with responsibility.
Our Partners
Supply Chain & Decision Intelligence Partner
Smart Manufacturing Partner
AI Partner
SILVER PARTNER
BRANDING PARTNER
Media Partners
Themes To Be Discussed
Cobots, Robotics & Human-Machine Collaboration
Redefining workforce roles through safe and productive collaboration.
Immersive Technologies (AR/VR/MR)
Enhancing training, remote monitoring, and process optimization in next-gen factories.
Advanced Analytics, Big Data & Cloud Integration
Unlocking actionable insights to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and drive profitability.
Digital Workforce & Skills of the Future
Upskilling talent and preparing employees to thrive in the era of smart, sustainable manufacturing.
Innovation, Commercialization & Scaling Digital Roadmaps
From pilot to enterprise-wide adoption — building executable transformation strategies.
Manufacturing 5.0 – The Human-Centric Future
Balancing advanced automation with human creativity, personalization, and sustainability.
AI, Generative AI & Digital Twins
Transforming predictive maintenance, design optimization, and real-time decision-making.
Resilient & Agile Supply Chains
Leveraging digital supply chain platforms, IIoT, and connected ecosystems for end-to-end visibility.
Sustainability & Circular Manufacturing
Embedding ESG goals, energy efficiency and carbon-neutral practices into smart factories.
Cybersecurity & Data Trust in Smart Factories
Protecting hyperconnected operations from growing digital risks.
Why Sponsor
Brand Visibility & Positioning
Showcase your brand as a thought leader in front of top manufacturing, technology, and policy decision-makers..
Direct Access to Decision-Makers
Network with CXOs, senior executives, and industry leaders driving smart manufacturing adoption.
Lead Generation & Business Growth
Gain qualified leads and build strategi partnerships with potential clients and collaborators.
Thought Leadership Opportunities
Share your expertise through keynotes, panels, or workshops, reinforcing your market authority.
Showcase Innovation
Demonstrate products, solutions, and success stories to a highly relevant and engaged audience.
Competitive Advantage
Position your organization ahead of competitors by being part of an exclusive, high-impact industry platform.
Who Should Attend
Manufacturing
Information Technology (IT)
Supply Chain Leaders
Procurement
ERP / EDP
Production
IoT
Supply Chain Management
Manufacturing Engineering
Operations
Research
Sustainability & ESG
Purchase Procurement
Process Excellence
Digital Products & Innovation
Solutions Architecture
Analytics
Robotics & Automation
Plant Head
AI & ML
INDUSTRY FOCUS
Automotive Manufacturing
Automotive Manufacturing
Aerospace Manufacturing
Aerospace Manufacturing
Electronics Manufacturing
Electronics Manufacturing
Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Medical Devices Manufacturing
Medical Devices Manufacturing
Plastic & Rubber Products Manufacturing
Plastic & Rubber Products Manufacturing
Printing & Related Support Activities
Printing & Related Support Activities
Household Appliances Manufacturing
Household Appliances Manufacturing
Petrochemical Manufacturing
Petrochemical Manufacturing
Cosmetics & Personal Care Products Manufacturing
Cosmetics & Personal Care Products Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
Textile Manufacturing
Textile Manufacturing
Paper & Pulp Manufacturing
Paper & Pulp Manufacturing
Machinery Manufacturing
Machinery Manufacturing
Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing
Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Furniture Manufacturing
Furniture Manufacturing
Clothing & Apparel Manufacturing
Clothing & Apparel Manufacturing
Shipbuilding & Marine Equipment Manufacturing
Shipbuilding & Marine Equipment Manufacturing
Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing
Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing
Construction Materials Manufacturing
Construction Materials Manufacturing
Agricultural Equipment Manufacturing
Agricultural Equipment Manufacturing
Defense & Military Equipment Manufacturing
Defense & Military Equipment Manufacturing
Keynote Speaker
OUR SPEAKERS
Award Categories
Individual Awards
Manufacturing Leader of the Year
Visionary CEO in Smart Manufacturing
Transformational COO Award
CIO of the Year – Driving Digital Manufacturing
Women Leader in Smart Manufacturing
Innovation Champion in Manufacturing 5.0
Pioneer in AI & Data-led Manufacturing
IoT Thought Leader of the Year
AR/VR Innovator for Manufacturing Excellence
Cybersecurity Champion in Smart Factories
Change Maker in Manufacturing Operations
Excellence in Supply Chain Digitalization
Sustainability Champion in Manufacturing
Quality & Process Improvement Leader
Global Influencer in Manufacturing Transformation
Smart Factory Evangelist
Young Achiever in Manufacturing
Lifetime Achievement in Manufacturing Excellence
Manufacturing Leader of the Decade
Chief Transformation Officer of the Year
Trailblazer in Digital Manufacturing Leadership
CXO of the Year – Manufacturing Excellence
Global Manufacturing Influencer
Young Achiever in Smart Manufacturing
Future Skills Advocate (Upskilling Workforce 5.0)
Manufacturing Mentor of the Year
Diversity & Inclusion Champion in Manufacturing
Lifetime Contribution to Manufacturing Excellence
Corporates Awards
Outstanding Manufacturing Leadership Team
Best Use of AI/ML in Manufacturing
Excellence in Robotics & Automation
Best Implementation of Digital Twin Technology
Smart Manufacturing Company of the Year
Most Innovative Manufacturing Enterprise
Excellence in Manufacturing Transformation
Best Strategy for Industry 4.0 & 5.0 Adoption
Innovation in AR/VR/XR for Manufacturing
IoT & IIoT Excellence Award
Blockchain in Supply Chain Award
Best Use of Predictive Analytics in Operations
Smart Factory of the Year
Excellence in Supply Chain Digitalization
Best in Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization
Quality Excellence Award
Resilient Manufacturing Enterprise Award
Excellence in Workforce Empowerment & Upskilling
Green Manufacturing Company of the Year
Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing
Best Circular Economy Initiative
Energy Efficiency Champion
ESG Impact Award Manufacturing Sector
Global Manufacturing Innovator of the Year
Best Customer-Centric Manufacturing Enterprise
Excellence in Customization & Personalization
Manufacturing Export Excellence Award
Best Collaboration in Manufacturing Ecosystem
Diversity & Inclusion in Manufacturing Award
Smart Manufacturing Startup of the Year
Rising Star in Manufacturing Excellence
Crisis Response & Resilience Award
Lifetime Achievement for a Manufacturing Enterprise
Manufacturing Enterprise of the Year
Excellence in Global Manufacturing Operations
Best Next-Gen Manufacturing Organization
Manufacturing Pioneer of the Decade
Best Enterprise in Driving Manufacturing 5.0
Smart Manufacturing Startup of the Year
Rising Star in Manufacturing Innovation
Cross-Industry Collaboration Award
Best Ecosystem Partner in Manufacturing Transformation
Crisis Management & Business Continuity Award
Lifetime Achievement in Corporate Manufacturing Excellence
Our Partners
Syren
Syren is an AI-driven supply chain and commercial intelligence company helping enterprises transform data into real-time, high-impact decisions. Built for complex, large-scale operations, Syren enables organizations to move beyond fragmented planning and reactive execution toward connected, intelligent decision systems. At its core, Syren combines advanced analytics, agentic AI, and cloud-native architectures to optimize end-to-end supply chains, including demand planning, enterprise supply planning, logistics, fulfillment, and sustainability. Our AI-powered Control Tower delivers real-time visibility and proactive decision-making across operations. On the commercial side, Syren drives profitable growth through solutions like its Central Recommendation Engine (CRE), which guides sales teams on what to sell, where, and when, alongside accelerators such as RFM-R, RGM Cockpit, and Restock.AI. With deep expertise across industries like Manufacturing, Retail, CPG, and Health and Life Sciences, Syren partners with enterprises to reduce costs, drive explainable automation, and produce measurable business impact.
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Aelum Consulting
Aelum is an AI- and data-first consulting partner helping manufacturing leaders transform operations into a competitive advantage. With 250+ certified experts, 10+ years of experience, ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certifications, and a ServiceNow partnership, Aelum delivers trusted solutions. From shop floor to supply chain, it enables real-time intelligence through Industrial Edge, supporting predictive maintenance, connected assets, and smarter decisions. Aelum helps shift operations from reactive to proactive, building data-driven factories for Industry 5.0. Its AI-powered experts and dedicated Innovation Wing drive productivity and continuous improvement. Trusted by 14+ Fortune 500 companies, with a 4.86/5 CSAT score and 200+ implementations, Aelum ensures measurable business value.
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Dashnode
Dashnode is an AI-powered CNC costing software built to replace slow, manual, expert-dependent costing processes. Instead of relying on toolpaths or complex CAM setups, Dashnode reads STEP and STP files directly and generates accurate machining logic for milling, turning, and turn-mill parts — all within seconds. The platform provides instant costing, bulk configuration, and automatic DFM insights, while allowing complete customization of machine hour rates, material costs, setup assumptions, batch logic, and markups. Every cost is fully transparent, with a breakdown shops can trust and share with customers. Designed for manufacturers, job shops, Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers, and sourcing teams, Dashnode helps teams respond faster to RFQs, standardize costing across locations, and reduce dependency on senior estimators. It’s fast, accurate, explainable, and secure — a modern costing engine built for real machining, not guesswork.
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Facttwin
Facttwin is a platform by Akrivia Automation Private Limited that helps industries adapt to Industry 4.0
technology. Founded in 2015 by Raghu Kalidindi and Rahul Kalidindi, Akrivia initially offered custom digital
solutions to top Fortune 500 companies. Over time, it evolved into a product-focused company, creating
AkriviaHCM for workforce management and Facttwin for industrial digital transformation.
Under Raghu Kalidindi's leadership — with 30 years of industrial R&D experience — Facttwin was developed
to reduce production loss, identify areas for improvement, and enable real-time machinery monitoring.
Facttwin enhances manufacturing processes with real-time insights and predictive analytics through four
integrated products: Connect, UNS, Intelligence, and Health — working
together to collect, analyze, and interpret data from industrial assets for optimal operational efficiency.
MoveinSync
MoveInSync is the leading employee commute platform with 400+ clients which includes 104 Fortune 500 companies across 39 countries. They have redefined employee transportation in major cities across the world. Their end-to-end service and their SaaS solutions are built to support organizations in not just cutting costs, optimizing commute and workplace, and achieving ESG goals, but also provide the safest and best experience for their employees.
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Cargo Insights
Cargo Insights stands as a dynamic trade media committed to providing comprehensive coverage of the
ever-evolving logistics industry. In the digital era, we specialise in delivering cutting-edge branding
solutions tailored to address the unique challenges faced by professionals and companies navigating the
complex logistics landscape.
Our vision is to construct a platform that aspires to contribute to a better business world — revolutionising
advertising by offering businesses precise insights, advanced analytics, and dynamic targeting capabilities.
Our mission is to bring about a transformation in cargo intelligence, providing precise and unbiased
information. We empower businesses with informed decision-making, optimising global logistics for sustained
success in today's dynamic market environment.
At Cargo Insights, every client is special. We craft exceptional experiences, leaving an enduring positive
impression for mutually beneficial, long-lasting relationships — maintaining accountability and approaching
every task with enthusiasm, zeal, and a dedication to excellence.
NewsPatrolling
NewsPatrolling.com is a dynamic and diversified news platform that brings readers the latest and most relevant updates from across India and around the world. Covering a wide range of categories including politics, business, lifestyle, health, technology, sports, and entertainment, the portal caters to a broad audience with varied interests. In addition to timely news coverage, the platform also features thought-provoking opinion pieces, expert insights, and in-depth articles that provide a deeper understanding of current affairs. What sets NewsPatrolling.com apart is its commitment to providing a voice to emerging talent and ideas. The platform welcomes guest posts, startup stories, and press releases, offering opportunities for individuals, entrepreneurs, and organizations to reach a wider audience. With a user-friendly interface and a focus on quality content, NewsPatrolling.com has become a trusted source for information and a space for meaningful engagement in India’s ever-evolving digital media landscape.
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Asia Business Outlook
Asia Business Outlook is a business magazine providing a comprehensive outlook on Asia’s industrial landscape. With a constant focus on the region’s thriving business environment, the magazine caters to C-level executives across diverse sectors who seek valuable insights to navigate the dynamic Asian market. Asia Business Outlook stands out from other business magazines through its in-depth coverage of the challenges and opportunities faced by businesses in Asia. Asia Business Outlook enables business executives to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition. Its readers get first hand insights on emerging market trends, disruptive technologies, regulatory developments, and investment opportunities across Asia. The magazine also presents success stories of leading businesses in the region, showcasing their journeys. It also features exclusive interviews with business leaders, offering a panoramic view of the strategies employed by them in their respective sectors. Today, Asia Business Outlook has become the go-to business magazine for C-level executives from varied sectors across Asia. It has achieved this feat by offering a plethora of expert analysis, enabling readers to make informed decisions, capitalize on opportunities, and thrive in the ever-evolving Asian market.
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