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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

SILVER PARTNER

EXHIBIT PARTNER

Media Partners

Themes To Be Discussed

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Cobots, Robotics & Human-Machine Collaboration

Redefining workforce roles through safe and productive collaboration.

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Immersive Technologies (AR/VR/MR)

Enhancing training, remote monitoring, and process optimization in next-gen factories.

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Advanced Analytics, Big Data & Cloud Integration

Unlocking actionable insights to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and drive profitability.

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Digital Workforce & Skills of the Future

Upskilling talent and preparing employees to thrive in the era of smart, sustainable manufacturing.

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Innovation, Commercialization & Scaling Digital Roadmaps

From pilot to enterprise-wide adoption — building executable transformation strategies.

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Manufacturing 5.0 – The Human-Centric Future

Balancing advanced automation with human creativity, personalization, and sustainability.

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AI, Generative AI & Digital Twins

Transforming predictive maintenance, design optimization, and real-time decision-making.

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Resilient & Agile Supply Chains

Leveraging digital supply chain platforms, IIoT, and connected ecosystems for end-to-end visibility.

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Sustainability & Circular Manufacturing

Embedding ESG goals, energy efficiency and carbon-neutral practices into smart factories.

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Cybersecurity & Data Trust in Smart Factories

Protecting hyperconnected operations from growing digital risks.

Why Sponsor

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Brand Visibility & Positioning

Showcase your brand as a thought leader in front of top manufacturing, technology, and policy decision-makers..

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Direct Access to Decision-Makers

Network with CXOs, senior executives, and industry leaders driving smart manufacturing adoption.

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Lead Generation & Business Growth

Gain qualified leads and build strategi partnerships with potential clients and collaborators.

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Thought Leadership Opportunities

Share your expertise through keynotes, panels, or workshops, reinforcing your market authority.

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Showcase Innovation

Demonstrate products, solutions, and success stories to a highly relevant and engaged audience.

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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

Amol Deshpande
Group Chief Digital Officer and Head of Innovation
RPG Group

OUR SPEAKERS

Mahendra Kandukuri
Chief Information Officer
Neterwala Group
Sormistha Ghosh
Group General Counsel, Chief Risk & Sustainability Officer
Strides Pharma Science Ltd
Jayant Magar
Chief Information Officer
Hindustan Platinum
Shobhana Lele
CIO
The Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing Company Limited
Udit Pahwa
CIO
Bluestar Limited
Rabindra Sah
Chief Technology Officer
Indian Register of Shipping
Nitin Dhingra
Chief Technology Officer , EVP
Indira IVF Group
Nikhil Doshi
Chief Digital Officer
KEC International Ltd
Abhinay R Lakhmapure
Chief Business Officer - Sustainability
The Shakti Plastic Industries
Richa Kumar
Associate Director AI Content Operations
GSK
Gajanan Bhuktar
Director - IT Data and Analytics
Alkegen
Hanumat Sastry V Malladi
Vice President - Procurement & Supply Chain
Mahesh Wade
Vice President Supply Chain Management & Direct Procurement
B. Braun Group
Ranjit Kanbarkar
Head - Advanced Manufacturing
CEAT Limited
Dipak Kumar Subudhy
Head (VP) – Wire and Cable Business
R R Kabel Limited
Mohit Agarwal
Head Digital Transformation & IT Procuremen Governance Head
Wockhardt Ltd
Rishabh Jain
Head of Information Technology
Siyaram Silk Mills Ltd
Nilesh Suryawanshi
Head QA QC NDE & Plant Operations
Jindal Saw Limited
Sanjeev Mathur
Head PMO
Nokia
Sibasish Pani
Head Digital Innovation & Technology(ESP)
Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation
Ravindra Sharad Inamdar
Head of Operations Thermax Limited
Wws Division
Ranjit Ganguly
Group Head Business Excellence
TATA Power
Viral Pandya Vaidya
Senior General Manager Business Operations & Functional Analytics Owner – IRF
Lupin India
Santosh Panday
General Manager- Industry 4.0 | Group IT
Aditya Birla Group
Rahul Surve
General Manager, IT & Digital Solutions
JSW Steel
Gaurav Kadam
Deputy General Manager- Manufacturing excellence
Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals)
Nominations Open

Award Categories

Individual Awards

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Manufacturing Leader of the Year

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Visionary CEO in Smart Manufacturing

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Transformational COO Award

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CIO of the Year – Driving Digital Manufacturing

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Women Leader in Smart Manufacturing

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Innovation Champion in Manufacturing 5.0

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Pioneer in AI & Data-led Manufacturing

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IoT Thought Leader of the Year

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AR/VR Innovator for Manufacturing Excellence

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Cybersecurity Champion in Smart Factories

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Change Maker in Manufacturing Operations

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Excellence in Supply Chain Digitalization

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Sustainability Champion in Manufacturing

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Quality & Process Improvement Leader

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Global Influencer in Manufacturing Transformation

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Smart Factory Evangelist

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Young Achiever in Manufacturing

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Lifetime Achievement in Manufacturing Excellence

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Manufacturing Leader of the Decade

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Chief Transformation Officer of the Year

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Trailblazer in Digital Manufacturing Leadership

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CXO of the Year – Manufacturing Excellence

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Global Manufacturing Influencer

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Young Achiever in Smart Manufacturing

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Future Skills Advocate (Upskilling Workforce 5.0)

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Manufacturing Mentor of the Year

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Diversity & Inclusion Champion in Manufacturing

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Lifetime Contribution to Manufacturing Excellence

Corporates Awards

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Outstanding Manufacturing Leadership Team

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Best Use of AI/ML in Manufacturing

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Excellence in Robotics & Automation

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Best Implementation of Digital Twin Technology

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Smart Manufacturing Company of the Year

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Most Innovative Manufacturing Enterprise

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Excellence in Manufacturing Transformation

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Best Strategy for Industry 4.0 & 5.0 Adoption

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Innovation in AR/VR/XR for Manufacturing

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IoT & IIoT Excellence Award

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Blockchain in Supply Chain Award

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Best Use of Predictive Analytics in Operations

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Smart Factory of the Year

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Excellence in Supply Chain Digitalization

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Best in Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization

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Quality Excellence Award

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Resilient Manufacturing Enterprise Award

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Excellence in Workforce Empowerment & Upskilling

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Green Manufacturing Company of the Year

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Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing

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Best Circular Economy Initiative

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Energy Efficiency Champion

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ESG Impact Award Manufacturing Sector

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Global Manufacturing Innovator of the Year

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Best Customer-Centric Manufacturing Enterprise

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Excellence in Customization & Personalization

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Manufacturing Export Excellence Award

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Best Collaboration in Manufacturing Ecosystem

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Diversity & Inclusion in Manufacturing Award

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Smart Manufacturing Startup of the Year

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Rising Star in Manufacturing Excellence

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Crisis Response & Resilience Award

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Lifetime Achievement for a Manufacturing Enterprise

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Manufacturing Enterprise of the Year

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Excellence in Global Manufacturing Operations

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Best Next-Gen Manufacturing Organization

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Manufacturing Pioneer of the Decade

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Best Enterprise in Driving Manufacturing 5.0

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Smart Manufacturing Startup of the Year

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Rising Star in Manufacturing Innovation

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Cross-Industry Collaboration Award

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Best Ecosystem Partner in Manufacturing Transformation

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Crisis Management & Business Continuity Award

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Lifetime Achievement in Corporate Manufacturing Excellence

Our Partners

Silver Partner
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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.

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EXHIBIT PARTNER
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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.

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Bharat CXO

At Bharat CXO, we celebrate the silent achievements of our nation’s unsung heroes—those who tirelessly contribute to our country’s growth, create jobs, and share their knowledge with the youth. We strive to honor their hard work by highlighting their contributions through blogs and sharing their stories and experiences, as well as creating platforms for their voices to be heard. Bharat CXO is a business and technology magazine that has published blogs and articles featuring over “500+ CXOs on our LinkedIn profile”. and many more coming in Other social media platforms. We primarily work with: 1. C-level executives (CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, CXOs) 2. Business leaders and decision-makers. 3. IT professionals and technologists 4. Entrepreneurs and start-up founders What We do as a CXO PR Managing Agency 1. We write blogs and post it in Social media platforms. 2. We create videos and publish in social media platforms 3. C-suite executive insights and interviews, Business Podcast,event 4. Short films, story telling. 5. Digital and physical Magazines and lot more Overall, Bharat CXO is a platform that informs, educates, and inspires business leaders and technologists in India and beyond.

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MEDIA PARTNER
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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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