· Messe Frankfurt India to redefine existing exhibition format to address needs of future factories
· The trade fair from 13 – 15 December 2017 in Mumbai will cover the realm of Industry 4.0 – with futuristic engineering innovations
Mumbai 24th Nov 2017: Expanding its presence in the manufacturing and technology sectors, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India today announced the launch of Smart Industry Solutions India from 13 – 15 December 2017, at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. Targeting end-to-end solutions that will address the needs of smart manufacturing, this new exhibition format will cover future factory, automation systems, technology and solutions, as well as hydraulics & pneumatics. Some of the innovative pioneers like Siemens, Pepperl Fuchs, Shihlin Electric etc will be an integral part of Smart Industry Solutions India.
India is seeking technology partners to accelerate domestic manufacturing and improve their technology infrastructure. With the government‘s impetus on developing industrial corridors and smart cities along with rolling out major programmes such as “Make in India”, “Digital India” etc, there is a sharp innovation and technology led movement in the country. Smart Industry Solutions India will cover the realm of Industry 4.0 – where futuristic innovations in engineering are expected to change the shop floor.SPS Automation India, Motek India and Control India fairs will be presented in a new avatar to cover automation systems, technology and solutions under this umbrella. This trade fair, also comprising a conference, will cover a diverse mix of subjects, services and solutions in order to meet India’s demand as one of the fastest growing markets for automation smart manufacturing solutions in the world and benefit the exhibitors by bringing a larger and more targeted participation from diverse visitor segments.
The national manufacturing policy is another strong step towards development of manufacturing industry. Vertical specific initiatives are being put in place by the government to enhance sector wise growth and production capacities in automotive, F&B, electrical and electronics, packaging, plastics and rubber, chemicals etc.
Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director and Board Member of Messe Frankfurt Asia Holding Ltd said: “Targeting the automation and smart manufacturing needs across these core sectors, Smart Industry Solutions India will prepare the country for the next stage of industrial revolution”. He further added, “Factories of the future are moving from automation to autonomy today. The technology is here but a transformation like this can come about only if manufacturers get the exposure and are ready to master advanced industrial automation concepts for their fields. Working on this positive feedback from our customers to create a focused and end-to-end solution providing platform that would address the needs of the industry, we decided to expand the scope of the fair through this new format which will create a convergence point for technology experts and manufacturing decision makers across all sectors.”
Recognising this vision, Smart Industry Solutions India has drawn immense support from the game-changers in the industry both who can bring these technologies to the fore as well as well as attract the right segment of trade professionals and decision makers. Mr Vinnie Mehta, Director General, ACMA said: "The industry is changing gears towards smart manufacturing and recognising the imperatives of technology and its implications on the future of mobility. We are confident that Smart Industry Solutions India will present sector players the perfect platform to access solutions in automation and smart manufacturing solutions that are designed to improve business profitability. We are happy to extend our full support for the success of this much-needed platform for the industry."
Strategically scheduled in the commercial capital of the country, the combined exhibition and conference format is expected to attract a strong network of trade visitors and business leadership for knowledge and technology exchange.
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Background information on Messe Frankfurt
Messe Frankfurt is the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With some 2,400 employees at 30 locations, the company generates annual sales of over €640 million. Thanks to its far-reaching ties with the relevant sectors and to its international sales network, the Group looks after the business interests of its customers effectively. A comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services.
With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent).