11 June, 2025 | Hilton Chennai An Initiative By
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OVERVIEW
The manufacturing sector stands as a cornerstone of India's economy, contributing
significantly to GDP and providing employment to millions. As we transition into an era
dominated by technological advancements, the need to embrace smart manufacturing
practices has never been more critical. The Smart Factory Summit 2025 aims to
spotlight the transformative potential of smart manufacturing in propelling the Indian
manufacturing sector to new heights.
The summit highlights the booming market for sustainable materials, projected to reach
USD 1.85 trillion by 2030. The global Industry 4.0 market was valued at approximately
$114.3 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to reach $694.56 million by 2031, growing at a
compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.87% during the forecast period.
HIGHLIGHTS
Smart manufacturing represents a paradigm shift in how
products are designed, produced, and distributed. By
integrating cutting-edge technologies such as automation,
robotics, artificial intelligence, and IoT, smart
manufacturing enhances operational efficiency, reduces
costs, and improves product quality.
The global sustainable manufacturing market was
estimated at $203.65 billion in 2023 and is expected to
grow at a CAGR of 11.6% from 2024 to 2030. Projections
indicate that the sustainable manufacturing market could
reach $367.2 billion by 2029, reflecting a CAGR of 11.3%
during the forecast period.
The Smart Factory Summit 2025 will serve as a
platform to address various opportunities and challenges,
fostering collaboration and innovation. By bringing
together industry leaders, manufacturing professionals,
technology experts, and policymakers, the summit will
facilitate knowledge sharing, networking, and
collaboration, aiming to drive the Indian manufacturing
sector towards a smarter, more sustainable future.
TRENDS IN THE MANUFACTURING
DIGITAL AI & Machine Learning Robotics & Automation
TWINS
IoT Integration Sustainable Manufacturing
DISCUSSION TOPICS
● Drugs & Pharma
● Smart Manufacturing
● Industry 4.0
● Factory Automation & Robotics
● Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
● Cloud Computing
● Artificial Intelligence
● Machine Learning
● Additive Manufacturing
● 3D Printing
● Big Data Analytics
● Renewable Energy
Speakers Profile
CXOs, CIOs, Manufacturi Plant Design
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DISCUSSION TOPICS
• Current trends & future prospects
Future of Smart Manufacturing
• Impact of digitalization on manufacturing processes
• Role of AI & machine learning in smart factories
• Advances in robotics & automation technology
• Integration of robotics in manufacturing
• Challenges & opportunities in adopting Automation & Robotics
automation
• Implementation of Industry 4.0 principles
Digital Transformation • IoT & its applications in smart factories
• Cybersecurity challenges & solutions
• Green manufacturing practices
• Energy-efficient technologies Sustainability in Manufacturing
• Reducing carbon footprint through smart
manufacturing
• Enhancing worker safety & productivity
Human-Machine Collaboration • Training & reskilling for the future workforce
• Ethical considerations in automation & AI
• Importance of data analytics in manufacturing
• Real-time monitoring & predictive maintenance Data-Driven Manufacturing
• Leveraging big data for decision making
• Digitization of supply chain management
Smart Supply Chain • Enhancing transparency & traceability
• Strategies for resilient & agile supply chains
TARGETED SPEAKERS
● Rama Devi Lanka, Director - Emerging Technologies Department of ITE&C,
Government Of Telangana
● Bendi Rajagopala Rao, Director Factories, Department of Factories,
Government of Telangana
● Ganesh Mani, COO, Ashok Leyland
● Srikanth Bolla, Chairman, Bollant Industries Pvt. Ltd
● Joginder Tanikella, CEO, T-Works, Govt. of Telangana
● Dilip Sawhney, Managing Director - India, Rockwell Automation India Pvt. Ltd
● Raja Bhanu, Director General, Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of
India
● Biju Balendran, MD & Whole Time Director, JSW MG Motor
● Dr. Ravi Guttal, CTO, Aequs
● Satendra Tiwari, Executive Director- Operations, CASE Construction
Equipment, Pithampur CNH Industrial
● (Cmdr).Amit Singh, Head Strategy and New Initiatives, Altigreen
● Vishal Gupta, Head Operations – EBU, Varroc
● Kavita Kaushik, Director-Head Quality and Six Sigma, Cummins India
● Tushar Zade, CIO & CDO, Aurigene Pharmaceutical Services Limited
● Deepak Raj Natarajan, Head of Excellence & Development, Nokia
● Nagaraj Loganathanm, Vice President - Manufacturing, Bonfiglioli Transmission Private Limited
● Prashant Katiyar, Special Projects & Operational Excellence Lead, Mankind Pharma
● Harsh Vardhan, Global Head - Digital Innovation, Apollo Tyres Ltd
● Nikunj Jain, CIO & Digital Leader, P&G
● Satish Kolte, Vice President and Global Head of Projects and Engineering, Sun Pharma
● Anil Kumar Makkar, Manufacturing Director, JK Tyre & Industries
● And Many More.
Policymakers and Government Officials:
• Piyush Goyal – Minister of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
• Amitabh Kant – Former CEO, NITI Aayog
• Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra – Former Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
• Anurag Jain – Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
• Alkesh Kumar Sharma – Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Manufacturing leaders from India Innovators & technology
& around the world, from solution providers in the
corporates & MSMEs manufacturing space
Production heads, plant Policymakers & government
managers, product managers officials (central & state)
CXOs, CIOs, CDOs from Researchers, analysts &
manufacturing industry academia
Supply chain, procurement & Industry associations,
sourcing professionals investment & trade bodies
Opportunities For The Brand
Increased Efficiency Enhanced Product Market
Sustainability
Quality Cost Savings Competitiveness
Streamlining production
Using advanced analytics Optimizing resource Offering customized and Implementing green
processes and
for quality assurance and utilization and innovative products to technologies and reducing
minimizing downtime.
defect reduction meet consumer demands. carbon footprint
reducing waste
DIGITAL PROMOTIONS
STRATEGY
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Reason To Attend
Shape the future: Participate in interactive discussions
and identify opportunities to lead the way in the future of
4 manufacturing.
Explore real-world applications: Discover success
3 stories and practical case studies showcasing the
transformative power of smart factories.
Network with key players: Connect with industry
2 peers, technology providers, and potential partners to
foster collaboration and innovation.
Gain cutting-edge knowledge: Hear thought-
1 provoking presentations from industry luminaries on
the latest trends and disruptive technologies.
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