Author: Anushka Vani
Author – Adithya Jayakar, Deputy Managing Director, UCAL The automotive components manufacturing sector stands at a pivotal inflection point. After the macroeconomic dislocations of the early 2020s, COVID-19 supply chain shocks and rapid electrification mandates, suppliers now confront a convergence of structural, technological, geopolitical and commercial challenges that are reshaping the industry’s competitive landscape. Despite pockets of growth, particularly in markets such as India where exports and domestic demand have shown resilience, the path ahead remains fraught with complexity and mounting pressure. Persistent Supply Chain Disruptions and Component Shortages Supply chain instability continues to rank among the most pressing challenges…
LG Electronics India, the most trusted brand (in Electronics segment)*, today announced its participation at ACREX ISHRAE India 2026 – South Asia’s largest exhibition for HVAC and Intelligent Business Solutions. LGE India will be presenting its most comprehensive HVAC portfolio at the exhibition, spanning residential, commercial, and industrial applications, highlighting innovations that deliver intelligent, reliable, and energy-efficient climate solutions for India. LG Electronics will be showcasing advanced VRF, Chillers & Cassette range ACs best suited for diverse Indian climate & consumers requirements. Commenting on LG Electronics India participation in ACREX, Hong Ju Jeon–Managing Director & Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, LG…
The aerospace division of Bharat Forge today inaugurated a state-of-the-art Landing Gear Components Machining Facility in Mundhwa, Pune (India), developed in collaboration with Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS. This milestone positions Bharat Forge among the first companies in India, and one of the first at scale – to operate OEM-approved landing gear components machining capabilities. It integrates advanced machining centres dedicated to high-precision landing-gear components and marks a significant step towards advancing India’s aerospace manufacturing ecosystem and strengthening the country’s role in global aerospace supply chains. The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior dignitaries from Liebherr-Aerospace, including Mr. Martin Wandel (Managing…
Author – Yogesh Umbarkar, Vice President at Valtech APAC As vehicles transition from distributed electronics to centralised computing platforms, software is becoming the defining element of automotive innovation, unlocking continuous upgrades, personalised features and entirely new business models. The Next Revolution in Automotive Engineering The automotive industry is undergoing a fundamental shift, from hardware-centric engineering to software-driven innovation. At the center of this transformation is the concept of the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV), a new vehicle architecture where software controls, upgrades, and personalizes vehicle functionality throughout its lifecycle. For decades, vehicles were primarily mechanical systems enhanced with electronics. Today, however, software…
In an era defined by geopolitical shifts and rapid industrial transformation, the traditional playbook for manufacturing is being rewritten. Efficiency alone is no longer enough; resilience, regionalization, and data-enabled agility have become the new benchmarks for success. In a candid conversation with Efficient Manufacturing, Karl Robin Joakim Landholm, Senior Vice President, Commercial and Operations Development at SKF Group, shares his insights on how the global leader is navigating this “structural reset.” From SKF’s ₹653 crore investment in India’s industrial corridor to the integration of AI-driven diagnostics, Landholm explores how the company is moving beyond productivity-centric models to deliver a value-centric,…
Author: Amarjeet Singh Tak, Head – Research and Microscopy Solutions, ZEISS India As India accelerates its journey toward becoming a global electronics powerhouse through the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0, the invisible frontline of this revolution lies at the nanoscale. We are entering an era where advanced imaging is no longer just a tool for observation, but an active engine for precision manufacturing, materials discovery, and technological self-reliance. In a world where semiconductor features are measured in single-digit nanometers, the ability to see with absolute clarity is the ability to succeed. The bedrock of semiconductor precision In semiconductor fabrication, “precision”…
As the world marks International Women’s Day, the theme set by UN Women this year, “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,” serves as a powerful reminder that gender equality requires more than recognition. It demands tangible action that ensures women have equal access to opportunities, leadership roles, and the ability to shape the future of industries. In sectors such as manufacturing and STEM, where women have historically been under-represented, this call to action is especially significant. The manufacturing sector is undergoing a transformative phase driven by digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, and data analytics. Often…
Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has inaugurated India’s first private-sector helicopter Final Assembly Line for the Airbus H125 at Vemagal in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. The H125 helicopter Final Assembly Line facility was inaugurated virtually by Shri Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, and Mr Emmanuel Macron, President of France. Present at the event in Vemagal were Shri Rajnath Singh, Hon’ble Defence Minister, Government of India, Ms Catherine Vautrin, Hon’ble Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs, Government of France, and Shri Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Hon’ble Minister for Civil Aviation, Government of India. Also present were…
As part of a distinguished panel of global leaders for a discussion on ‘India Building AI solutions for the World’ at the Main Summit of India-AI Impact Summit 2026, Mrs Priya Kapur, Non-Executive Director at Sona Comstar and Managing Director of Aureus Investment shared her views on AI adoption, Industry-led collaboration and opportunities for Indian start-ups. Highlighting the rapid evolution of AI across global manufacturing and mobility value chains, Mrs. Kapur noted that leading automotive players have moved decisively from pilot projects to large-scale, mission-critical AI deployment. AI is now embedded across design, manufacturing, supply chains, predictive maintenance, quality assurance,…
iCreate (International Centre for Entrepreneurship and Technology), India’s leading deep-tech incubator, hosted the Demo Day for the iCreate Drone Challenge (iDC), where 14 shortlisted startups presented their advanced drone prototypes and indigenous technologies to industry leaders, government representatives, defence experts, and investors. Launched in partnership with Startup India (DPIIT) under the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge initiative, iDC has been India’s first large-scale platform focused on redefining drone innovation, specifically in speed, payload, endurance, and indigenous component development. The challenge attracted over 500 applications from 26 states and UTs, with strong participation from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. After a rigorous selection…
