Author: Anushka Vani

The Union Budget has sent a strong and unambiguous signal: manufacturing will remain central to India’s growth story, with targeted investments across biopharma, semiconductors, electronics, minerals, chemicals, textiles and logistics infrastructure. From high-tech to traditional industries, the announcements reflect a dual focus—building global-scale capabilities while strengthening domestic value chains. A major highlight is the launch of Biopharma SHAKTI with an outlay of ₹10,000 crore over five years, aimed at positioning India as a global biopharma manufacturing hub. Complementing this, the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 will focus on equipment and materials manufacturing, full-stack Indian IP design, and supply-chain resilience. The push…

A preview by – Team Efficient Manufacturing Magazine As the Union Budget approaches, the manufacturing sector is closely watching the policy signals that will shape the next phase of India’s industrial growth. With global uncertainties, evolving supply chains, and accelerated technology adoption redefining the operating landscape, industry leaders are looking to the Budget for clarity on investment incentives, infrastructure push, skilling, and ease of doing business. In the run-up to the Budget session, Efficient Manufacturing brings together perspectives from industry leaders on their expectations and priorities for the year ahead. Industry Expectations Madhumita Agrawal, Founder & CEO of Oben Electric…

Adani Defence & Aerospace, a leading player in India’s aerospace and defence, and the flagship company of Adani Enterprises Ltd and Embraer, a global leader in aerospace, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop an integrated regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India. The companies aim to collaborate on opportunities in aircraft manufacturing, supply chain, aftermarket services, and pilot training. The collaborative industrial partnership will aim to establish an assembly line, followed by a phased increase in indigenization to advance India’s Regional Transport Aircraft (RTA) program, in alignment with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and the UDAN regional connectivity vision.…

Inovance Technology India today announced the launch of its third facility in Chennai, a state-of-the-art warehouse spanning approximately 50,000 square feet, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth and commitment to strengthening customer and partner support across India. With this addition, Inovance India’s total operational footprint in Chennai now stands at nearly 1,00,000 square feet, encompassing its manufacturing facility, head office, and the newly inaugurated warehouse. The expansion reflects Inovance’s long-term vision to enhance supply chain efficiency, improve service responsiveness, and support the rapidly growing demand for its automation solutions. The new warehouse has been strategically established to…

IMTEX FORMING 2026, organised by the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA), concluded its ninth edition at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) on a strong note, having taken place from 21 to 25 January 2026. The five-day exhibition once again reinforced its position as a premier global platform for metal forming and manufacturing technologies. This year’s edition witnessed participation from around 24 countries, with foreign exhibitors accounting for approximately 25% of the total exhibitor base. Major international country pavilions from Germany, Italy, Taiwan, and Japan underscored the event’s growing global relevance. IMTEX FORMING 2026 attracted over 50,000 visitors, including…

Molding Solutions, with its brands Männer, Foboha, Synventive, Thermoplay, Gammaflux and Priamus, has officially opened its new greenfield facility in India, further expanding its international production and service footprint. The site represents a key element of the company’s long-term strategy and significantly strengthens its global competitiveness in hot runner systems. The India Grand Opening took place on January 20, 2026, marked by a traditional Indian inauguration ceremony. On January 21, 2026, customers and partners were invited to a customer event, offering insights into the new facility and its technical capabilities. India as a Key Growth Market India is one of…

As India accelerates its transition toward a gas-based economy and green hydrogen leadership, Swedish clean-tech pioneer KonveGas has announced its strategic entry into the Indian market. Aiming to solve the critical “storage bottleneck” in the country’s clean energy supply chain, the company is set to showcase its world-class composite cylinder technology at India Energy Week 2026. Under the leadership of Founder Alexander Enulescu, KonveGas is positioning itself as a key contributor to India’s sustainability goals. The company specializes in Type 4 advanced composite cylinders, which offer a lightweight, non-corrosive, and a smarter material choice for the future of energy storage,…

Neolite ZKW Lightings Limited, an established manufacturer and global supplier of automotive lighting products and components for OEMs (“Original Equipment Manufacturers”), across a broad spectrum of vehicle categories for passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, off-road, two wheelers and three-wheelers, today organized the Commemorative Ceremony of its new manufacturing facility in Pune, Maharashtra. The new plant, which commenced operations in December, 2025, is located in close proximity to major automotive cluster of Mumbai-Pune-Nashik-Aurangabad, which helps the company provide enhanced flexibility, better inventory management and a more personalised approach to meeting the unique needs of each customer such as JSW MG Motor India…

Cummins in India (“Cummins India”), a leading provider of power technology solutions, today unveiled its CPCBIV+ compliant 82.5 kVA genset at the CII EXCON 2025. The genset offers a compact footprint, superior fuel efficiency and optimized performance, delivering a smarter, cleaner power solution for the evolving needs of India’s quick-commerce, construction and infrastructure sectors. Alongside the genset, Cummins India is also showcasing its advanced diesel and hydrogen internal combustion engines and after-treatment technologies. As a trusted partner in the country’s industrial and infrastructure journey for over six decades, Cummins India’s next-generation power solutions highlight its ability to combine cutting-edge innovation with deep engineering…

Launches its most powerful tipper, the Prima 3540.K; marks its foray into the deep mining segmentDisplays advanced aggregates engineered for reliable, economical and high-uptime operations. Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, unveiled a diverse portfolio of advanced solutions at EXCON 2025, South Asia’s premier construction equipment exhibition, to support the nation’s rapidly expanding infrastructure and construction sector. Reflecting its theme, ‘Productivity Unleashed’, the company introduces heavy-duty, future-ready vehicles designed to enhance operational efficiency and fleet profitability. Leading the launches is the Prima 3540.K AutoShift – Tata Motors’ most powerful tipper, engineered for deep mining applications – alongside the all-electric…