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INTELLIGENT FACTORY ECOSYSTEM // 2026
LOCATION PUNE, INDIA
DATE 04 DECEMBER 2026
FOCUS INDUSTRY 5.0 & AI

NEXTGEN Manufacturing Confex & Awards 2026

NEXTGEN Manufacturing Confex & Awards 2026 is a unique platform for manufacturers to gather and learn from industry leaders' best practices and success stories. Senior executives and experts will share insights, strategies, and examples, empowering attendees to navigate the evolving digital landscape effectively. This confex aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovation, driving growth and excellence in India's manufacturing sector amidst the digital revolution.

THE PEOPLE BUILDING WHAT'S NEXT

Leading CIOs, CTOs, Plant Heads & Industry Automation Pioneers taking the stage in Pune.

Ganesh Joshi

Ganesh Joshi

CIO

Nilons Enterprise

Avinash Shinde

Avinash Shinde

Head Automation & CTO

Century Enka (Aditya Birla)

Dr. Meera Deshmukh

Dr. Meera Deshmukh

VP Smart Manufacturing

Global Robotics Corp

Vikramaditya Rao

Vikramaditya Rao

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Industrial Mobility Solutions

WHY ATTEND?

Eight strategic imperatives empowering industrial decision-makers to scale digital intelligence, forge critical alliances, and lead the future of production.

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01 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Gain deep insights into the latest trends, innovations, and strategies driving digital transformation in manufacturing.

Industry Insights Digital Factory
AI & DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION // ACTIVE
BENCHMARK 01 98.2% C-Suite Approval
BENCHMARK 02 14 Strategic Tracks

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Designed specifically for senior industrial executives driving plant performance and enterprise supply chain transformation.

CENTRAL NODE

MANUFACTURING LEADERSHIP

COO
PLANT HEAD
CHIEF MFG OFFICER
VP MANUFACTURING
HEAD OPERATIONS
HEAD QUALITY
HEAD SUPPLY CHAIN
HEAD AUTOMATION
CIO / CTO

COO

Focuses on operational throughput, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), workforce productivity, and plant safety.

THE NEXTGEN MANUFACTURING AWARDS 2026

Honoring pioneering leadership and organizational excellence driving the next era of industrial innovation across India.

Organisation Categories

14 HONORS
CLICK ANY CATEGORY TO NOMINATE
Award Trophy

Digital Transformation in Manufacturing

Award Trophy

Digital Innovation in Manufacturing

Award Trophy

Sustainability in Manufacturing

Award Trophy

Excellence in the Manufacturing Process

Award Trophy

Best Use of Technology

Award Trophy

Innovation in Supply Chain

Award Trophy

Best Distribution Strategy

Award Trophy

Smart Factory of the Year

Award Trophy

Best Smart Technology Implementation

Award Trophy

Best Lean Manufacturing Initiative

Award Trophy

Leadership in Automation and Robotics

Award Trophy

Excellence in Green Manufacturing

Award Trophy

Resilient Manufacturer of the Year

Award Trophy

Industry 5.0 Implementation Award

Individual Categories

15 HONORS
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Award Trophy

Emerging Manufacturing Leader of the Year

Award Trophy

Chief Manufacturing Officer of the Year

Award Trophy

Chief Operating Officer of the Year

Award Trophy

Rising Star in Manufacturing

Award Trophy

Manufacturing Innovator of the Year

Award Trophy

Technology Innovator of the Year

Award Trophy

Best Plant Management of the Year

Award Trophy

Manufacturing Executive of the Year

Award Trophy

Young Achiever in Manufacturing

Award Trophy

Supply Chain Leader of the Year

Award Trophy

Quality Assurance Professional of the Year

Award Trophy

Safety Champion of the Year

Award Trophy

Operations Excellence Leader

Award Trophy

Chief Technology Officer of the Year

Award Trophy

Change Management Leader of the Year

Pricing Plans

Standard Price

Valid Till: 15th October, 2026
₹15,000 + GST

1st Early Bird

Valid Till: 15th August, 2026
₹10,000 + GST

2nd Early Bird

Valid Till: 15th September, 2026
₹12,500 + GST

Awards Nomination

Valid Till: 10th October, 2026
Registration Fee Depends on Award Category
07 / LOCATION & VENUE

VENUE

Join manufacturing leaders, technology pioneers, and plant heads in India’s automotive and engineering hub for an immersive summit and national awards celebrating industrial excellence at the state-of-the-art Pune International Convention Center.

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GPS LOCK: 18.5314° N, 73.8300° E · PUNE, INDIA
Pune International Convention Center Exterior
EXTERIOR
Pune International Convention Center Keynote Hall
KEYNOTE HALL

PUNE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTER

PRIMARY VENUE · PICC PUNE

Senapati Bapat Road, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411016, India

04 DECEMBER 2026
120,000 SQM EXPO