Manufacturing

Laser Technologies Earns Great Place To Work Certification for 2026 Laser Technologies Private Limited, a leader in advanced laser cutting, metal marking and welding, sheet metal forming, and automation solutions for leading enterprises and MSMEs, has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for 2026. This prestigious recognition is based entirely on feedback from current employees, who reported high levels of confidence in leadership, pride in their work, and a...

Phoenix Contact at Hannover Messe 2026 At this year’s trade fair, Phoenix Contact is focusing on four topics: Power Reliability, safe automation, efficient control cabinet building, and integrated connection technology. The family-run company will be exhibiting its products and solutions for the first time in Automation Hall 27, Booth G26, in line with the new Hannover Messe exhibition concept. Industrial systems must run smoothly, be continuously monitored, and offer maximum efficiency:...

HARTING Highlights Energy, Robotics & Digitalisation Ahead of HANNOVER MESSE The HARTING Technology Group set the stage for its presence at HANNOVER MESSE by welcoming international journalists to a trade press conference in Espelkamp, Germany. The event focused on key industry themes including resilient energy infrastructure, advanced robotics, automation and digital development processes, while offering a preview of the company’s upcoming trade fair showcase. Senior executives outlined how HARTING is addressing...

AI at HANNOVER MESSE: Out of theory. Into application With HANNOVER MESSE 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) in industry becomes tangible. In a practical and application-oriented way, the trade fair demonstrates how manufacturing companies can profitably use AI. Hannover. With new exhibiting companies, a new thematic structure, optimized visitor guidance, new networking formats, and a consistent AI focus, the fair shows how today’s challenges can be transformed into concrete competitive advantages –...

ROBOTICS AWARD 2026 goes to GoodBytz The ROBOTICS AWARD 2026, one of the international robotics community's most coveted awards, was presented to startup company GoodBytz during the HANNOVER MESSE Press Preview on February 25. The award-winning product is an automated kitchen system designed to prepare individualized meals quickly and simultaneously. Hannover, Germany. Presented annually at HANNOVER MESSE by Deutsche Messe, the ROBOTICS AWARD honours innovative robot assisted solutions in the fields...

Precision Engineering Technologies and WFL Announces Strategic Collaboration Precision Engineering Technologies (PETECH), a Group Company of Phillips Machine Tools, announced a strategic collaboration with WFL Millturn Technologies GmbH & Co. KG, a global technology leader in complete machining solutions. The collaboration is focused on strengthening access to advanced multifunctional machining technologies for Indian manufacturers, enabling higher precision, improved productivity, and reduced manufacturing complexity across critical industries. This collaboration will enable Indian...

BKT Enters India Consumer Tyre Market With On-Highway Tyre Portfolio Launches Two-Wheeler and Medium & Heavy Commercial Tyre Range, marking a pivotal step in BKT’s long‑term growth roadmap for the Indian market  Balkrishna Industries Limited (BKT), a global leader in the Off‑Highway Tyre (OHT) segment, today announced its landmark entry into India’s consumer tyre market with the launch of its On‑Highway portfolio. Marking a strategic expansion beyond its OHT leadership, BKT...

ABB India Reports Record Order Growth in Q4 CY2025 Despite Margin Pressures Delhi, February 19, 2026: ABB India Limited on Friday announced its financial results for the October–December quarter (Q4) and the full calendar year 2025, reporting record order inflows and steady revenue growth even as profitability faced pressure from rising input and labour costs. Strong Q4 performance led by order momentum The company posted its highest fourth-quarter order intake in the...

ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 Positions India at the Centre of Global Economic Dialogue The 10th edition of the ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 concluded after two days of high-impact deliberations, positioning India at the centre of global economic and strategic conversations. Held under the theme “A Decade of Disruption. A Century of Change,” the summit brought together 1300+ delegates, including policymakers, global business leaders, economists, investors and...

Kennametal India Revenue Rises Over 16% in Q2 FY26 For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, Kennametal India Limited (KIL) posted revenues of ₹3340 Mn, marking a growth of 16.4% over ₹2870 Mn in the same period last year. Profit Before Tax stood at ₹353 Mn (includes a one-time cost of ₹34 Mn due to implementation of new labour codes), up 9% from ₹324 Mn in Q2 FY25. The quarter benefited...

IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026: Exhibitor Registrations Promise Increased Internationality and Many Newcomers Halls already partially overbooked – nearly a quarter of participants attending for the first time – suppliers once again strongly represented – industry giants celebrate their comeback From September 15 to 20, companies from the commercial vehicle, transport, and logistics sectors will present their innovative transport and logistics solutions at IAA TRANSPORTATION in Hannover. An initial look at the companies...

Putzmeister Strengthens Customer Connect Across Punjab with Multi-City Roadshow Punjab, India | February 16, 2026: Building on its strong and consistent presence in North India, Putzmeister India is taking its customer engagement deeper across Punjab with a multi-city roadshow from 16th to 24th February, covering major construction centres in the region. The roadshow will kick off in the Tricity region (Chandigarh–Mohali–Panchkula) from 16th to 18th, followed by Ludhiana (19th), Jalandhar (20th),...

Mobileye Sees India as Key Driver of ADAS Growth Ahead of The ADAS Show 2025, Elie Luskin, VP – India and China at Mobileye, highlights India’s growing role in the future of ADAS. With rising road-safety focus and Bharat NCAP set to boost adoption, Mobileye is bringing its globally proven AI and EyeQ technology to support Indian OEMs with locally adapted, real-world safety solutions. Mobileye has been at the forefront of...

ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 to reflect on ‘A Decade of Disruption, A Century of Change’ South Asia’s definitive thought leadership dialogue, The Times Group’s ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 co-powered by Spark Capital and Bennett University, is back. The Summit will be held on February 13 and 14 in New Delhi, with the theme ‘A Decade of Disruption, A Century of Change’. This has been, by most...

Minimising Noise Hazards at the Workplace This article authored by Suresh Tanwar, Head – Audit and Consultancy, British Safety Council India examines how prolonged exposure to high noise levels across offices, manufacturing units, and construction sites is contributing to noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), stress, and reduced productivity. Workplace noise is more than just an annoyance. It has now become a serious concern across industries. Research indicates that prolonged exposure to high noise...