Manufacturing

TVS Motor appoints Timothy Prentice as VP-Design, to oversee design solutions TVS Motor Company, a reputed two-wheeler and three-wheeler manufacturer globally, today announced the appointment of Timothy (Tim) Prentice as Vice President – Design. Tim brings on board 35 years of enriching experience in motorcycle design, project management and product development. “Specialised in advanced design planning, Tim’s experience in designs for high performance electric vehicles will augment the company’s EV line-up...

Finolex adds RPVC conduits to its offering Finolex Cables, India's leading electrical & communications cable manufacturer adds conduit and fittings to its repertoire. The conduits are manufactured at its state—of-the-art Goa plant from specially formulated µPVC to meet the most stringent India & International standards. These are made of high impact resistance materials which make them safe to use across varied environmental conditions. The conduits are available in 19"-32" diameters in...

GE T&D India appoints Mahesh Palashikar as Chairman GE T&D India Limited (GETDIL) announced the appointment of Mahesh Palashikar on the Board as Chairman. Mahesh assumes the role of Chairman effective 1 March 2021 and succeeds Vishal K Wanchoo who resigned from Board upon assuming new responsibility with another company, post retirement from GE. Mahesh is the President of GE South Asia and Chairman of GE Power India Limited. As a 21-year...

Demand for electrical equipment will be all time high: R.K. Singh “The demand for electrical equipment will be all time high in times to come with the numerous reforms undertaken to strengthen and modernise the distribution sector with the investment of Rs. 3.05 lakh crore in the next five years,” said Power Minister RK Singh while inaugurating the 4th edition of Distribuelec being organised by Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers'...

bauma CONEXPO INDIA cancelled for 2021 bauma CONEXPO INDIA, the international trade fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines, and construction vehicles will not take place this year due to the organizers’ concerns around exhibitors’ ROI, uncertain international participants’ turnout, and safety protocols. “The decision to not hold North India’s leading trade fair bauma CONEXPO INDIA comes after deliberations with stakeholders and a comprehensive study of the market in...

Tata Motors names Marc Llistosella as new MD & CEO Tata Motors announced the appointment of Marc Llistosella as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of the company effective 1st July 2021. N Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Motors said, “I am delighted to welcome Marc to Tata Motors. Marc is an experienced automotive business leader with deep knowledge and expertise in Commercial vehicles over his illustrious career and has extensive operational...

Vedanta launches new Aluminium Cylinder Head Alloy at ACMA 2021 Vedanta Limited announced the formal launch of its newest product, the aluminium Cylinder Head Alloy, a critical raw material for manufacturing cylinder heads and other automotive components. This is the company’s latest value-added offering in its aluminium product line, which caters to various raw material requirements of the automotive industry. The Cylinder Head Alloy leverages material design to help automakers increase...

OLA to deploy ABB robotics at its electric scooters factory Ola, one of the leading mobility companies in the world, today announced that it has selected ABB as one of its key partners for robotics and automation solutions for its mega-factory in India that will roll out the much-anticipated Ola electric scooter. Ola’s scooter mega-factory, billed to be the world’s largest scooter factory, is expected to be ready and operational in...

Schneider Electric introduces software-centric industrial automation system in India Schneider Electric, the global leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, today unveiled its vision for universal automation and the first of its kind, EcoStruxure Automation Expert, a new category of software-centric industrial automation system. Through this launch, the company aims to accelerate its drive to help customers unlock the full potential of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and unleash...

Kerala launches ‘Knowledge Mission’, aims to create 20 lakh jobs for youth Kerala government has launched ‘Knowledge Mission’ which aims to transform the state to a knowledge economy. Inaugurating the Mission, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informed that the mission will promote innovative ideas, coordinate knowledge initiatives and equip young people with updated skills. At the heart of the initiative is a comprehensive digital platform for educated youngsters which help...

201 MoUs, product launches and technology transfers concluded at Aero India 2021 A total of 201 MoUs, product launches and technology transfers were concluded at the Aero India 2021 held in Bengaluru. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh informed that 128 MoUs, 19 technology transfers, 4 handing overs, 18 product launches and 32 major announcements were made at Aero India this year. These included the formal handing over of the Advanced Light...

Dassault Systèmes showcases digitalization solutions at Aero India 2021 With the theme of showcasing “Digitalization to realize a thriving Aerospace, Defense and Space ecosystem,” Dassault Systèmes at the 13th edition of Aero India 2021 showcases technology solutions to Improve Supply Chain Collaboration, to Design for Flexible Manufacturing, to Manage Complex Systems and Accelerate Program Integration and to Deliver High Performance Operations. Experts from Dassault Systèmes will be present at booth...

“Budget focuses on reviving the economy” With its extensive focus on infrastructure and healthcare, the Budget FY21-22 clearly focuses on reviving the economy. The key pillars such as health and wellbeing, capital and infrastructure, inclusive development, enhancing human capital, innovation and R&D and minimum government and maximum governance rightly identifies the core areas for sustained growth and provides considerable thrust towards an Atmanirbhar Bharat. The emphasis on further expanding the...

Union Budget 2021 LIVE Updates Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting the Union Budget 2021. Here are the key highlights: #Budget2021 proposals rest on six pillars Health and Well-Being Physical and Financial capital and infrastructure Inclusive Development for Aspirational India Reinvigorating Human Capital Innovation and R&D Minimum Govt., Maximum Governance LIVE Updates: Time 11.52 New Centrally Sponsored Scheme #PMAatmanirbharSwasthBharatYojana to be launched, outlay of Rs 64,180 crore over 6 years LIVE Updates: Time 11.55 Jal...

Budget 2021 expectations I pre-budget report on mojo4industry Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the Union Budget 2021-22 on 1 February which promises to be 'Like Never Before' as the Modi government looks to give a further boost to Indian economy. Here’s what Industry experts expect from Union Budget. Speakers • Mr. Dinesh Aggarwal, Joint MD, Panasonic Life Solutions India • Mr. Rajiv Nath, Forum Coordinator, Association of Indian Medical...