A Rousing Success: IPC India Hosts IEMI 2023

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The second annual Electronics Manufacturing & Interconnection (IEMI) trade show, held in Chennai and Pune, India, welcomed more than 1,000 participants, including 30 international delegates from more than 10 countries, for two days of skills challenges, business-to-business meetings, panel discussions, special addresses from subject matter experts, and a keynote speech from IPC President and CEO John W. Mitchell. Awards ceremonies were held, and two Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) were signed.

Supported by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, the government of India, state governments of Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra, and Indian and International Industry Associations, iIMI hosted electronics manufacturers, designers, traders, suppliers, service providers, and technical experts to explore new business partnerships, gain technical knowledge, and to source products and services.

New to IEMI this year were standards committee meetings, with an EMS committee meeting in Chennai, and wire harness and design committee meetings in Pune. In addition, a vendor development program was held in Pune, with representatives from Siemens meeting with wire harness manufacturers in efforts to expand their supply chain.

In Chennai, Ar Rm Arun, president, Southern India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), welcomed the delegates, while Ramachandran Natarajan, managing director, Mel Systems and Services, delivered the vote of thanks. Both speakers highlighted the growth of electronics manufacturing in the state of Tamil Nadu and the need for cooperation between associations to develop strong industry partnerships to encourage further development in the state.

In Pune, delegates were welcomed by Prashant Girbane, director general, Mahratta Chamber of Commerce Industries and Agriculture (MCCIA), who emphasized the importance of Pune’s contributions to the Indian economy. He was joined by Aditya Paranjpe, chairperson, MCCIA’s Electronics Committee, who discussed MCCIA’s role in developing the electronics manufacturing sector of the region.

Rajinder Bhatia, president and CEO, Bharat Forge Defense & Aerospace, was the chief guest in Pune, and presented “The Role of Integrated Electronics Manufacturing and Interconnections,” illustrating how integrated electronics contribute to defense innovation and the importance of reliable electronics in both aerospace and defense applications.

John W. Mitchell, IPC president and CEO, delivered the keynote address in both Chennai and Pune, presenting “What’s New in Technology: Micro Trends Determining Electronics’ Future.” Mitchell explained IPC’s commitment to creating an environment for IPC members to embrace new trends such as AI, digital twin, 3D printing, nanotechnology, and new energy solutions, enabling members to stay ahead of the competition while continuing to innovate and grow in the industry.

To view a photo collage and read more about the event, which originally appeared in the fall issue of IPC Community, click here.