IEMI 2026 Delivers Strategic Outcomes for India’s Electronics Manufacturing Ecosystem

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The Integrated Electronics Manufacturing & Interconnections (IEMI) 2026, the flagship industry platform of the Global Electronics Association, concluded on January 29–30, 2026, at Hotel Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru, delivering tangible outcomes aligned with India’s electronics manufacturing, defence, and global supply-chain ambitions.

The two-day conference brought together over 1,800 business delegates from India and more than 100 international participants from Southeast Asia, Japan, the Middle East & Africa, Europe, the UK, and the USA, reinforcing India’s growing role as a trusted partner in the global electronics manufacturing ecosystem.

At IEMI 2026, the Global Electronics Association and the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a strategic step toward strengthening India’s defence and aerospace electronics ecosystem. This collaboration supports the alignment of JSS standards in tune with global requirements and strengthens coordination among experts and key stakeholders by providing a collaborative platform to work towards the national mission of Atmanirbhar Bharat.

The Consumer Electronics & Mobile Manufacturing Survey Report was unveiled at IEMI 2026, capturing critical industry insights into the challenges of enhancing quality in the manufacturing processes of mobile and consumer electronics, with a strong focus on global competitiveness and export readiness. Published by the Global Electronics Association, with the support of the India Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA) and ecosystem partners, and surveyed by Feedback Advisory, the report presents evidence-based recommendations to strengthen process discipline, elevate manufacturing quality, and align India’s electronics production with global standards.

Trade development was a central focus of IEMI 2026, with over 100 international delegates engaging directly with Indian manufacturers through structured B2B matchmaking and curated business interactions. In parallel, the conference featured focused forums across consumer electronics, EV, defence and aerospace, and supply chain resilience, facilitating conversations around sourcing partnerships, supplier qualification, and market access.

Community building remained a core pillar of IEMI 2026, bringing together OEMs, EMS providers, PCB manufacturers, wire harness specialists, semiconductor companies, equipment suppliers, standards experts, and policymakers under one platform. A key highlight was the Global Wire Harness Championship, which showcased excellence in workmanship, precision, and process discipline aligned with global manufacturing benchmarks.

• Winner: Mr. Siddaraju, Cyient DLM Limited (India)
• Runner-Up: Ms. Sawinee Wongmart, Satys Electric (Thailand)
• Consolation Prize: Mr. Amit Kumar from Vista Consoles Electronics Private Limited (India)

The event also featured the Member Awards Program, recognizing member companies, volunteers, Certified IPC Trainers (CITs), and partners for their contributions to standards adoption, workforce development, and ecosystem advancement.

“IEMI 2026 demonstrated how India’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem is maturing into a globally competitive platform. The emphasis on collaboration, standards alignment, and workforce readiness positions India not just as a manufacturing base, but as a long-term value creator in the global electronics industry,” said Dr. John W. Mitchell, President and CEO, Global Electronics Association.

With its strong post-show outcomes, IEMI 2026 has reinforced its role as a catalyst for collaboration, trade development, and quality-led growth, supporting India’s long-term position in the global electronics industry.