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India’s manufacturing sector is entering a defining phase, evolving from a cost-driven production base into a strategic, technology-led industrial ecosystem. Anchored by policy reforms, global supply chain realignments, and sustained domestic demand, the country is steadily positioning itself as a critical node in global manufacturing.

The latest data shows that India’s manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) eased to 53.9 in March 2026—its lowest level in nearly four years—amid pressures from rising input costs, geopolitical tensions in West Asia, and intensifying competition. Yet, beneath this temporary cooling lies a far more compelling narrative: Indian manufacturers recorded their strongest expansion in export orders since September 2025, with robust demand from Europe, Japan, China and other Asian countries.

Brazil is Partner Country at Hannover Messe 2026. With a population of 216 million, extensive raw material reserves and a growing industry, Brazil - Partner Country at Hannover Messe 2026 - is Latin America's largest economy and one of the world's leading economic nations. In this interview with Rakesh Rao, Alex Figueiredo, COO of ApexBrasil – Europe, highlights Brazil’s technological strengths, particularly in renewable energy and green technologies.

India’s growth story is closely linked to the strength of its energy infrastructure. Reliable and affordable power is essential for manufacturing, digital connectivity, healthcare, education, and economic development. Without dependable energy systems, industrial growth slows, productivity declines, and communities struggle to access the opportunities created by economic expansion. As India advances its Make in India ambitions, the energy sector is undergoing a profound transformation.

The true strength of a nation’s manufacturing ambition is rarely found in the rhetoric of its policy documents; it is found in the physical integrity of its materials. As India pursues the ‘Make in India’ vision with unprecedented vigour, we are witnessing a fundamental shift in our industrial DNA. At the heart of this transformation lies a material that is as resilient as the Indian spirit itself: Stainless Steel.

HANNOVER MESSE is positioning the industrial application of artificial intelligence at the centre of industrial policy in Germany and Europe. Under the banner ‘AI in Industry’, the trade show brings together industry, technology and politics to accelerate AI adoption across manufacturing, infrastructure and industrial value chains. A key highlight will be a Centre Stage format on April 20, jointly organised by the trade fair and the Made for Germany initiative.

An industry report by Robotics 24/7 states that deployment will take place at the Woodstock, Ontario site, where seven Digit robots are planned. This development is significant for industrial decision-makers as it marks the transition of a technology segment—long considered experimental—into a commercial deployment model within a demanding automotive environment.

SFC Energy AG is an international technology leader in reliable power supply for critical infrastructure and off-grid applications. The company focuses on fail-safe energy and power management solutions, addressing high-growth markets including security, defence, infrastructure, IT and high-tech industrial equipment.

With new exhibitors, a revised thematic structure, enhanced visitor guidance, and expanded networking formats, HANNOVER MESSE 2026 demonstrates how current industrial challenges can be translated into tangible competitive advantages, while delivering greater value and clarity for both companies and visitors. Amid global competition, rising cost pressures, and accelerating technological change, the manufacturing industry is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history.