As a run-up to the Automation ExpoSouth scheduled from March 12th to 14th, 2026 at Chennai, the organisers have planned a grand roadshow in Bangalore.
Roadshows held in the run-up to a major trade show are promotional events or mini-presentations that companies or event organisers conduct in different cities or regions before the main event. Their purpose is to build awareness, generate excitement, and attract attendees, exhibitors, investors, or media.
The Bengaluru Preview: A Catalyst for Industrial Automation
Industrial automation isn’t just a buzzword in South India anymore – it’s where real projects, partnerships, and future-ready plants are being built. On 19 December 2025, automation leaders, C-suite decision-makers, and solution providers converge at Taj MG Road for the 2nd Bengaluru Automation Roadshow, an exclusive technology preview designed for serious buyers and decision influencers.
From Rs 5000+ crore project pipelines and C-suite intelligence briefings to pre-launch technology previews, this roadshow is a fast track to discover new suppliers, evaluate cutting-edge solutions, and unlock collaboration opportunities before the 3rd Edition of Automation ExpoSouth, scheduled for March 12-14, 2026, at Chennai Trade Centre, Nungambakkam, Chennai.
Strategic Industry Clusters: Why Chennai is the Regional Hub
Automation ExpoSouth was launched in April 2023 as a regional event of the iconic Automation Expo with a rich legacy over two decades, which has now grown into Asia’s premier event for the Industrial Automation industry. Holding the regional event in the southern part of the country in general, and Chennai in particular, was a carefully considered decision.
Tamil Nadu is one of India’s most industrialised and economically advanced states, with a diversified industrial base and strong infrastructure. Industrial development began accelerating in the 1950s and 60s with public-sector investments, and later expanded rapidly due to private sector participation, export-oriented policies, and a skilled workforce.
Key Drivers of Industrial Growth in South India
The region's dominance is fueled by specialized industry clusters that are ripe for digital transformation:
- Automobile & Auto Components: Tamil Nadu is known as the ‘Detroit of India’, producing a significant share of India’s passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and two-wheelers. Global manufacturers have major plants in Chennai and surrounding regions.
- Electronics & Hardware: The state is a leading hub for electronics manufacturing, with Sriperumbudur and Oragadam emerging as major clusters for smartphones, consumer electronics, and hardware assembly.
- Textiles & Garments: Tamil Nadu is India’s largest textile manufacturer, especially in knitwear (Tiruppur), spinning mills (Coimbatore), and garment exports.
- Heavy Engineering & Manufacturing: Strong engineering industries in Coimbatore, Chennai, and Hosur contribute to machine tools, pumps, motors, and industrial machinery production.
- IT & ITES: Chennai is one of India’s top IT hubs, contributing significantly to software exports and digital services.
- Renewable Energy: Tamil Nadu is a pioneer in wind power and has one of the highest installed renewable energy capacities in India.
The Ecosystem Supporting Phenomenal Industrial Expansion
The success of events like Automation ExpoSouth at the Chennai Trade Centre is underpinned by:
- Wide network of industrial estates and SEZs (SIDCO, SIPCOT).
- Strong transport infrastructure (ports, highways, logistics).
- Large, educated and skilled workforce.
- Stable policy environment encouraging investments.
- Strong network of MSMEs, especially in western Tamil Nadu.
Companies participating at Bangalore Roadshow
As of the last week of November 2025, over 20 companies have confirmed participation and more are expected to join over the next couple of weeks.
The following is the alphabetical list of companies that have confirmed participation:
Advantech Industrial Computing India Pvt Ltd
Alstrut India Pvt Ltd
AXIS Solutions Limited
Centum Controls Pvt Ltd
Deceler Vibrotek Controls Pvt Ltd
Dynalog (India) Ltd
Eldac Process Automation
EXOR India Pvt Ltd
Gravitech Solutions Pvt Limited
JUMO India Pvt Ltd
Karandikar Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Lubi Electronics
MEL Systems And Services Ltd
Moons' Intelligent Motion System India Private Limited
Nagman Instruments & Electronics (P) Ltd
Nano Technologies
Process Precision Instruments
Robonetics Automation Solutions LLP
Signals & Systems (India) Private Limited
What to Expect: Solutions from Industry Leaders
Attendees can expect deep-dive discussions on smart factories, digitalisation, and automation-led productivity, all tailored to India’s fast-evolving industrial landscape. This ecosystem is powered by pioneering companies such as Nagman Instruments And Electronics, Advantech, Axis Solutions, Alstrut India, and Mootek Technologies.
The event will showcase technical excellence from brands like JUMO India, Deceler Vibrotek Controls, DNCL Technologies, Dynalog (India), and Eldac Process Automation. Furthermore, industry innovators including EXOR India, Gravitech Solutions, Karandikar Laboratories, Lubi Electronics, and MEL Systems And Services will be instrumental in defining the next generation of connected plants.
If you are driving transformation in manufacturing, process industries, or infrastructure, this is the room you need to be in. Confirm your attendance, secure your free visitor registration, and join peers who are building the next wave of connected, efficient, and future-ready plants in and around Bengaluru.
FAQs:
Q1: When and where is the Bengaluru Automation Roadshow 2025?
The 2nd Bengaluru Automation Roadshow is scheduled for December 19, 2025, at the Taj MG Road, Bengaluru. It serves as a technology preview for the main Automation ExpoSouth 2026.
Q2: What are the dates for Automation ExpoSouth 2026 in Chennai?
The 3rd Edition of Automation ExpoSouth will take place from March 12-14, 2026, at the Chennai Trade Centre in Nungambakkam.
Q3: Which major companies are participating in the Automation Expo roadshows?
Key participants and solution providers include Nagman Instruments And Electronics, Advantech, Axis Solutions, Alstrut India, Mootek Technologies, and JUMO India, among others.
Q4: Why is Chennai considered a hub for industrial automation?
Chennai is central to the "Detroit of India" automobile cluster and major electronics hubs like Sriperumbudur, making it a critical location for implementing Industry 4.0 and smart factory solutions.
Q5: Who should attend the Bengaluru Automation Roadshow?
The event is designed for C-suite decision-makers, plant heads, automation engineers, and solution providers involved in manufacturing, process industries, and infrastructure.
Q6: What is the purpose of trade show roadshows?
Roadshows are promotional mini-presentations held in various cities to build awareness, showcase pre-launch technology, and attract investors and exhibitors ahead of a major trade show.
