How the SOLIDWORKS startup program is transforming manufacturing

From bold ideas to real-world impact, Abhishek Bali—Director of Mainstream Innovation for the SOLIDWORKS Startup Global Ecosystem and 3DEXPERIENCE Lab—shared with International Metalworking News for Asia (IMNA) the evolving mission of the SOLIDWORKS for Startups pro-gram and the 3DEXPERIENCE Lab, revealing how Dassault Systèmes is fueling a global wave of innovation—from sustainable impact projects to manufacturing breakthroughs—by empowering hardware startups across sectors.

Driving sustainable, intelligent manufacturing with collaborative innovation

KUKA showcased its forward-looking approach to digital engineering, collaborative robotics, and sustainability. While the panel featured multiple perspectives, International Metalworking News for Asia captured the key takeaways in this exclusive executive interview recap.

Thailand's Smart Leap: Automation and AI propel industrial transformation

Dr. Prapin Abhinorasaeth, a seasoned industrialist and President of the Thai Automation and Robotics Association (TARA), delivered a bold roadmap for Thailand’s future—highlighting how automation, robotics, and AI are catalyzing the country’s transformation under the Thailand 4.0 initiative.

Navigating digital transformation: Insights from Siemens' Alex Teo on Indonesia's CPG industry growth and challenges

In this exclusive interview, Alex Teo, Managing Director and Vice President of Siemens Digital Industries Software for Southeast Asia offers his expertise and understanding of the CPG industry, along with the advancements in digitalization within the sector.