Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) is all set to organise the 20th edition of National Productivity Summit (NPS 2026) at Coimbatore on 25 – 26 November 2026.
NPS 2026 will feature keynote addresses from Mr Sanjay Jayavarthanavelu, Chairman and Managing Director, Lakshmi Machine Works Ltd. and Dr Jairam Varadaraj, Managing Director, Elgi Equipments Ltd.
Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts, Aquasub Engineering, Titan Company, Ather Energy, Tata Electronics, Kirloskar Oil Engines, Ashok Leyland, Godrej & Boyce, Sun Mobility, Toyota Industries Engine India, Evig Integration, and Advance Mechanical Services will present case studies on productivity advancements
IMTMA is organising plant visits to LMW Textile Machinery Division, SWELECT HHV Solar Photovoltaics, Roots Industries India, Aquasub Engineering, Elgi Equipments, and Propel Industries, a day before the summit on 24 November 2026. The plant visits will help delegates gain first-hand exposure to advanced manufacturing practices and industry trends.
Speaking about the summit, Ms. Mohini Kelkar, President – IMTMA said, “IMTMA is organising NPS 2026 at a time when manufacturing is becoming increasingly vital to India’s economic growth. The summit supports the machine tool industry and the broader manufacturing ecosystem in increasing its competitiveness and achieving new levels of success.”
Concurring with Ms Kelkar’s views, Mr Jibak Dasgupta, Director General & CEO, IMTMA said, “Businesses can increase productivity through interventions in process optimisation, technology integration, and supply chain efficiency. Strong focus and commitment from the top management is essential to bring about such changes within the organisation.”
IMTMA – ACE MICROMATIC Productivity Championship Awards 2026 will be awarded during the summit to celebrate breakthroughs in process innovation and efficiency.
