Industrial Automation Magazine India

Mitsubishi Electric ventures into targeting the pharmaceutical industry segment on a larger scale in India.

Gurugram/Ahmedabad, March 21, 2024 – Mitsubishi Electric India announced its inaugural Pharma Event – NEXUS 4.0, organised in collaboration with The Times of India Group. The event was held at The Courtyard by Marriott, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on 02nd March 2024, which marks a significant breakthrough as Mitsubishi Electric ventures into targeting the pharmaceutical industry segment on a larger scale in India.

Mitsubishi Electric India's Pharmaceutical solutions have been supporting the infrastructural as well as technical development of the sector from many years now. The company offers wide range of automation products and solutions like Plant Automation, Centralized Data Integration, SCADA systems, GOT, Motion & Robot Controllers, e-F@ctory system, digital twin technology, augmented reality, advanced process control, Chillers & HVAC systems, vertical transportation systems and UPS systems to streamline and digitalize the process in the new age pharmaceutical industry for increased efficiency and productivity.

The NEXUS 4.0 – Pharma event was organised with an aim to revolutionise Smart Manufacturing, Procurement Strategies, and Engineering Design by bringing together industry leaders and experts. Through panel discussions, sessions, and practical product demonstrations, attendees engaged in discussions on Smart Manufacturing and Innovative Engineering Design Strategies, the Evolving Landscape of Pharmaceutical Procurement, and Advancements & Challenges in Pharma Manufacturing Engineering and Design.

Mr Kazuhiko Tamura, Managing Director, Mitsubishi Electric India Pvt. Ltd., shared his profound insights during the event, stating that, "Our commitment is to

provide unparalleled products and solutions across all industry sectors in India. The Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences segment holds a particular significance for any nation, and we are dedicated to introducing state-of-the-art automation and digital solutions to drive a new era of innovation in the pharmaceutical industry. NEXUS 4.0 has proven to be an invaluable platform for Mitsubishi Electric in India, facilitating partnerships, networking, and live demonstrations in collaboration with industry leaders. Together, we strive to innovate and deliver optimal solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity in this vital industry."

The event saw participation from prominent industry leaders, including Mr Kazuhiko Tamura, MD, Mitsubishi Electric India; Mr Sunil Mehta, GM, Mitsubishi Electric India; Mr Abhay Inamdar, VP Projects & Engineering, Amneal Pharmaceuticals; Naresh Gaur, Sr VP MF, Amneal Pharmaceuticals; Balasubramanian Ramalingam, Head Engineering UPS, TMEIC Industrial Systems India; Mr Arvind Jungade, GM – Pharma Engineering & Projects, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries; Mr Ashwani Kumar Verma; Senior GM – Manufacturing, Factory Manager, Intas Pharmaceuticals; Mr Shirish, G, Belapure, Senior Technical Advisor, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance; Mr Gaurav Dakshini, Director – Head Engineering, Cipla; Mr Vishnu Prajapati, Sr VP Projects & Engineering Head, Intas Pharmaceuticals; Mr Xitij Jani – Director, Horizon Sky Group, Horizon Sky LLC, Horizon Sky Academy; Mr Jignesh Desai – President, Corporate Purchase, Cadila Pharmaceuticals; Mr Angad Mirajgave – Senior VP, Procurement, Intas Pharmaceuticals; Sunil Marhatta, Head Procurement Pharma – RM, Hikal Ltd; Krutarth Mankad, Division Head Procurement, Otsuka Pharmaceutical India; and Mr Bhavin Sonak, DGM – Sourcing & Procurement (API), Zydus Lifesciences. These interactive networking sessions provided industry experts and professionals with opportunities to open business avenues, network with market leaders and discover the latest technologies & solutions from industry-leading suppliers.