In Person Event

Gear Technology India Summit 2026

Connecting India’s gear ecosystem with global opportunities and innovation

26th & 27th February, 2026

Auto Cluster Exhibition Center Pune, India MAP

About Gear Technology India Summit 2026

Building on the resounding success of the inaugural GTI Summit 2024 and its impactful knowledge-driven initiatives, Gear Technology India is proud to present the Gear Technology India Summit 2026, a high-powered two-day conference dedicated to thought leadership, innovation, and future-ready strategies in the gear and power transmission industry.

The Summit will bring together global experts, technology leaders, OEMs, suppliers, and end-user industries for two days of engaging keynote sessions, technical presentations, and panel discussions addressing the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of gears and transmissions.

Adding to its significance, the Gear Technology India Summit 2026 will be held as a concurrent event alongside the Mega IPTEX GRINDEX 2026 at the Auto Cluster Center, Pune, India’s leasing exhibition for power transmission, gear manufacturing, and grinding technologies. This powerful integration ensures that sponsors gain unmatched visibility and access to an elite audience of innovators, decision-makers, and industry pioneers.

Join us on 26th-27th February, 2026, to inspire conversations, drive innovation, and position your brand at the centre of India’s gear transformation journey.

Why Attend?

Gain Strategic Insights

Understand emerging opportunities across defence, EVs, aerospace, and global powertrain markets through expert-led discussions.

Learn from Industry Leaders

Hear directly from global experts, OEMs, technology leaders, and policymakers shaping the future of gear and transmission manufacturing.

Stay Ahead of Technology Trends

Explore advancements in AI-driven manufacturing, smart factories, advanced materials, and next-generation gear engineering.

Discover Real-World Applications

Technical sessions and panels focus on practical solutions, case studies, and application-driven insights relevant to today’s manufacturing challenges.

Strengthen Your Network

Connect with decision-makers, innovators, suppliers, and end-user industries from across India and global markets.

Access a Mega Industry Platform

Hosted alongside IPTEX GRINDEX 2026, the Summit offers unmatched exposure to India’s largest gathering focused on gear manufacturing, grinding, and power transmission technologies.

Explore the Agenda

Theme: Global Opportunities in Gear & Powertrain Manufacturing: Defence, EV & Beyond

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Atma Nirbhar Bharat’: Driving Self-Reliance in Aerospace & Defence through Indigenous Gear & Transmission Manufacturing

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Case hardening of gears utilizing low pressure carburizing and nitriding / FNC of Seco/Warwick

3:45 pm - 4:30 pm

Local to Global — Emerging Opportunities for MSMEs in Gear Manufacturing

Mr. Nitish Mahajan
Director , Ratna Gears

Bio

Mr. Prakash Kadam
Managing Director , Pragati Transmission

Bio

Mr. Ravikant Gajbhiye
Deputy General Manager - Marketing & Management Services , Bharat Electronics Ltd

Bio

Speakers

Mr. Amol Natu

Director
Manufacturing Quality & Systems Leader - EBU, Cummins India ABO

Bio

Mr. Ashish Nemade

Managing Director
Nemade Engineers

Bio

Mr. Nitish Mahajan

Director
Ratna Gears

Bio

Mr. Parag Apte

Deputy General Manager - Business Excellence and Business Development
SKF India Limited

Bio

Mr. Prakash Kadam

Managing Director
Pragati Transmission

Bio

Mr. Rakesh Vaidhya

Head - NPD & Manufacturing Engineering (Gear)
Kalyani Technoforge Limited

Bio

Mr. Ravikant Gajbhiye

Deputy General Manager - Marketing & Management Services
Bharat Electronics Ltd

Bio

Mr. Santosh Kulkarni

Senior Vice President
Sanjeev Auto-Parts Manufacturers

Bio

Mr. Vishwajeet Kothari

Director
Cyber Gears

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