India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) is organizing the 4rd successive edition of DEFTRONICS 2017 in partnership with TiE Hyderabad with the theme “Accelerating self-reliance in Aerospace, Defence and Internal Security.” The event is scheduled on August 31st and September 1st 2017 at Park Hyatt, Hyderabad. Mr. M.N. VIdyashankar, President IESA spoke to EM more about this event.
What Is DEFTRONICS 2017 focus?
India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) is hosting DEFTRONICS – one of the largest International symposium on Aerospace & Defence Industry, in Hyderabad on August 31 and September 1, 2017. The fourth edition of DEFTRONICS will be held with the theme “Accelerating Self-reliance in Aerospace, Defence and Internal Security.” The summit will focus on major programmes and opportunities in the Indian aerospace and defence industry for both domestic and global market, showcase success stories in A&D, discuss on new technologies in A&D, Internal Security and Cyber Security and Start-up & Innovation.
Let us know the participants and key benefits they will get from this event?
Over 350 delegates and over 35 speakers are expected to be taking part in the summit this year. Companies like Moschip and Xilinx are participating as sponsors with partnerships from the states of Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Kerala amongst others. Deftronics will provide a great opportunity to interact with key representatives of A&D companies and government on a single platform and provide business networking.
What are the special highlights of this event?
With the presence of eminent leaders from Government and Industry, we are honoured to have the presence of Hon’ble Minister of IT Shri K.T. Rama Rao and Guests of Honor Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, Scientific Advisor to Raksha Mantri and Sh. B N Kalyani, Chairman, Kalyani Group. The Inaugural address would be delivered by Sh. Amit B Kalyani, Executive Director, Bharat Forge.
IESA would be felicitating Padma Shree Mr. BVR Mohan Reddy, Founder and Executive Chairman, Cyient for his monumental contribution to the industry.
IESA will also honour individuals and organisations that have helped the industry to grow to become more self-reliant and harness the potential to bridge the gap between demand and supply with DEFTRONICS Awards.
This edition of DEFTRONICS is also likely to showcase the release of Defence Electronics Policy.
Tell us about the venue and reason of the selection for organising this event?
Hyderabad has emerged as global aerospace industry hub in recent years. From manufacturing cabins of the US president’s helicopters to fuselages of the world’s most advanced combat helicopter – all are happening in Hyderabad. With a strong presence of defence and research laboratories, public sector undertakings, it’s IT strength, premier academic institutions, infrastructure and several small and medium enterprises, the city offers the right eco-system for the sector.
IESA is organising this event every year, what is the motto and how IESA recognises this opportunity?
Deftronics is a great opportunity for manufacturers and businesses to understand what’s in store in this sector. The main motto of IESA is to connect the various stakeholders and update the industry about the opportunities in the sector. Deftronics will provide a great platform for the industry leaders, government and other stakeholders to come together to discuss and debate on the various topics on opportunities, challenges and solutions for the Indian A&D industry and take the industry forward to the next level.
How is A&D industry emerging in India? What are the key opportunities for manufacturing players?
The opportunity for electronics in India stems across both stand-alone systems as well as at a subsystem level for other systems. The total market opportunity for A&D electronics for India ranges from US$ 70-72 Billion in next 10-12 years. Of this almost US$ 53-54 Billion emanates from electronics spend as part of platforms (that is, at Tier 1 and Tier 2 levels). Another US$ 17-18 Billion of demand emanates from projects which are traditionally called system-of-system projects like Indian Army’s Project TCS, BMS etc.
Other than exhibition, what are the other activities that will happen during DEFTRONICS show?
IESA will hold conferences with over 35 key global speakers presenting their thoughts on the industry. IESA will also honour individuals and organisations that helped the industry to grow and will provide a great networking opportunity.
