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Intelligent Manufacturing press releases

21 May 2026

Fourth edition of Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur concludes, exploring the roadmap for digital transformation in ASEAN

Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (IMKL) concluded its fourth edition on 15 May 2026, closing to positive feedback from industry participants. Themed “Beyond Automation: Your Roadmap for Human-Centric Digital Transformation”, the three-day event ran from 13 – 15 May, uniting industry experts, business leaders, academics and policymakers to examine the pathways available to ASEAN manufacturers pursuing digital transformation. Across its sessions, speakers and contributors shared case studies and practical guidance on technologies including agentic manufacturing, industrial 5G and humanoid robots. Discussions also addressed AI transformation and the investment and adoption considerations manufacturers face on the path to digitalisation.

11 May 2026

Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur 2026 opens next week: Humanoid robots, physical AI and ASEAN’s digital transformation roadmap on the agenda

Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (IMKL) 2026 opens this week at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, running from 13 – 15 May under the theme “Beyond Automation: Your Roadmap for Human-Centric Digital Transformation”. Now in its fourth edition, the event returns on the strength of positive feedback and demand from the region's manufacturing sector. Its two-day conference convenes industry experts, business executives, academics and policymakers from around the world, with sessions focused on ASEAN’s manufacturing transformation roadmap. Topics include collaborative robotics, humanoid robots, embodied intelligence and physical AI, linking current research with the decisions manufacturers face as they digitise their facilities. Product showcases and interactive Tech Labs will run alongside the conference, giving visitors the chance to see the latest digitalisation technologies in action.

12 Nov 2025

Returning in 2026, Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur announces call for papers

Regional conference-led event Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (IMKL) will return to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 13 – 15 May 2026. The programme will bring together industry experts, representatives from leading companies, academics and government officials from around the world to discuss the latest developments and share success stories in smart manufacturing. Paper submissions for the conference component are now open, with a submission deadline of 31 December 2025. The 2026 edition will also introduce a new pitching session, giving participating companies the opportunity to present targeted solutions to industry buyers and help them to address their specific business challenges in automation.

22 May 2025

Experts gather to discuss future of smart manufacturing as Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur 2025 concludes

The third edition of Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (IMKL) successfully drew to a close on 16 May. From 14 – 16 May 2025, this conference-led event brought together industry experts, corporate leaders, and academics from around the world. Held under the theme “Synergising technologies and workforce adoption for operational success”, participants explored strategies to improve the digital capabilities of ASEAN manufacturers. Discussions highlighted the latest trends, technologies, applications and research, supporting the development of smart manufacturing and facilitating knowledge exchange across the industry.

6 May 2025

Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur 2025 kicks off next week

Conference-led event Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (IMKL) 2025 takes place next week at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, from 14 – 16 May. The event's central two-day conference will bring together industry experts, business leaders, academics and policymakers to address strategies for strengthening the digital preparedness of ASEAN manufacturers. Under the theme 'Synergising technologies and workforce adoption for operational success,' discussions will range from factory-level applications to broader improvements across the region's manufacturing supply chain. Beyond the conference sessions, participants will discover the latest manufacturing technologies in the product showcase area and Tech Lab, while networking with experts from across the sector. Adding to these opportunities, the new SPS Stage Kuala Lumpur pavilion will connect ASEAN manufacturers to the global SPS network, which includes the brand’s flagship SPS – Smart Production Solutions exhibition in Germany alongside regional events in China, Italy, the United States and Thailand.

11 Nov 2024

Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur announces new event dates for May 2025; call for papers now open

The organiser of Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (IMKL) has announced that the conference-led event will return to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) with revised dates, moving from 7 – 9 May to 14 – 16 May to accommodate venue requirements. The event will bring together international industry experts, representatives from leading firms, academics and government officials to share strategies for advancing the digital capabilities of ASEAN manufacturers, both at the factory level and throughout the wider manufacturing value chain. Paper submissions for the conference component are now open, with a submission deadline of 31 January 2025. In 2025, a new pavilion, SPS Stage Kuala Lumpur, will also be introduced, connecting the regional market to resources from the international SPS network of fairs.

18 Jul 2024

ASEAN manufacturing’s digital transformation in focus as Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur 2024 concludes

The second edition of Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (IMKL) successfully drew to a close on 12 July 2024. From 10 – 12 July, this conference-led event provided guidance on Industry 4.0 and sustainability to manufacturers across the ASEAN region, bringing together 27 experts from around the world to share insights, present their research findings, and discuss case studies on the latest trends and technologies in the industry. Participants praised the event for its success in uniting professionals across a wide range of industries and backgrounds, along with its wider role in supporting the region’s digital transformation.

4 Jul 2024

Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur 2024 to host international leaders in smart and sustainable manufacturing

Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (IMKL) returns next week to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), from 10 – 12 July 2024. The event will bring together an international line-up of experts to guide manufacturers across the ASEAN region through key topics in industry 4.0, including generative AI, ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) principles, cloud infrastructure, data centres and more. In addition to its flagship two-day conference, participants can look forward to a variety of product showcases, interactive workshops and live technology demonstrations.

9 Apr 2024

Paper submissions now open for Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur 2024

Following its successful debut in 2023, the organiser of Intelligent Manufacturing Kuala Lumpur (formerly Intelligent Manufacturing) has announced that the second edition of the conference-led event will be held from 10 – 12 July 2024 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Under the theme of “Towards net-zero: The digital transition for sustainable manufacturing”, the event will probe into a number of topics surrounding the implementation and advancement of smart manufacturing technologies, with a particular focus on how these technologies can be used to support Malaysian sustainability initiatives. Paper submissions for the conference segment are now open, with a submission deadline of 22 April 2024.

22 Mar 2023

Intelligent Manufacturing closes with strong recognition from Malaysian manufacturing sector

The inaugural edition of Intelligent Manufacturing closed successfully on 18 March 2023. Visitors were impressed by the quality of international speakers, the wide variety of industry topics explored at the conference, as well as the product showcases. Organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, the conference-led event took place from 16 to 18 March 2023 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).

10 Mar 2023

International smart manufacturing industry leaders to speak at the 1st Intelligent Manufacturing next week

Intelligent Manufacturing opens next week with a strong line up of international speakers discussing the ongoing digital transformation of manufacturing. The inaugural edition will gather professionals from the ASEAN region to highlight Industry 4.0 and explore the latest technological innovations and market trends. This conference-led event with product showcases will be held from 16 – 18 March at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) alongside Automechanika Kuala Lumpur.

13 Jul 2022

Messe Frankfurt adds Intelligent Manufacturing to its event portfolio in ASEAN

Partnered with the Selangor Human Resources Development Centre (SHRDC), Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and Messe Worldwide Sdn Bhd announced its newest regional event in Malaysia. Intelligent Manufacturing is a one-of-a-kind conference-led event to spotlight the country’s leap into Industry 4.0. The event will focus heavily on knowledge sharing to build up the competitiveness of key industries like the automotive sector in the domestic economy. To reflect this synergy, Intelligent Manufacturing will sit alongside Automechanika Kuala Lumpur as a co-located event from 16 – 18 March 2023, at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).

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