Post-Show Report

1. Overview

Show Outline

Dates
Oct 4 (Wed) – 6 (Fri), 2023
Venue
INTEX Osaka, Japan
Organiser
RX Japan Ltd.

Concurrent Shows
Design Manufacturing Solutions Expo
Mechanical Components & Technology Expo
Medical Device Development Expo
Factory Facilities & Equipment Expo
Industrial AI/IoT Expo
Additive Manufacturing Expo
Measure/Test/Sensor Expo
Manufacturing DX Expo
Industrial ODM/EMS Expo

Summary

The 26th edition of Manufacturing World Osaka, held at INTEX Osaka from October 4th to 6th, 2023, was an astounding success. With an impressive turnout of 31,627 visitors and a substantial presence of 1,130 exhibitors, the event continued to solidify its reputation as a premier platform for the manufacturing industry.

This year, Manufacturing World Osaka set the stage for 20 conference sessions featuring insights from 26 prominent speakers. The wealth of knowledge and innovation shared during these sessions truly enriched the event, offering invaluable takeaways for attendees. The event's triumph was further magnified by its co-location with 9 concurrent shows. The unique combination of shows created a dynamic atmosphere, facilitating cross-pollination of ideas and technologies across the manufacturing spectrum.

Manufacturing World Osaka 2023 buzzed with energy, innovation, and the promise of a brighter future for the industry. It served as a melting pot for professionals, enthusiasts, and thought leaders, fostering connections, collaborations, and breakthroughs.

* If one person visits the exhibition more than once on the same day, the number of visitors is counted as one.
*If one visitor visits the exhibition for multiple days, the number of days is counted.

The trade show took place at the bustling heart of a major manufacturing hub, showcasing cutting-edge technology, innovative solutions, and revolutionary ideas.

It's clear that this event's resounding success paves the way for an even brighter future in the manufacturing world. We look forward to the 27th edition, expecting it to build on this momentum and continue shaping the industry's path forward.

Media Partners

Exhibitor Profile

• Machinery and Equipment
• Technology and Solutions Providers
• Materials and Components
• Factory and Plant Equipment
• Quality Assurance and Testing
• Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printers, etc.

Visitor Profile

• Design • R&D
• Manufacturing/Production Technology
• Production Management
• Purchase/Procurement, etc.

2. By the Numbers*

Exhibitors

1,130 Exhibitors All Under One Roof

Participating Companies

IR WATER MACH INC.
AUTODESK LTD.
BROTHER SALES, LTD.
CADDI INC.
CASTEM CO.
CHIYODA TRADE CO.
CIMTOPS CO.
EPSON DIRECT CORP.
HAKUDO CO., LTD.

HAMMER CASTER CO., LTD.
HEXAGON METROLOGY K.K.
HITACHI SYSTEMS, LTD.
HIWIN CORP.
HOTTY POLYMER CO., LTD.
ICAD LTD.
IGUS K.K.
JAPAN 3D PRINTER CO., LTD.
JEOL LTD.

JUKI CORP.
KEYENCE CORP.
LENOVO JAPAN LLC
MURATA MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.
NBK
NEC CORPORATION
NIKON CORP.
NIPPON BEARING CO., LTD.
…and more.

Visitors

31,627 Visitors from 26Countries/Regions

*If one person visits the exhibition more than once on the same day, the number of visitors is counted as one.
*If one visitor visits the exhibition for multiple days, the number of days is counted.
*Exhibitors and media are not included in the above figures.

3. Show Highlights

Show Video

Exhibit Highlights

•Metal/Resin 3D Printer
•Back-Office DX
•Factory DX
•Processing Technology
•AI Solutions
•Medical Device Development
•Production Management Systems
•Carbon Neutral Products

•Measuring Technology
•Components for Robotics
•Surface Treatment
•Fasteners & Springs
•ODM Contractors
•CAD and CAE
•Global Suppliers

Conference Highlights

Growth Strategy and Open
Innovation of Daikin

Daikin Industries, Ltd.
Senior Executive Officer AC
Product Development
General Manager - Technology
and Innovation Center
Yuji Yoneda

Nissan Intelligent Factory -
Manufacturing Next-Generation
Vehicles with Production Gemba DX

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
General Manager
Masao SUMI

Toward fully utilize and
realization of human-centered AI -
"Scalable AI" and "Responsible AI"

Panasonic Holdings Corp.
Director, Digital and AI Technology
Center, Technology Division
Hiroshi Kutsumi

Operational transformation of
Mitsubishi Electric Group for overall optimization

MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC Corp.
Executive Officer Business Platform
Business Area Owner Group President,
Information System & Network Service CIO
Eiichiro Mitani

New Challenge at TOYOTA with TPS

TOYOTA MOTOR Corp.
Chief Officer, TPS Group
Kyogo Onoue

Latest Trends in Healthcare
and Medical Device Development

Olympus Corp.
Senior Vice President,
Advanced Technology Development Function
Kazuhiro Gono (co-panelist)

Mobility x Measure -
HORIBA Technology for field support

HORIBA, Ltd.
Junior Corporate Officer,
General Manager, Energy &
Environment Division
Kazuya Tsurumi

Solving SDGs issues through
business activities

NTT Communications Corp.
Vice President, Smart Industry,
Smart World Business,
Business Solution Division
Tsuyoshi Tahara

and more…

The Manufacturing World event was an outstanding success, not only on the exhibition front but also in its captivating conference program.

Attendees were treated to a series of insightful lectures, with highlights including "Growth Strategy and Open Innovation of Daikin" led by none other than Yuji Yoneda, General Manager of Daikin's Technology and Innovation Center.

These sessions delved into cutting-edge topics and provided a glimpse into the future of manufacturing. Manufacturing World continues to set the bar high for industry events, and the 2023 edition did not disappoint.

Another notable attraction of this edition was TOYOTA MOTOR Corp's special lecture entitled, "New Challenge at TOYOTA with TPS," led by TPS Group Chief Officer, Kyogo Onoue.

This session provided expert insights on how Toyota's world-renowned TPS is evolving to meet modern manufacturing challenges, including DX, globalisation, and sustainability.

*Conference information translatedby Show Management.
*Honorifics omitted.

4. Scenes from the Expo Floor

NOV 2023 SAVE THE DATE

Dates : Nov. 29th (Wed) – Dec. 1st (Fri), 2023
Venue : Marine Messe Fukuoka, Japan
Organiser : RX Japan Ltd.

Consists of:
Design Manufacturing Solutions Expo
Mechanical Components & Technology Expo
Factory Facilities & Equipment Expo
Industrial AI/IoT Expo
Additive Manufacturing Expo
Measure/Test/Sensor Expo
Manufacturing DX Expo
Industrial ODM/EMS Expo

2024 SAVE THE DATE

Dates : Apr. 10th (Wed) – Apr. 12th (Fri)
Venue : Port Messe Nagoya, Japan
Organiser : RX Japan Ltd.

Dates : Jun. 19th (Wed) – Jun. 21st (Fri)
Venue : Tokyo Big Sight, Japan
Organiser : RX Japan Ltd.

Dates : Oct. 2nd (Wed) – Oct. 4th (Fri)
Venue : INTEX Osaka, Japan
Organiser : RX Japan Ltd.

Dates : Dec. 11th (Wed) – Dec. 13th (Fri)
Venue : Marine Messe Fukuoka, Japan
Organiser : RX Japan Ltd.

Consists of:
Design Manufacturing Solutions Expo
Mechanical Components &Technology Expo
Factory Facilities & Equipment Expo
Aerospace Technology & Components Expo
Medical Device Development Expo
Industrial AI/IoT Expo
Manufacturing DX Expo
Industrial ODM/EMS Expo
...and more.