I attended this event last year as well, however this time I found remarkable positive change in the overall organisation of the program. It was quite visible that lot of thoughtful actions and efforts are put in to make the program successful. The event was very crisp with improved precision. The timing selected for the program was suitable for most of the participants. The CEO Panel Discussion was very well organised and conducted. Overall ambience, food, entertainment program and award presentation was just perfect ! Kudos to all the proud recipients of ‘Machie'. I wish all the very best to the team of ‘The Machinist', and hope to see you again next year!!

Shriram Date

Eaton Fluid Power Ltd.

It was indeed an honour to be a part of such an incredible team. The manufacturing industry has to be the backbone of our country to depict sustainable development. After years of hard work, our industry is coming to a stage of take-off. I am sure "red-carpet" treatment to the industry will boost their moral to work harder. Hats off to the idea of a "Life Time achievement Award"! Eminent industrialists joining the CEO forum discussion on hot topic of Industry 4.0 was a welcome step.

Blending musical entertainment with the award function was a risky cocktail, however towards the end we all felt this was the right blend.

I am sure as the reach of The Machinist increases to most of the industrial houses, the participation will improve and in-turn the race for awards will get hypercompetitive. I wish the organisers the very best for all future endeavours and look forward to work together in the not too distant future.

Hemant Watve

MD & CEO, Wilo Mather and Platt Pumps Pvt. Ltd.

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