Leading the Automation Evolution.

Automation Expo South

Smart. Sustainable. Scalable.

Automation Expo South is South India’s dedicated industrial automation exhibition, created to serve the region’s rapidly evolving manufacturing, infrastructure, and process industries.

Built on the legacy of Automation Expo, the South edition offers a focused regional platform where automation solution providers connect with serious buyers, technology adopters, and decision-makers from across manufacturing clusters in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala.

The exhibition brings together global and Indian technology players delivering solutions that are deployable, scalable, and aligned with real industrial challenges.

Event & Theme

Smart · Sustainable · Scalable

Taking place from 12–14 March 2026 at Chennai Trade Centre, Automation Expo South 2026 showcases automation technologies that:

Enable intelligent, data-driven operations
Support sustainability, safety, and energy efficiency
Scale from MSMEs to large enterprises

The exhibition reflects the present needs and future direction of South India’s industrial ecosystem.

Our Leadership

DR. M. AROKIASWAMY

Founder – Automation Expo | IED Communications Ltd.

The visionary behind Automation Expo, Dr. M. Arokiaswamy created a platform that connects global automation technologies with India’s evolving industrial ecosystem. Today, Automation Expo stands among Asia’s most credible automation exhibitions.

MS. JYOTHI JOSEPH

Director

A strategic visionary whose leadership transcends conventional event management, Ms. Joseph orchestrates the multifaceted dimensions of Automation Expo with exceptional precision. Her innovative approach to exhibitor experiences, visitor engagement strategies, and international partnership development has been instrumental in elevating the exhibition to global prominence while consistently delivering measurable business value to all participants.

MS. BENEDICTA CHETTIAR

Director

Bringing remarkable versatility to her dual leadership role, Ms. Chettiar seamlessly integrates IED Communications Ltd media and events divisions through her comprehensive oversight of both the Automation Expo's operational execution and the editorial excellence of Industrial Automation Magazine. Her synchronized management approach ensures that IED Communications delivers a cohesive knowledge platform that advances technological understanding while connecting solution providers with implementation partners throughout the industrial ecosystem.

MS.RINI (BERNADETTE) CHETTIAR

Director

A strategic visionary whose leadership transcends conventional event management, Ms.Rini orchestrates the multifaceted dimensions of Automation Expo with exceptional precision. Her innovative approach to exhibitor experiences, visitor engagement strategies, and international partnership development has been instrumental in elevating the exhibition to global prominence while consistently delivering measurable business value to all participants.

About IED Communications Ltd.

IED Communications Ltd. is a leading Indian organiser of industrial exhibitions and business platforms focused on automation and manufacturing technologies.

IED builds platforms that go beyond display — enabling meaningful connections, knowledge exchange, and measurable business growth.