Nine-city India tour to showcase SOLIDWORKS 2027, AI-powered design, automation and the future of digital engineering and manufacturing
Pune, India — October 2, 2026: BEACON India, an authorised SOLIDWORKS Value Added Reseller, is bringing SOLIDWORKS Innovation Day 2026 to engineering and manufacturing communities across India.
The multi-city event series will provide design engineers, engineering managers, manufacturing professionals, IT leaders and business decision-makers with an opportunity to experience the latest developments in SOLIDWORKS and get a first look at SOLIDWORKS 2027.
The SOLIDWORKS Innovation Day 2026 programme will showcase the latest advances in product development, including AI-powered design, automation, collaboration, digital manufacturing and enterprise technologies, while bringing together SOLIDWORKS experts, industry professionals and technology leaders.
SOLIDWORKS Innovation Day 2026 – India Tour
The 2026 India tour will visit nine cities:
- Bengaluru — October 6, 2026
- Hyderabad — October 8, 2026
- Mumbai — October 13, 2026
- Pune — October 14, 2026
- Nashik — October 27, 2026
- Ahmedabad — October 29, 2026
- Chennai — November 3, 2026
- Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar — November 4, 2026
- Mysuru — November 5, 2026
REGISTRATION LINK – https://beacon-india.com/events-and-conferences/
The events are designed to connect the engineering and manufacturing community with SOLIDWORKS and Dassault Systèmes experts and provide insights into the technologies shaping the future of product development.
First Look at SOLIDWORKS 2027
A key highlight of Innovation Day 2026 will be the introduction of SOLIDWORKS 2027 and its latest capabilities.
Participants will have the opportunity to see how new technologies can help engineering teams improve productivity, accelerate product development and collaborate more effectively.
The programme will also highlight the growing role of artificial intelligence in engineering, including AI-powered design capabilities and AI Virtual Companions, along with new approaches to automation and digital product development.
The event will demonstrate how engineering organisations can move beyond traditional CAD workflows and build connected digital processes spanning design, engineering, manufacturing and enterprise operations.
Bengaluru Event to Feature Keynote by N. Santosh Hegde
The India tour begins in Bengaluru on October 6, 2026, at Conrad Bengaluru.
One of the key highlights of the Bengaluru event will be a keynote address by Mr. N. Santosh Hegde, Former Lokayukta of Karnataka and Former Judge, Supreme Court of India.
His keynote will address themes including ethics, responsibility, public life and the principles that guide society, providing a perspective beyond technology and engineering.
The Bengaluru event will bring together SOLIDWORKS and Dassault Systèmes experts, engineering professionals, designers, manufacturers and technology leaders for a full day of presentations, technology demonstrations and discussions covering design, engineering, AI, automation and manufacturing.
Bengaluru Event Details
Date: October 6, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM IST
Venue: Conrad Bengaluru
Keynote Speaker: N. Santosh Hegde
Former Lokayukta, Government of Karnataka and Former Judge, Supreme Court of India
Pune Event to Feature Dr. Pawan Agrawal
The Innovation Day 2026 tour will arrive in Pune on October 14, 2026, with a keynote by Dr. Pawan Agrawal, Speaker, Author and Educationist.
Under the theme “Great systems don’t happen by chance. They are built on discipline, precision and people,” Dr. Agrawal will take participants behind the remarkable operating system of the Mumbai Dabbawallas and explore the principles of teamwork, trust, discipline, precision and flawless execution.
The Mumbai Dabbawalla system has become widely recognised for its ability to coordinate people and processes with remarkable consistency. Dr. Agrawal’s keynote will connect these lessons with the importance of people, processes and execution in building successful organisations.
The Pune event will also feature demonstrations and discussions around SOLIDWORKS 2027, AI-powered design, automation, digital manufacturing and the future of product development.
Pune Event Details
Date: October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM IST
Venue: Hotel Tip Top International, Wakad Road, Hinjewadi, Pune – 411057
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Pawan Agrawal, Speaker, Author and Educationist
Connecting Design, Manufacturing and the Enterprise
Innovation Day 2026 will explore how engineering organisations can connect product design with wider manufacturing and enterprise processes.
The programme will address areas including:
Digital Manufacturing: Connecting engineering and production through digital workflows and connected manufacturing operations.
Enterprise Integration: Connecting engineering systems and data with wider enterprise processes.
Governance: Addressing data, IT governance and compliance requirements as organisations adopt connected digital technologies.
Enterprise AI: Exploring the growing role of AI agents, automation and AI-assisted decision-making across business and engineering workflows.
The event is aimed at a broad audience, including plant heads, factory heads, design managers, engineers, manufacturing professionals, IT managers and business leaders.
Building India’s Engineering Community
SOLIDWORKS Innovation Day 2026 builds on BEACON India’s long-standing engagement with India’s engineering and manufacturing community.
BEACON has conducted SOLIDWORKS events and programmes across multiple Indian cities, bringing together engineers, designers, manufacturers and business leaders to discuss emerging technologies and developments in product design and manufacturing.
The 2026 edition expands this engagement with a nine-city tour and a programme that combines technology demonstrations, industry insights, customer experiences and keynote sessions.
The combination of technology and leadership perspectives is intended to give participants a broader view of the forces shaping the future of engineering — from AI and automation to the importance of people, processes and responsible decision-making.
An Invitation to India’s Engineering and Manufacturing Community
With SOLIDWORKS 2027 at the centre of the technology programme, Innovation Day 2026 offers engineering and manufacturing professionals an opportunity to see the latest capabilities first-hand, interact with experts and connect with peers from across the industry.
From Bengaluru and Hyderabad to Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Mysuru, BEACON India’s SOLIDWORKS Innovation Day 2026 will bring the design and engineering community together across India.
Professionals interested in participating can register for the event in their respective city through BEACON India’s event programme.
Event information and registration:
BEACON India – Events & Conferences
About BEACON India
BEACON India is an engineering technology solutions provider and authorised SOLIDWORKS partner, supporting organisations with SOLIDWORKS design and simulation solutions, training, certification and related technologies. The company works with engineering and manufacturing organisations across India and conducts technology events and programmes to support the adoption of advanced design and manufacturing solutions.
SOLIDWORKS Innovation Day 2026 is organised by BEACON India in collaboration with SOLIDWORKS and Dassault Systèmes.
