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Event overview
Overview
The Process Automation Expo Pune is a premier event dedicated to showcasing innovations in process automation and control technologies. Taking place from 13-15 November 2026 at the Auto Cluster Exhibition Center in Pune, this expo will feature a wide range of solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation across industries.
Process Automation Expo Pune takes place in Pune, India. Venue: Auto Cluster Exhibition Center.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Process Automation Expo Pune runs from 13-15 November 2026 at Auto Cluster Exhibition Center, Pune, India.
- 2Scale and Focus: The expo showcases cutting-edge technologies in process automation and control systems.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by Future Market Events, known for organizing industry-leading exhibitions.
- 4Buyer Authority: Targeted at engineers, R&D professionals, and plant managers from various sectors.
- 5Entry: Registration is open for both exhibitors and visitors through the official website.
Why visit
Attending the Process Automation Expo Pune offers numerous benefits, including the chance to witness the latest advancements in automation technology, connect with industry leaders, and gain insights into emerging trends. Visitors can participate in workshops and seminars that focus on critical topics such as sustainable practices and digital transformation in manufacturing.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the Process Automation Expo Pune provides companies with a unique platform to showcase their innovations, connect with potential buyers, and enhance brand visibility. The expo showcases cutting-edge technologies in process automation and control systems. Hosted by Future Market Events, known for organizing industry-leading exhibitions. Targeted at engineers, R&D professionals, and plant managers from various sectors.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Engineers from manufacturing sectors
R&D professionals in automation
Plant managers seeking efficiency solutions
Decision-makers in process industries
Automation technology enthusiasts
Consultants in industrial automation
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of automation equipment
Suppliers of control systems
Providers of process instrumentation
Developers of industrial software solutions
Companies specializing in robotics
Firms offering AI and machine learning solutions
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Process analytics and instrumentation: pH, conductivity, turbidity, dissolved oxygen and gas analysers
Flow, level, pressure and temperature field instruments and transmitters
Control valves, actuators, positioners and other final control elements
Distributed control systems (DCS) and process control hardware
PLCs, PACs, remote I/O modules and industrial PCs
SCADA, HMI and operator station software
Automation and asset management software, historians and OPC UA connectivity
Advanced process control (APC), loop tuning and plant optimisation tools
Sensors, switches and Industrial IoT edge devices for plant data acquisition
Calibration, testing and certification services plus laboratory instruments
Safety instrumented systems and SIL-rated components
Process automation engineering, system integration and turnkey project services
Location & Facilities
Venue
Auto Cluster Exhibition Center
Pune, India
Facilities
Parking
Auto Cluster Exhibition Center in Pune typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Auto Cluster Exhibition Center in Pune typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Auto Cluster Exhibition Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Free registration
Who runs the show
Organisers
Local currency · INR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Pune Airport (Lohegaon)
Primary airport for the show, with app taxis and prepaid taxi counters at arrivals. Used in the round-trip fare samples for 13 November 2026
Approx. 25-30 km from Auto Cluster Exhibition Center, Chinchwad
to venue
Approx. 45-75 minutes by road in typical Pune traffic; confirm live travel times on the day
by car
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai
Alternate gateway when Pune connections are limited; use the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and allow extra buffer for peak-hour congestion at both ends
Approx. 150 km by expressway to Chinchwad, Pimpri-Chinchwad
to venue
Approx. 3-4 hours by road depending on Mumbai and Pune traffic; confirm before relying on this option
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hotel Celebrations Inn
3-star
Pimpri-Chinchwad820 m from venue to venueFabHotel Poona Residency
3-star
Pimpri-Chinchwad870 m from venue to venueTreebo Vikrant Residency
3-star
Pimpri-Chinchwad1.5 km from venue to venueLocal transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. INR taxi/rideshare from PNQ to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forPune Airport (Lohegaon) (PNQ) to Auto Cluster Exhibition Center
App taxis and prepaid counters operate at Pune Airport arrivals; journey time varies with traffic on the Mumbai-Pune corridor.
metro
Estimated costApprox. INR 10-35 per single journey depending on distance travelled
Best forPune Metro Purple Line (PCMC Bhavan to Swargate)
PCMC Bhavan in Pimpri-Chinchwad is the nearest metro terminus for the venue district; finish the last few kilometres to Chinchwad by auto-rickshaw or PMPML bus. Confirm station access and fares in the Pune Metro app.
bus
Estimated costApprox. INR 10-40 per single journey, ordinary and AC services priced differently
Best forPMPML city bus services towards Chinchwad and the old Mumbai-Pune highway
PMPML runs frequent services across Pimpri-Chinchwad; ask the conductor for the stop closest to the exhibition center.
auto-rickshaw
Estimated costApprox. INR 25-35 per km on the meter, with a minimum fare of about INR 30; confirm the fare before boarding
Best forShort hops within Chinchwad and Pimpri-Chinchwad
Use the meter or agree the fare in advance, especially for late-evening returns from the venue.
suburban rail
Estimated costApprox. INR 10-20 for a second-class single ticket on the Pune suburban line
Best forChinchwad railway station (Pune Suburban Railway, Mumbai-Pune line) to the venue district
Local trains connect Pune station, Chinchwad and Lonavala; the station is a short auto-rickshaw ride from the venue district. Check the current timetable before travel.
parking
Estimated costApprox. INR 50-200 per day for a car; confirm the rate and hall access with the venue
Best forAuto Cluster Exhibition Center on-site car parking
On-site parking is listed for the venue; arriving before the morning peak avoids the worst of the highway congestion.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. INR taxi/rideshare from BOM to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (BOM) to Auto Cluster Exhibition Center
Approx. 3-4 hours by road depending on Mumbai and Pune traffic; confirm before relying on this option; Alternate gateway when Pune connections are limited; use the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and allow extra buffer for peak-hour congestion at both ends.
Plan your trip
Visa & entry documents
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Visa not required
ATA Carnet: check with organiser
Weather
Mid-November is post-monsoon in Pune: mostly dry, warm afternoons near 29-32 C and noticeably cooler evenings near 13-17 C, with the north-easterly monsoon transition bringing occasional hazy or overcast spells rather than sustained rain. Exhibition halls can be cool with heavy air conditioning, so carry a light layer for stand meetings and early transfers. Check a short-range forecast in the final week before travel; values here are seasonal norms, not a forecast for 13-15 November 2026.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to India.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language and business etiquette
Marathi is Pune's local language; Hindi and English are widely used in business settings and English is the usual working language on Indian exhibition floors. Confirm session languages with the organiser if you plan to attend technical talks.
Greetings and business cards
A handshake is standard in B2B meetings. Offering and receiving business cards with the right hand is the local convention, and titles plus surnames are used until counterparts invite first names.
Dress and climate fit
Smart-casual business wear with a light jacket works for warm November afternoons that turn cool after sunset. Comfortable shoes matter, since Auto Cluster Exhibition Center involves long stretches on hard floors.
Food and dietary norms
Pune has strong vegetarian, Jain and non-vegetarian dining. Ask for dishes less spicy if needed, drink bottled or filtered water, and note that many venues serve vegetarian food during religious observance periods.
Payments and tipping
UPI and cards are widely accepted in Pune, though cash helps for auto-rickshaws and small vendors. Tipping is not mandatory but around 10 percent is appreciated in restaurants.
Traffic rhythm
Traffic on the Mumbai-Pune highway corridor through Pimpri-Chinchwad peaks roughly between 09:00-11:00 and 17:00-20:00. Build buffer time into airport transfers and schedule customer visits outside those windows where possible.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: PNQ
Captured Google Flights results for 13 November 2026 arrivals into Pune (PNQ) show connections via Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai-adjacent hubs and Gulf gateways depending on origin. Tokyo itineraries ran about 14 hr 40 min to 14 hr 50 min with one stop; London options from about 13 hr 50 min to 20 hr 25 min; Sydney and New York routings ran over 20 hours with two stops. Prices are returned in INR and include taxes and fees for one adult; re-check live fares before booking.
Visa
All foreign nationals entering India must hold a valid national passport with a valid visa from an Indian Mission/Post, or an eVisa issued by the Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs. Travellers with an eVisa or regular visa can submit an e-Arrival card online within 72 hours before arrival.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
The Government of India states that it does not authorise any agent or intermediary to charge fees for emergency, express visas, eVisas or the e-Arrival card. Visa on arrival is limited to nationals of Japan, South Korea and certain UAE nationals at selected airports. The e-Arrival card is arrival information only, not a visa.
OfficialTransport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Pune Airport (Lohegaon) (PNQ): Approx. 45-75 minutes by road in typical Pune traffic; confirm live travel times on the day; Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (BOM): Approx. 3-4 hours by road depending on Mumbai and Pune traffic; confirm before relying on this option. Allow road or rail time to Auto Cluster Exhibition Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Auto Cluster Exhibition Center: Pimpri-Chinchwad: Hotel Celebrations Inn; Pimpri-Chinchwad: FabHotel Poona Residency; Pimpri-Chinchwad: Treebo Vikrant Residency.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Pune; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Pune's public transport works for the show with one connection. The Pune Metro Purple Line runs from PCMC Bhavan in Pimpri-Chinchwad to Swargate in central Pune, with fares roughly INR 10-35 per single journey; from PCMC Bhavan take a PMPML bus or auto-rickshaw for the last few kilometres to Auto Cluster Exhibition Center in Chinchwad. PMPML city buses cover the Chinchwad and old Mumbai-Pune highway corridors at roughly INR 10-40 per trip. Chinchwad railway station on the Central Railway Pune-Mumbai suburban line is the closest local train stop, useful if you are staying in central Pune. Fares and routes are approximate, so confirm them in the Pune Metro and PMPML apps or with your hotel before travelling.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Auto Cluster Exhibition Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Mid-November Pune: daytime highs around 29-32 C, overnight lows around 13-17 C. Halls are air conditioned, so a light layer helps for long stand meetings. Seasonal norms, confirm the forecast before travel.
Seasonality: November falls after the southwest monsoon withdraws from Pune, so the show period is normally dry with hazy or clear skies; short unseasonal showers are possible but uncommon. Rain is not a planning risk for the 13-15 November 2026 dates, but check a short-range forecast in the final week and pack a compact umbrella if the outlook turns unsettled.
Packing: Mid-November Pune: daytime highs around 29-32 C, overnight lows around 13-17 C. Halls are air conditioned, so a light layer helps for long stand meetings. Seasonal norms, confirm the forecast before travel. November falls after the southwest monsoon withdraws from Pune, so the show period is normall
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Process Automation Expo Pune usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day -14
Confirm your visitor registration on processautomationexpo.com and download the exhibitor directory; shortlist the instrument, control system and software vendors you actually need to see.
Day -13
Book flights into Pune (PNQ); compare against Mumbai (BOM) if direct Pune connections are poor, and allow road transfer time from Mumbai.
Day -12
Reserve a hotel in Chinchwad or Pimpri-Chinchwad within walking or short auto-rickshaw distance of the Auto Cluster Exhibition Center.
Day -11
Check your Indian visa or eVisa status and file the online e-Arrival card if your travel window is confirmed.
Day -9
Draft a meeting request list with two or three specific questions per vendor, for example SIL rating, OPC UA support or sample conditioning requirements.
Day -7
Pre-book airport transfer or set up the ride-hailing app you will use from PNQ; note that traffic on the Mumbai-Pune corridor is heaviest in the morning and evening peaks.
Day -6
Print or download your plant's P&ID extracts, tag lists or retrofit scope notes so vendor conversations are concrete rather than brochure-level.
Day -5
Check the short-range Pune forecast and pack a light layer for cool evenings plus breathable clothing for warm afternoons.
Day -4
Prepare India travel essentials: 230 V plug adapter (type C, D or M), portable power bank, business cards and any calibration certificates you need to discuss.
Day -3
Confirm with any Indian colleagues or distributors whether they will join you on the stand visits, and align on who handles technical follow-up.
Day -2
Build a day-by-day walking plan across halls so you are not criss-crossing the venue; leave one open block for unplanned vendor meetings.
Day -1
Fly into Pune, complete hotel check-in and do a reconnaissance run to the venue so you know the gate, badge collection point and parking layout.
Day 1 of show (13 November)
Arrive at opening for badge collection and orientation, then work the priority vendor list while halls are quiet.
Day 3 of show (15 November)
Close out remaining technical questions, collect quotations and datasheets, and schedule follow-up calls within the week while the show context is fresh.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Auto Cluster Exhibition Center
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Process Automation Expo Pune registration concourse
Auto Cluster Exhibition Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Auto Cluster Exhibition Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights₹190.00
- Per diem × 2₹150.00
Estimated total₹340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Process Automation Expo Pune fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Process Automation Expo Pune, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Process Analytics and Instrumentation and Control Systems and Components solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Process Automation Expo Pune in Pune.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Process Analytics and Instrumentation and Control Systems and Components products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Pune show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- DCS (Distributed Control System)
- A plant-wide control architecture in which controllers are distributed across process areas and supervised from central operator stations. Common in continuous process plants such as chemicals, refining, pulp and paper.
- PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)
- A ruggedised industrial computer that executes ladder logic or structured text for discrete and batch control. Often paired with a SCADA layer for visualisation and historisation.
- SCADA
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition: software that collects tags from PLCs, RTUs and DCS controllers, presents mimic screens to operators and logs alarms and trends.
- HART
- A digital signal superimposed on the 4-20 mA analogue loop used by field instruments to carry diagnostics, secondary variables and configuration data without extra wiring.
- FOUNDATION Fieldbus and PROFIBUS PA
- All-digital fieldbus protocols for process instrumentation. They carry multiple device signals on one segment and support control in the field, but require segment design and power conditioners.
- OPC UA
- An open, platform-independent interoperability standard for moving plant data securely between controllers, historians, MES and cloud platforms. Common requirement when specifying vendor-neutral connectivity.
- SIS and SIL rating
- A Safety Instrumented System is an independent protection layer that brings a plant to a safe state. Its components are certified to Safety Integrity Levels (SIL 1 to SIL 4) depending on risk reduction required.
- APC (Advanced Process Control)
- Model-based control techniques such as model predictive control that sit above basic PID loops to squeeze more throughput or reduce energy use on complex units.
- PID and loop tuning
- Proportional-Integral-Derivative control is the workhorse regulatory algorithm. Loop tuning sets P, I and D values so the loop responds quickly without sustained oscillation.
- Process analyser
- An instrument that measures a chemical or physical property of a process stream, for example pH, conductivity, oxygen, moisture or gas composition, usually with sample conditioning upstream.
- Coriolis and electromagnetic flowmeters
- Two dominant flow measurement technologies: Coriolis meters infer mass flow from tube vibration, while electromagnetic meters use Faraday's law on conductive liquids.
- MES (Manufacturing Execution System)
- Software layer between the plant floor and ERP that manages recipes, batch records, quality holds and OEE reporting. Frequently integrated with DCS and historian data.
- Historian
- A time-series database that stores high-frequency plant tags for trending, reporting and root-cause analysis, typically retaining years of process data.
- Digital twin
- A simulation model kept in sync with real plant data, used for operator training, control studies and predictive maintenance. In process plants it usually starts as an offline model of a unit or loop.
- Calibration and traceability
- Documented comparison of an instrument's output against a reference standard, with records traceable to a national metrology institute. Required for many regulated process environments.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- industrial automation India 2026
- Process Automation Expo Pune 2026
- Pune India
- Control Systems
- Process Analytics and Instrumentation
- Digital Technology and ICT Trade Fair Pune 2026
- Digital Technology and ICT Trade Fair Exhibition Pune
- digital transformation expo
- Pune technology expo 2026
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