The highly anticipated TIMTOS 2025, the Taipei International Machine Tool Show, will occur from March 3 to 8, 2025. This marks the 30th milestone edition of one of Asia’s most prestigious exhibitions for the machine tool and smart manufacturing industries. A special event highlight will be the TIMTOS Forum, scheduled for March 4, 2025, in Room 101, TICC, with the theme “Unlocking the Key to Smart Manufacturing with 6 Masters.”
TIMTOS 2025 will host over 1,000 exhibitors, occupying more than 6,100 booths across the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center (Halls 1 & 2) and TWTC Exhibition Hall. The exhibition will showcase advanced technologies spanning CNC machinery, precision components, metalworking solutions, additive manufacturing, automation systems, and digital manufacturing innovations. As Taiwan solidifies its position as a global hub for smart manufacturing and advanced engineering solutions, TIMTOS 2025 will offer a world-class platform for industry professionals, fostering innovation, partnerships, and knowledge exchange.
The TIMTOS Forum 2025, taking place on March 4, will focus on emerging technologies, automation breakthroughs, and supply chain advancements critical to the evolution of smart factories and digitally connected manufacturing ecosystems. As part of the 30th-anniversary celebrations, the forum brings together six prominent industry leaders who will offer their expertise, creating a unique opportunity for attendees to gain valuable knowledge from those driving innovation across key sectors.
The six distinguished speakers at TIMTOS Forum 2025 include Akihiro Teramachi, Chairman and CEO of THK Corporation, who will discuss the role of advanced motion systems in smart manufacturing; Haw Chen, CEO of Techman Robot Inc., who will present insights into the evolving role of AI-powered collaborative robots (cobots) in modern production lines; and Christine Herbst-Kubitz, General Manager of Siemens Taiwan Digital Industries, who will highlight how digital twins, IIoT, and data-driven manufacturing are accelerating digital transformation. Hitoshi Yoshida, Chairman and CEO of Tokyo Seimitsu Co., Ltd., will also join the forum and delve into the importance of precision measurement and metrology solutions for advanced manufacturing.
Paul Chen, Vice President of Business Development at FFG MAG Automotive LLC, will share insights into global manufacturing competitiveness and new technology adoption, and Maurice Chang, Global Sales & Marketing Senior Director at HIWIN Technologies Corp., will focus on the latest advancements in linear motion technology and its impact on smart factory evolution. This exclusive forum will bring together six globally renowned industry leaders to share their expert insights on the future of smart manufacturing and the role of cutting-edge technologies in shaping modern production ecosystems.
Enhance Your TIMTOS 2025 Experience with the Taiwan Trade Shows App
To enhance the visitor experience at TIMTOS 2025, the organizers are encouraging all attendees to download the official Taiwan Trade Shows App. This innovative app serves as a one-stop digital guide, providing real-time access to essential information such as the exhibitor list, event schedules, and venue floor plans. With just a few taps, visitors can search for exhibitors, discover product highlights, and plan their visit efficiently, ensuring they make the most of their time at Asia’s premier machine tool exhibition.
One of the app’s standout features is the Business Card Collector, enabling visitors to scan exhibitor QR codes to instantly exchange digital business cards, fostering seamless networking and collaboration. Whether locating booths using the interactive floor plan, exploring upcoming forum sessions and product launches, or connecting with key industry players, the Taiwan Trade Shows App ensures that every moment at TIMTOS 2025 is well-organized and impactful. The app is available for download on both the App Store and Google Play.
Participation in TIMTOS 2025 and TIMTOS Forum offers attendees an unparalleled opportunity to gain exclusive insights into the future of manufacturing, explore the latest automation and smart production technologies, and network with global industry leaders, technology providers, and key decision-makers. Whether you want to adopt new technologies, enhance your manufacturing capabilities, or expand your business network, TIMTOS 2025 is a must-attend event for every forward-looking manufacturing professional.
TIMTOS 2025 is jointly organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and the Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI). These organizations are important in promoting Taiwan’s machinery sector globally, fostering innovation, and facilitating international business collaborations.
Machine Maker, India’s leading media platform dedicated to manufacturing, will provide exclusive coverage of TIMTOS 2025. Hari Shanker, Founder and Managing Editor of Machine Maker will be present at the exhibition, bringing real-time updates, exclusive interviews, and deep industry insights from the TIMTOS Forum and the show floor, connecting the global manufacturing community with the latest advancements from Taiwan.
