From March 25 to 27, 2025, São Paulo, Brazil, will welcome leading professionals and organizations from the tooling and manufacturing industry for the ISTMA Annual Meeting & General Assembly 2025. This high-profile event, organized and hosted by ABINFER in partnership with SENAI/SP, aims to drive innovation, foster international collaboration, and address key challenges in the global tooling sector.
Held at FIESP – Federation of Industries of the State of São Paulo, this edition of the ISTMA General Assembly is expected to bring together industry leaders, decision-makers, and technical experts from across the world, providing an unparalleled opportunity to explore the latest advancements and strategies shaping the future of manufacturing and tooling.
A strategic meeting for industry growth
The ISTMA General Assembly 2025 will serve as a pivotal platform for discussing the most pressing issues affecting the industry. The event's main objectives include:
- Analyzing global economic challenges and their impact on the tooling industry.
- Exploring Brazil's model for professional training in the manufacturing sector.
- Facilitating business opportunities between participating countries.
- Showcasing innovations in industrial tooling, both in technology and management.
These discussions are set to provide strategic insights and solutions that will empower companies to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving global market.
The four-day program will feature a combination of panel discussions, keynote speeches, and technical visits, covering essential topics such as:
- New business models and market trends
- Workforce training and the future of professional education
- Technological innovation and digital transformation in tooling and manufacturing
The event will include exclusive technical visits to leading industrial and educational institutions, such as SENAI, Polimold, and Volkswagen do Brasil, offering participants firsthand experience of cutting-edge manufacturing processes and training facilities. Additionally, attendees will have access to the Plástico Brasil exhibition, one of Latin America's premier trade fairs for the plastics and manufacturing industry.
Beyond the technical and strategic discussions, ISTMA General Assembly 2025 is designed to facilitate high-level networking and business development opportunities. Participants will have the chance to engage with key players in the global market, exchange best practices, and identify potential partnerships.
With São Paulo as the host city, attendees will also experience one of the world's most dynamic business hubs, known for its industrial strength, technological expertise, and vibrant culture.
For further details and registration information, visit
www.istma.org.
