In October, Rolandas Lepardinas, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Diodela, participated in the Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC (ITAP) – an international exhibition dedicated to industrial innovation and digital transformation, held at the Singapore EXPO Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The event serves as a catalyst for industrial transformation, bringing together regional and global leaders to drive the future of smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient manufacturing.
Each year, ITAP attracts a wide spectrum of participants – from technology developers and equipment manufacturers to research institutions, innovation hubs, and industrial solution providers – establishing a unique platform for knowledge exchange, technology advancement, and strategic collaboration.
Participation and Objectives
Diodela’s participation in ITAP reflects the company’s strategic ambition to actively engage in the global technology ecosystem and to expand partnerships in advanced manufacturing and laser technology development.
During the visit, Rolandas Lepardinas met with representatives of various organizations to explore potential areas of cooperation in research and development (R&D), technology transfer, and the creation of high-value engineering solutions.
A key highlight of the visit was a productive meeting with the ASTAR Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (ASTAR SIMTech) – one of the core institutes under Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). A*STAR SIMTech conducts applied research in manufacturing, engineering, and industrial technology development, fostering innovation through collaboration between science and industry.
Areas of Collaboration
The meeting covered several potential areas for future cooperation, including:
• Research and development (R&D) initiatives focused on advanced manufacturing technologies;
• Technology transfer processes between research institutions and the industrial sector;
• The development of high-value engineering solutions with strong potential for commercialization.
Both parties also identified significant potential for joint development initiatives in advanced systems engineering and innovation scaling.
Global Context
Participation in ITAP provided valuable insights into global industrial transformation trends, particularly in manufacturing automation, artificial intelligence applications, data-driven production management, and sustainable industrial development.
These focus areas align closely with Diodela’s ongoing efforts to advance laser technology solutions designed for precision, efficiency, and seamless integration into smart manufacturing systems.
Future Directions
Diodela continues to strengthen its international partnership network and to build joint innovation platforms with research institutions and industrial enterprises. Such collaborations enhance the company’s technological capabilities and contribute to the development of solutions that address global industrial challenges.
The company remains open to cooperation with technology leaders, industry partners, and research organizations that share a commitment to creating high-value technological innovations and advancing next-generation manufacturing.