By : Nedal Zubeidi
Jordan Daily – Taiwan Industrial Week (TIW) 2025 concluded in Taichung last week, underscoring the island’s growing focus on sustainability, smart manufacturing, and AI-driven innovation. The event showcased how Taiwan’s industries are embracing digital transformation and ESG principles to strengthen their role in global supply chains, said Alexander Keim, CEO of Kaigo Co., Ltd. and the organizer.
He noted in an interview with Jordan Daily that Taiwan is shifting from a traditional production base to a global innovation partner by integrating automation, data, and intelligent manufacturing technologies.
JD – Mr. Keim, TIW 2025’s theme emphasizes sustainability, smart manufacturing, and AI-driven innovation. How do you envision these elements shaping the future of Taiwan’s industrial ecosystem and its position in global manufacturing?
Keim – Sustainability and smart manufacturing are no longer just trends – they’re the new foundation of Taiwan’s industry. What makes Taiwan unique is our ability to adapt quickly. Many of our manufacturers are already using automation, data, and AI to improve efficiency and meet global ESG standards. At TIW, we’re showing how these technologies work in real factories and real supply chains, helping Taiwan move from being a production base to being a true innovation partner in global manufacturing.
JD – This year marks TIW’s relocation to Taichung. How does this strategic move enhance the event’s value for exhibitors and visitors, and what unique opportunities does it create for international collaboration?
Keim – Bringing TIW to Taichung makes perfect sense – this is the heart of Taiwan’s industrial power. Most of our key exhibitors and suppliers are based here, so visitors can not only meet them at the show but also visit their factories nearby. The new Taichung International Exhibition Center gives us a modern venue surrounded by real industry activity. It creates a stronger link between technology, production, and global buyers – that’s the real value of being here.
JD – TIW 2025 integrates four major exhibitions under one platform, creating a comprehensive industrial ecosystem. How do you see this 4-in-1 format accelerating innovation, cross-sector partnerships, and technology transfer across industries?
Keim – By combining THS, iMT, T-Safe, and RHVAC Taiwan under one roof, TIW builds a complete industrial ecosystem. Hardware connects with metal technology, safety solutions meet HVAC innovation – and new ideas emerge from these overlaps. This 4-in-1 format helps companies find partners they might not meet otherwise, speeding up product development and cross-industry collaboration. It’s where traditional manufacturing meets the future of smart industry.
JD – With participation from over 60 countries and numerous international associations, TIW has clearly established itself as a global meeting point. What is your long-term vision for TIW’s role in connecting global industries, and what can we expect from next year’s return to Taipei in 2026?
Keim – TIW has become a global meeting point – this year, we’re welcoming participants from over 68 countries. Our long-term goal is to make TIW Asia’s key bridge between Taiwan’s high-quality manufacturing and the world’s industrial demand. When we return to Taipei in 2026, we’ll expand on that – larger programs, more global associations, and deeper collaboration. Whether in Taichung or Taipei, TIW’s mission remains the same: to connect Taiwan with the world through innovation and partnership.
