Harwin's Vision for India: Engineering Reliability and Innovation for the Future

At Electronica India 2025, the buzz around innovation, design, and engineering excellence was unmistakable – and Harwin, a global leader in high-reliability interconnect solutions, stood right at the center of it.

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In an exclusive conversation, Andrew McQuilken (CEO) and William Harwin (Executive Chair) share insights on India's growing importance in Harwin's global strategy, their upcoming product innovations, and their commitment to empowering engineers worldwide.

Mr. Manas Nandi (Editor-in-Chief, BIS Infotech) sat down with Andrew McQuilken, Chief Executive Officer, and William Harwin, Executive Chair of Harwin, for an engaging discussion on the company's engineering-driven vision and expanding global footprint. The conversation explored how Harwin's innovations—from high-reliability interconnects for harsh environments to advanced digital design tools and upcoming space-grade products—are empowering engineers, strengthening supply chains, and shaping the future of mission-critical connectivity worldwide.

Welcome to Electronica India 2025. How has your experience been so far, and what are your impressions of India's technology landscape?

We've been traveling across India this week, meeting some of our top customers. It's been fascinating to witness the technological progress since our last visit two or three years ago. The trade show has also been remarkable—the layout, design, and innovation on display truly reflect the strength and maturity of the Indian market.

This is my first visit to India, and I've been absolutely energized by it. The enthusiasm from engineers here is inspiring—there's a real sense of drive and creativity. The entire event has been buzzing with innovation, and it's been a privilege to be a part of it.

Harwin has always been known for its close collaboration with customers. How do you balance customer engagement with continuous product innovation?