As India accelerates its journey toward renewable energy, digitalization, and smart manufacturing, the importance of reliable connectivity infrastructure has moved firmly into the spotlight. From solar parks and EV charging networks to automated factories and data centres, cables and connectivity solutions are increasingly becoming the backbone that keeps modern industry running. In this interview with Machine Edge Global, Uphar Srivastava, Vice President, LAPP India shares his perspective on how India’s industrial and energy transformation is reshaping infrastructure needs, why businesses are paying closer attention to connectivity, and how LAPP is positioning itself to support a future that is smarter, greener, and more connected.
India’s industrial and energy landscape is changing fast. What changes are you seeing on the ground, and how are they influencing the need for stronger cable and connectivity infrastructure?
India is undergoing a profound transformation. On one hand, we see the rapid expansion of renewable energy projects, with solar and wind farms becoming integral to the national grid. On the other, industries are embracing digitalization and automation to remain competitive globally. This dual shift—towards cleaner energy and smarter operations—creates unprecedented demand for reliable cable and connectivity infrastructure. Power cables must withstand harsher environments and higher loads, while data cables must ensure seamless communication across increasingly complex networks. The ground reality is clear: without stronger, smarter connectivity, India’s industrial growth story cannot sustain its momentum.
A lot of industries today are focused on becoming smarter, more efficient, and more connected. How has that changed the role cable and connectivity solutions play in everyday operations?
The role of cabling has evolved from being a silent utility to becoming a strategic enabler. In smart factories, cables carry not just electricity but also critical data that powers automation, predictive maintenance, and real-time decision-making. In logistics, cables ensure uninterrupted communication between sensors and control systems. In healthcare, they support life-saving equipment where reliability is non-negotiable. As industries chase efficiency and connectivity, cables and connectors have become the nervous system of operations—quietly but indispensably ensuring that every machine, every process, and every decision is connected and optimized.
From renewable energy and e-mobility to factories and data centres, many sectors are growing at once. How is LAPP India adapting to support such diverse infrastructure needs?
The diversity of India’s growth sectors is both a challenge and an opportunity. At LAPP India, we are tailoring solutions to meet sector-specific demands. For renewable energy, we provide cables designed to withstand UV exposure and extreme temperatures. For e-mobility, our charging infrastructure solutions ensure safety and efficiency. In data centres, we deliver high-performance communication cables that guarantee uptime. And in industrial automation, we support seamless machine-to-machine communication. By combining global expertise with local manufacturing and R&D, we ensure adaptability across India’s diverse infrastructure needs.
Connectivity often sits quietly in the background, but it’s critical to keeping operations running. Why do you think businesses are paying closer attention to this piece of infrastructure today?
Businesses are realizing that connectivity is no longer invisible—it is the lifeline of modern operations. In industries where downtime can cost millions or compromise safety, connectivity infrastructure is now seen as mission-critical. The rise of smart grids, automated production lines, and digital services has made cables and connectors the silent guardians of continuity. Companies are paying closer attention because they understand that resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness depend on the strength of this backbone.
Sustainability is now part of almost every business conversation. How is that shaping the way LAPP thinks about innovation, product development, and long-term growth?
Sustainability is not just a trend—it is a responsibility. At LAPP, we integrate eco-friendly design into our products, reducing environmental impact while maintaining performance. We actively support industries working toward green targets, whether through renewable energy projects or energy-efficient manufacturing. Innovation for us means creating solutions that last longer, consume fewer resources, and contribute to a cleaner future. Long-term growth is tied to enabling customers to meet their sustainability goals without compromising reliability or safety.
As more businesses adopt automation and digital technologies, how have customer expectations around performance, reliability, and safety evolved?
Expectations have risen dramatically. Customers now demand cables and connectors that deliver flawless performance, uncompromising reliability, and guaranteed safety. In automated environments, even minor failures can halt entire production lines. In digital ecosystems, data integrity is paramount. Customers expect solutions that are tested to global standards, resilient under extreme conditions, and future-ready. At LAPP, we meet these expectations by combining rigorous quality assurance with continuous innovation.
What are some of the biggest infrastructure challenges customers are bringing to you today, and how is LAPP helping solve them?
Customers face challenges such as integrating renewable energy into existing grids, scaling EV charging networks, and ensuring secure data transmission in smart factories. They also struggle with balancing cost efficiency and sustainability. LAPP helps solve these by offering tailored solutions—specialized connectors for renewable projects, advanced communication systems for data centres, and robust instrumentation cables for industrial automation. Our approach is consultative: we don’t just supply products, we partner with customers to design solutions that future-proof their operations.
Looking ahead, what excites you most about where India’s industrial and energy sectors are headed, and where do you see LAPP contributing the most?
India’s journey toward energy transition, digitalization, and sustainable growth is inspiring. What excites us most is the convergence of these forces—where clean energy, smart technologies, and resilient infrastructure come together to redefine industry. LAPP will contribute by being the trusted partner that provides the connectivity backbone for this transformation. Whether it’s enabling renewable projects, powering EV adoption, or supporting digital factories, we see ourselves as enablers of India’s next growth chapter—a smarter, greener, and more connected future.