Engineering on a Global Scale: ASME in India

Engineering is a global profession — one that requires collaboration across borders to solve the world’s biggest challenges, I am proud to highlight the remarkable progress and impact ASME continues to make in India. 

Since opening our first office in 2008 with just two staff members, we have grown into a dedicated team of 30 supporting more than 6,200 members nationwide. This growth reflects our unwavering commitment to advancing engineering innovation and community engagement across the region. By strengthening our presence in India, ASME is fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and leadership that will shape solutions for the global community.



Last month, I attended ASME India’s inaugural International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition (IMECE) in Hyderabad. The conference was lively, engaging, and well attended, with 2,021 registrations and almost 600 featured papers. 

I was blown away by the force of engineering talent present, with participants exploring new approaches to real-world challenges, from energy and infrastructure to manufacturing and health technologies. I also had the opportunity to speak with the students participating in the IMECE hackathon and was impressed by the drive and enthusiasm demonstrated by the next generation of engineers. 



This year, ASME India’s Standards and Engineering Services division has also seen impressive momentum, hosting 22 International Working Group meetings across key codes in seven cities.  And our Learning & Development programs expanded rapidly, with a 209% increase in participants and a threefold revenue growth, supported by strategic partnerships with national skill development organizations. These results demonstrate not only the growing demand for advanced technical training in India but also ASME’s pivotal role in addressing workforce readiness, bridging skill gaps, and equipping engineers with the tools to drive innovation and sustainable growth.

I am especially proud of ASME Foundation India (A.F.I.), which launched formal operations in mid-2025. With 140 Student Sections and 10 Professional Sections, A.F.I. is actively nurturing the next generation of engineers through hands-on festivals, seminars, and innovative outreach programs — including efforts to bring STEM education to economically challenged students. This work is so important because it ensures that opportunities in engineering are accessible to all, regardless of background, while cultivating a pipeline of talent prepared to solve society’s most pressing challenges. By investing early in students and young professionals, A.F.I. is laying the foundation for sustainable growth in India’s engineering community and amplifying ASME’s impact globally.

This sustained progress reflects not only the talent and dedication of India’s engineers but also ASME’s deep commitment to fostering global collaboration, education, and impact. Together with our partners and members, we are building an engineering future that is poised to address the world’s greatest challenges.


With regards,

Tom Costabile, P. E., FASME
ASME Executive Director/CEO