HDAD 2027 registration now open. Industry leaders will examine forecasts, market trends, digital transformation and aftermarket challenges at HDAD 2027. Jeff White is the Managing Editor of Counterman. He joined Babcox after a 20-year career in TV News as a Producer. You can contact him at [email protected] Published: September 11, 2026 Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue, or HDAD 2027, will return for a full-day conference in Grapevine, Texas. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and MacKay & Company will present the event before Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week opens. The event is scheduled for January 18, 2027, at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas. HDAD 2027 examines the Heavy Duty Aftermarket. HDAD 2027 will bring together industry leaders, analysts and executives to examine the state of the heavy duty aftermarket. Discussions will address what lies ahead, how the market is evolving and how suppliers can prepare. What to expect at the conference. The conference agenda will include: * Parts forecasts and the economic outlook for 2027 and beyond * Executive keynotes from a leading OEM and major fleet * Real-world analyses of aftermarket pain points and opportunities * Insights from top fleets, distributors, OEMs, dealers and supplier executives * Talk from the Top, featuring feedback from senior channel leaders * Updated industry survey findings from MEMA * MEMA's 2040 Horizon Study, presented in partnership with Frost & Sullivan * Perspectives on digital transformation, data quality and global disruption * The Fleet Panel Registration and speaker announcements. Early bird registration is available. Organizers will announce speakers at a later date. More information about the event can be found here.

Frost & Sullivan to convene more than 300 business, technology and Innovation leaders at GIL Japan 2026. 09 Sep, 2026, 22:15 IST Tokyo summit will explore how organisations can turn geopolitical risk, resource constraints and market fragmentation into competitive advantage TOKYO, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Frost & Sullivan today announced that the Growth, Innovation & Leadership Summit 2026 (GIL Global: Japan 2026) will take place on 21 October 2026 at Bellesalle Shibuya First in Tokyo. Under the theme "Strategy and Innovation to Turn Uncertainty into Competitive Advantage," the summit will bring together more than 300 senior executives, business leaders, technology specialists and innovation professionals to examine how organisations can pursue sustainable growth amid geopolitical uncertainty, resource and energy constraints, and increasing market fragmentation. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions and industry-focused sessions, GIL Japan 2026 will provide a cross-sector forum for exploring new growth opportunities, sharing practical insights and developing collaborative responses to an increasingly complex global business environment. "Business leaders are facing a convergence of geopolitical, technological and market disruption that demands both resilience and a renewed approach to innovation," said Hiroshi Yamamura, Japan Country Head at Frost & Sullivan, "GIL Japan 2026 will bring together diverse perspectives to help organisations identify emerging opportunities, make better-informed strategic decisions and turn uncertainty into a source of competitive advantage." Global outlook, innovation and industry transformation The programme will open with a keynote from Aroop Zutshi, Global President and Managing Partner at Frost & Sullivan, examining the global economic outlook and the strategic implications of operating in an increasingly uncertain environment. A cross-industry panel featuring representatives from Frost & Sullivan, Nissan Motor Corporation, Tamaki & Associates and ZenX will consider how organisations can prepare for disruption and rethink the development of new businesses. Further programme highlights will examine the growing importance of brands in the generative AI era, diversity as a competitive advantage, and the innovation capabilities required to drive the next decade of growth. Sessions will also explore emerging technologies, pharmaceutical innovation intelligence, the shift towards energy and materials infrastructure beyond EVs, and how sustainability can create value across pharmaceutical manufacturing and global food systems. The programme will feature executives and experts from Nikkei BP Consulting, Nomura Research Institute, Ltd., Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Yokogawa Electric Corp. and Keio University, bringing perspectives from across business, technology, healthcare, industry and academia. The summit will combine Frost & Sullivan's global market perspectives with practical insights from business, academic and industry leaders, enabling participants to consider the implications of these developments for their own growth and innovation strategies. Creating connections across industries In addition to the conference programme, GIL Japan 2026 will include an awards ceremony and a networking reception for more than 200 attendees. The in-person format is designed to encourage dialogue among participants, Frost & Sullivan experts, established corporations, ventures and start-ups - helping to create new connections and opportunities for cross-sector collaboration. The summit is intended for senior executives and professionals working across corporate strategy, business development, research and development, innovation, investment, corporate venture capital and marketing. For the latest programme information, visit the GIL Japan 2026 event website or head straight to the registration page to secure your complimentary seat here. About Frost & Sullivan Frost & Sullivan's Growth Pipeline Engine, transformational strategies and best-practice models drive the generation, evaluation, and implementation of powerful growth opportunities. Is your company prepared to survive and thrive through the coming transformation? Your Transformational Growth Journey Starts Here. Media contact Masashi Ura | 浦 昌嗣 Manager, Customer Experience Frost & Sullivan Japan Email: [email protected]

Frost & Sullivan has appointed Janesh Janardhanan as global partner and head of subscriptions. In this role, Janardhanan will lead the strategic direction, commercial growth, and global expansion of the company's analytics, subscription, and Growth Generator platforms. The appointment reflects Frost & Sullivan's continued investment in its recurring-revenue subscription offerings. These provide clients worldwide with continuous access to intelligence, growth opportunity analytics, and decision-support tools. Janardhanan brings extensive experience in commercial leadership, analytics, and growth strategy. He is a graduate of Harvard Business School and holds an MBA and a bachelor of engineering from the National University of Singapore. Under his leadership, the subscriptions business will expand its coverage, enrich its content and data assets, and strengthen its technology platforms.