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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
KPIT opens new engineering centre in Tunisia
KPIT Technologies, an automotive software and mobility engineering firm, has inaugurated its new software engineering centre in Sfax, Tunisia. This move is set to strengthen the company's delivery footprint and accelerate innovation within the mobility ecosystem. The opening ceremony saw the attendance of senior leaders from the Tunisian automotive sector, investment authorities, universities, and KPIT's leadership. KPIT Technologies CTO Anup Sablesaid: 'Mobility leaders around the world are navigating complex transformations—dynamic trade environment, needing to innovate at speed and scale while substantially saving costs. "Our new centre in Tunisia will be developed as a centre of excellence to drive innovation in propulsion software, vehicle network development, validation and further expand in other domains. The centre will also become strategic to deliver for European OEMs with location and timezone advantages for agility and scale.' This initiative not only benefits the local talent pool but also bolsters the prospects for the over 500 KPIT employees already based in Tunisia, enabling them to collaborate closely with OEMs. For more than two decades, KPIT has been a strategic partner to European mobility OEMs, and will also support OEMs across Germany, the UK, France, Italy, and beyond. This development further extends KPIT's global delivery network, which includes the US, Germany, France, Japan, China, Thailand, and India. Tunisia Investment Authority President Namia Ayadisaid: 'Tunisia reaffirms its position as a strategic hub for innovation and high-tech expertise, driven by a vibrant investment ecosystem and forward-looking reforms. The establishment of KPIT in Tunisia is a strong testament to this momentum and further strengthens our appeal as a prime destination for cutting-edge technology investments. "The Tunisian Investment Authority (TIA) is proud to support such transformative projects, which foster high-skilled employment, promote knowledge transfer, and deepen Tunisia's integration into global value chains. We applaud KPIT's commitment to Tunisia and express full support to international investors' KPIT Technologies had also established a new technology centre in Gothenburg, Sweden, with the objective of driving innovation in the mobility sector. "KPIT opens new engineering centre in Tunisia" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Will sodium-ion challenge lithium-ion's dominance in battery tech?
The global push for cleaner, sustainable transportation has propelled lithium-ion batteries into the spotlight as the preferred power source for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage. However, resource constraints and soaring demand have ignited interest in alternatives like sodium-ion batteries . India recently unveiled a groundbreaking sodium-ion battery that charges up to 80% in just six minutes, potentially reducing reliance on expensive and scarce lithium. With abundant sodium resources and faster charging capabilities, this technology could reshape India's energy and transportation landscape. Meanwhile, hybrid vehicles are expected to play a bridging role in India's multi-powertrain market. Beyond batteries, automotive tech is rapidly evolving through deeper software partnerships and innovations in AI and cybersecurity. Battery Innovations to Watch India's Superfast Sodium-ion Battery Charges 80% in Six Minutes India has developed a sodium-ion battery that promises rapid charging and cost-effective alternatives to lithium-ion tech, potentially easing lithium dependency. Read more: India unveils groundbreaking sodium-ion battery Powering India's Energy Future: Betting Big on Sodium-ion Batteries Experts argue that sodium-ion batteries offer a resilient and sustainable solution for India's energy needs, complementing lithium-ion technology. Read more: Why it's time to bet big on sodium-ion batteries Multi-Powertrain Market and Transition India to Remain a Multi-Powertrain Market, Hybrids to Bridge Gap: HSBC HSBC predicts hybrids will continue to play a vital role in India's diverse vehicle ecosystem, easing the transition toward full electrification. Read more: India to remain a multi-powertrain market Software and Tech Collaborations Google, Volvo Cars Deepen Partnership for Android Vehicle Software Google and Volvo are intensifying collaboration to develop sophisticated Android-based vehicle software that enhances user experience and connectivity. Read more: Google-Volvo Android software partnership KPIT Technologies Expands Tech Centre in Sweden Indian tech firm KPIT strengthens its global presence by launching a new facility in Sweden focused on electric and autonomous vehicle technologies. Read more: KPIT expands footprint in Sweden Future Mobility and Security Robotaxis Will Test Tesla's Autonomous Driving in New Ways The rise of robotaxis globally will push Tesla's autopilot technology to the limits, presenting new challenges for safety and regulation. Read more: Robotaxis to test Tesla Securing Software-Defined Vehicles: Challenges and Solutions As vehicles become increasingly software-driven, cybersecurity is critical to protect against hacking and ensure passenger safety. Read more: Cybersecurity challenges in vehicles Innovation in AI, Sustainability & Deep Tech How Lenovo Uses Formula 1 to Test Future AI and Sustainability Lenovo partners with Formula 1 to pioneer AI-driven sustainability innovations that could influence future automotive technologies. Read more: Lenovo and Formula 1 partnership Building a Global Engineering Story from Bengaluru Bengaluru is emerging as a hub of automotive engineering innovation, contributing significantly to global mobility solutions. Read more: Global engineering story from Bengaluru Netradyne's Deeptech Puts India on the Global Mobility Map With 98% of its R&D in India, Netradyne is advancing AI and safety technologies, reinforcing India's leadership in deep tech. Read more: Netradyne's global mobility impact We'd love to hear your thoughts on this edition of the newsletter! Please share your feedback or suggestions with us so we can continue improving to meet your needs. You can email your comments to And, don't forget to mark 18th and 19th June on your calendar, and be part of the 6th ETAuto Tech Summit! To register, click on Thank you!
Mint
27-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Tech Mahindra taps KPIT executive to lead GCC push amid industry-wide shift
Mumbai: Tech Mahindra Ltd has appointed Santosh Kumar Jha, formerly with mid-cap IT services firm KPIT Technologies, to head its global capability centres (GCC) business, according to three people familiar with the development. Tech Mahindra is the fourth large Indian IT services company to make such an appointment in the past three months. The move marks a strategic push by the Pune-based firm to grow its GCC vertical, as the company builds out a consulting-led services portfolio and seeks to expand beyond its core telecom business. Read this | Tech Mahindra in advanced talks to set up 300-member GCC for Goodyear Jha, who joined Tech Mahindra in March as senior vice-president, was earlier executive director at Maryland-based TEKsystems. At KPIT, he worked on global delivery and transformation. His appointment comes as part of a broader leadership reshuffle within the company's GCC practice. Jha replaces Ram Ramachandran, who previously led the GCC vertical and was country head for India, Middle East and Africa. Earlier this month, Ramachandran moved to a new role heading specialist sales. His position as country head has been taken over by Sahil Dhawan, a long-time Tech Mahindra executive and former KPIT executive himself. Country heads for each GCC client will now report to Jha, who is in turn expected to report to Dhawan, said one of the three people cited earlier. An email sent to Tech Mahindra seeking comments went unanswered. Chasing GCC growth Jha's appointment aligns with a broader trend among India's top-tier IT service providers, which are increasingly prioritising their captive centre businesses. Cognizant Technology Solutions was the first among the large firms to name a new GCC head, appointing Sailaja Josyula to the role on 1 April. Wipro Ltd followed with the appointment of Sandeep Dhar on 9 May, while HCL Technologies named Kiran Cherukuri to a similar position a week earlier. Read this | Captive concerns: Why Cognizant has called out the risk from GCCs Each firm has taken a different approach. Cognizant and HCLTech have relied on long-time insiders to lead the business, while Wipro and Tech Mahindra have turned to external hires to steer their GCC strategies. India is the world's largest hub for global capability centres, with around 1,760 such centres across the country, more than half of them based in Bengaluru, according to industry body Nasscom. That number is expected to rise to 2,200 by March 2030, with a total market size projected at $105 billion. GCCs are typically back-end tech and business support centres that multinational companies set up in India, with staffing and operations often handled by third-party IT service providers. These providers earn revenue through employee provisioning, infrastructure, and sometimes revenue-sharing arrangements. Read this | What lies ahead for GCCs in India after a pivotal year 'The innovation starts in-house and is augmented via the service provider partnership. This means providers have to align more consultatively with their clients, and is the reason why firms like Tech M(ahindra), Infosys, Cognizant and Wipro are all appointing GCC leaders to cement these symbiotic partnerships," said Phil Fersht, chief executive, HFS Research. Tech Mahindra, under chief executive Mohit Joshi, is betting on the GCC business as one of its key growth levers. During the company's post-earnings analyst call on 24 April, Joshi said the company is 'building out specific solutions for GCCs, hiring new GCC leadership under Sahil (Dhawan), and working on solutions that go all the way from build, operate and transfer to... supplementing them on their variable capacity." To support this strategy, Tech Mahindra launched a dedicated consulting arm, TechM Consulting, on 4 November 2024. It also rolled out its revamped GCC offering, the 'SST Next-Gen GCC Offering', on 1 April this year, according to two internal memos seen by Mint. These initiatives fall under the broader Strategic Solutioning and Transformation (SST) team, which Joshi announced as part of a three-year roadmap to improve profitability and revenue growth. The SST team will focus on large deals and work across all of Tech Mahindra's industry verticals. Also read | The boutique consulting firms powering India's next GCC boom Tech Mahindra's pivot comes at a time when the company is under pressure to revive growth. The firm reported $6.26 billion in revenue for the fiscal year ended March 2025, marking a second straight year of decline, and a 0.21% drop from the previous year. 'We expect Jha to bring a fresh perspective on how we can work with GCCs," said the person cited earlier. 'The company is undergoing structural changes in how it approaches this business, and this is a key move in that direction."
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
KPIT opens software engineering centre in Tunisia
KPIT Technologies has opened a new software engineering centre in Sfax, Tunisia , aimed at expanding its delivery capabilities in the mobility sector . The facility will serve as a hub for software development, with a focus on propulsion systems , vehicle network development and validation. The company said the Tunisia centre would act as a nearshore base for global automotive clients and strengthen its existing workforce in the country, which currently stands at over 500 employees. 'Mobility leaders around the world are navigating complex transformations—dynamic trade environments, needing to innovate at speed and scale while substantially saving costs,' said Anup Sable, chief technology officer at KPIT Technologies . 'Our new centre in Tunisia will be developed as a centre of excellence to drive innovation in propulsion software, vehicle network development, validation and further expand in other domains. The centre will also become strategic to deliver for European OEMs with location and time zone advantages for agility and scale,' he added. The company said the Sfax centre is strategically located to attract software engineering talent in Tunisia and will offer opportunities to work on global mobility projects . KPIT has operated in Tunisia for several years and continues to invest in growing its local presence. Namia Ayadi, president of the Tunisia Investment Authority , said, 'The establishment of KPIT in Tunisia … further strengthens our appeal as a prime destination for cutting-edge technology investments.' KPIT's delivery network spans the US, Germany, France, Japan, China, Thailand and India, and the company has longstanding partnerships with automotive clients across major global markets.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
KPIT opens software engineering centre in Tunisia
KPIT Technologies has opened a new software engineering centre in Sfax, Tunisia , aimed at expanding its delivery capabilities in the mobility sector . The facility will serve as a hub for software development, with a focus on propulsion systems , vehicle network development and validation. The company said the Tunisia centre would act as a nearshore base for global automotive clients and strengthen its existing workforce in the country, which currently stands at over 500 employees. 'Mobility leaders around the world are navigating complex transformations—dynamic trade environments, needing to innovate at speed and scale while substantially saving costs,' said Anup Sable, chief technology officer at KPIT Technologies. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Never Put Eggs In The Refrigerator. Here's Why... Car Novels Undo 'Our new centre in Tunisia will be developed as a centre of excellence to drive innovation in propulsion software, vehicle network development, validation and further expand in other domains. The centre will also become strategic to deliver for European OEMs with location and time zone advantages for agility and scale,' he added. The company said the Sfax centre is strategically located to attract software engineering talent in Tunisia and will offer opportunities to work on global mobility projects . KPIT has operated in Tunisia for several years and continues to invest in growing its local presence. Live Events Namia Ayadi, president of the Tunisia Investment Authority , said, 'The establishment of KPIT in Tunisia … further strengthens our appeal as a prime destination for cutting-edge technology investments.' Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories KPIT's delivery network spans the US, Germany, France, Japan, China, Thailand and India, and the company has longstanding partnerships with automotive clients across major global markets.
