Germany-headquartered automotive major the BMW Group and Tata Technologies, a global product engineering and digital services company, have announced the official launch of their joint venture BMW TechWorks India with offices in – Pune, Bengaluru and Chennai.

The JV which goes on stream in November 2024, will initially start with 100 employees at these three locations and rapidly scale to four-digit number of employees by end-2025, with a strong focus on attracting top-tier Indian talent. The BMW Group and Tata Technologies will each hold 50 percent of the shares in this JV.

The management team of BMW TechWorks India is comprised of seasoned executives from both partner companies. Representing Tata Technologies are Aditya Khera as CEO and Sweta Girinatham as CFO of this JV. From the BMW Group, Oliver Scheickl will hold the position of COO of Automotive Software in this new JV and Stefan Flader will serve as COO of Business IT.

BMW TechWorks India complements BMW Group’s global strategy by engineering seamless, scalable software solutions for next-gen vehicles and delivering leading digital experiences. Tata Technologies will bring its expertise across the entire product value chain, from conceptualisation to detailed engineering and turnkey SDV (Software Defined Vehicles) development, will drive key software projects for the BMW Group’s premium mobility solutions and facilitate access to India’s impressive talents.

The partners aim to leverage India’s engineering and IT talent in developing strategic software solutions for SDVs, automated driving, digital infotainment, and automotive digital services.

In addition to automotive software, the JV will also provide digital innovations for the BMW Group's Business IT. Consequently, BMW TechWorks India will expedite the digital transformation of the car manufacturer's global production network, along with enhancing its digital customer journey and sales processes. Another key area of focus will be the development of AI applications and platforms, which will increase the speed and efficiency of all core business processes.

Christoph Grote, Senior Vice-President of Electronics and Software BMW Group said, “BMW TechWorks India is a significant addition to our global vehicle software development initiatives. India’s software talent will be a great asset for our Software-Defined Vehicles of the future. With agile processes and state-of-the-art tools, engineers at BMW TechWorks India will co-create innovative automotive digital experiences, such as automated driving and next-gen infotainment systems.” 

Alexander Buresch, CIO, and Senior Vice-President, BMW Group IT stated, “With BMW TechWorks India, we are steadily advancing our international IT-Hub strategy and broadening our global Business IT presence. The partnership with Tata Technologies represents a strategically important step and provides excellent conditions for developing innovative software solutions along our value chain. We are excited to welcome Indian tech talents to join us in driving the digital transformation of the BMW Group.”

Warren Harris, CEO and MD, Tata Technologies said: “Our joint venture with the BMW Group, BMW TechWorks India, underscores our deep expertise in Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV) and reflects our commitment to driving innovation in both automotive software and business IT. By leveraging Tata Technologies' strong brand presence in India, this JV will attract top talent and provide a platform to develop forward-thinking solutions that redefine the future of mobility. We are excited to partner with the BMW Group in engineering premium, software-driven vehicles, enhancing digital experiences, and accelerating their digital transformation journey.”

Nachiket Paranjpe, President of Automotive Sales, Tata Technologies commented, "The rapid evolution of automotive technology is transforming the way vehicles are developed, with Software-Defined Vehicles at the forefront of this shift. At Tata Technologies, our deep automotive expertise and end-to-end solutions across the value chain – from concept and detailed engineering to manufacturing engineering and turnkey SDV development – position us perfectly to support the BMW Group in shaping the future of mobility. Through this joint venture, we will push the boundaries of automotive technology, creating vehicles that are not only cutting-edge but also deliver exceptional driving experiences to consumers worldwide."

Aditya Khera, CEO, BMW TechWorks India: “With the launch of BMW TechWorks India, we are establishing a world-class software hub that will play a critical role in the BMW Group's automotive software and business IT strategy. By combining the BMW Group's and Tata Technologies' leadership in software-defined vehicles and product engineering excellence, we are poised for innovation and growth, offering India's top talent the opportunity to shape the future of the BMW Group's mobility solutions.”

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Hindustan Zinc and Silox India have expanded their long-term collaboration to focus on industrial decarbonisation and the development of sustainable supply chains. As part of the agreement, Silox India has adopted EcoZen, a low-carbon zinc brand produced by Hindustan Zinc, for use across its manufacturing operations. This integration is intended to reduce the carbon footprint of zinc-based chemical products while maintaining existing quality standards.

EcoZen is manufactured using renewable energy and has a verified carbon footprint of less than one tonne of CO2 per tonne of zinc. According to the company, this is approximately 75 percent lower than the global industry average. The material offers full traceability, allowing downstream users to account for the environmental impact of their inputs. When used in galvanising, EcoZen can prevent approximately 400 kilograms of CO2 emissions per tonne of steel compared to conventional zinc.

Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta Group company, supplies materials to various sectors including infrastructure, automotive and renewables. The company is a member of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) and has prioritised the reduction of Scope 3 emissions for its clients. Silox India, which specialises in inorganic chemistry and non-ferrous metal derivatives, will use EcoZen to support its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets.

Arun Misra, Chief Executive Officer & Whole-time Director, Hindustan Zinc, said, “Decarbonisation at Hindustan Zinc is not limited to our own operations; it extends to how our products are used across industries. EcoZen represents a step change in how zinc can support cleaner manufacturing. By partnering with customers like Silox India, we are enabling the wider adoption of low-carbon solutions at scale.”

Prakash Raman, Managing Director, Silox India, said, “Integrating EcoZen into our manufacturing processes allows us to lower embedded emissions across our product portfolio while continuing to deliver high-performance solutions to our customers. This partnership demonstrates how upstream innovation can accelerate sustainability outcomes downstream.”

The partnership aligns with the increasing demand for low-carbon materials in the automotive and infrastructure sectors. EcoZen is supported by life-cycle assessments and globally recognised ISO and REACH certifications to ensure transparency and compliance with environmental regulations.

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Maruti Suzuki India, the country’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturer, has reported its highest-ever annual production with 2.25 million units produced in CY2025.

This also marks the second year the automaker surpassed the 2 million units production threshold. The total includes vehicles destined for the domestic market, exports and supplies to other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The Fronx, Baleno, Swift, Dzire and Ertiga were the five models with the highest production volumes during this period.

The company began operations in 1983 at its facility in Gurugram and has since expanded its manufacturing footprint to include sites in Manesar and Kharkhoda, alongside the integration of its Gujarat plant.

At present, Maruti Suzuki India produces 17 models and 650 variants. To address future demand in India and abroad, the firm intends to increase its total production capacity to 4 million units per annum.

Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India, said, “This record production is a result of the dedication of our employees and the strong synergy that we share with our supplier partners. A high degree of localization has enabled us to achieve such scale while maintaining world-class quality, highlighting the strength and global competitiveness of India’s automotive manufacturing ecosystem. We remain committed to expanding our manufacturing footprint and strengthening India’s automobile manufacturing capabilities in line with the Government of India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative.”

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Belrise Industries (formerly Badve Engineering), an Indian automotive systems manufacturer, and Plasan Sasa, an Israel-based provider of armour and survivability solutions, have signed a strategic agreement to develop solutions for the Indian military market. The collaboration focuses on the ATEMM (All-Terrain Electric Mission Module) systems.

The ATEMM is a self-propelled electric platform designed to increase payload capacity, energy supply and mobility for armed forces. The partnership aims to adapt this platform for the specific requirements of the Indian defence sector.

The agreement outlines three primary goals for the collaboration:

• Market Entry: Jointly introducing the ATEMM platform for military applications in India.
• Localisation: Aligning with the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives through local production and technology transfer.
• Global Integration: Integrating Belrise into Plasan’s global supply chain to enable the production of Plasan’s systems in India for international markets.

Swastid Badve, Chief of Staff, Belrise Industries, said, "This partnership agreement represents a significant milestone in our journey to bring world-class defence technologies to India. By combining Belrise’s manufacturing capabilities with Plasan’s innovation, we are confident in delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of the Indian Armed Forces."

Gilad Ariav, VP Marketing & Business Development, Plasan Sasa, said, "We are proud to partner with Belrise Industries, a company that shares our vision for innovation and excellence. Together, we will not only serve India’s defence requirements but also strengthen our global supply chain with cost-effective production from India."

The partnership combines Plasan’s experience in survivability and automotive engineering with Belrise’s manufacturing infrastructure in India to support long-term defence programmes.”

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Jaya Hind Industries (JHI), part of the Dr Abhay Firodia Group, held a groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Kottaiyur Village, Thiruvallur District.

The project involves an investment of approximately INR 2 billion towards increasing capacity and integrate manufacturing processes for high pressure die casting and components for internal combustion engines, electric vehicles and structural castings.

The expansion includes a new shed covering 13,000 square metres, and once complete, the facility will have a manufacturing capacity of 20,000 tonnes per year.

The facility is designed to provide end-to-end process control. Jaya Hind Industries will include the following in-house operations: machining and honing, powder coating, heat treatment and impregnation.

These additions allow the plant to function as an integrated unit. The expansion follows the utilisation of existing capacity due to orders from domestic and export customers. The Chennai plant supports clients including Cummins (USA), Generac (USA), TVS Motor Company and manufacturers of EV modules.

Prasan Firodia, Managing Director of Jaya Hind Industries, said, “This expansion marks a significant milestone in Jaya Hind Industries’ growth journey. With strong order momentum across domestic and export markets, the Chennai facility will play a pivotal role in augmenting our die-casting capacity while deepening our vertical integration. By investing in advanced HPDC & machining capabilities and critical in-house processes, we are strengthening our ability to deliver high-quality, complex aluminium solutions with greater control, consistency, and speed. This project also reinforces our commitment to building globally competitive manufacturing capabilities in India in line with the Make in India vision.”

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