Synopsys, in association with 3D Engineering (an Ansys Elite Channel Partner), has inaugurated a new Design Center for Engineering Simulation at the MCCIA Electronic Cluster Foundation (MECF) in Pune.

The facility aims to accelerate access to advanced simulation technologies for MSMEs and be a catalyst for industrial R&D in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, industry-academia collaboration and student training.

The Design Center will enhance simulation-led innovation and adoption in electronic product design engineering for MSMEs in automotive, aerospace and defence, electronics and healthcare.

The facility will provide hands-on access to engineering tools in structural analysis, thermal modelling, electromagnetics and digital twin technologies. It is equipped with licensed Ansys (now part of Synopsys) simulation platforms and a high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure.

The MECF facility is one of the Common Facility Centers (CFCs) approved by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), valued at INR 710 million. MECF is promoted by the Mahratta Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture (MCCIA).

This initiative aligns with India's goals under 'Make in India' and 'Skill India' by enabling simulation-led R&D, accelerating time-to-market for local manufacturing innovations and building a talent pipeline trained in engineering challenges.

It will serve as a dual-purpose hub for skill development and industry consultancy, offering design, simulation services and hands-on training. It will also bridge the cost and resource gap for smaller enterprises by offering discounted access to design tools and expert support.

Mike Yeager, Area Vice-President, Synopsys, said, “Simulation is a foundation of modern engineering, and we believe in making these powerful tools accessible everywhere in India. Our collaboration with 3D Engineering and MECF, supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), will empower students, startups, and SMEs to leapfrog into next-generation design and innovation.”

Murali Pullela, Area Sales Director, Synopsys, said, “Our collaboration with MECF reflects the company's commitment to empower innovation from silicon-to-systems. By equipping the design center with advanced engineering tools, India’s electronics ecosystem can be strengthened, accelerating product development aligned with global standards.”

Shrikrishna Gadgil, CEO, MECF, said, “MECF helps the industry in their product development cycle from design to certification, which will support the electronics ecosystem in the region. Our vision is to make the region vibrant with innovation, fostering new products and technologies, and establishing it as a hub for futuristic products and a center of technology excellence. We’re committed to bringing world-class technology and infrastructure closer to grassroots engineering talent. For us, this Design Center by 3D Engineering with Synopsys, as the principal partner is not just an investment in infrastructure, but also an investment in people, capability-building, and future innovation.”

Ajay Deshkar, Managing Partner, 3D Engineering, said, “As a long-standing Ansys Channel Partner, we at 3D Engineering are proud to enable this ecosystem where cutting-edge simulation technology meets local ingenuity. This Design Center is a model for how industry partnerships can meaningfully drive regional innovation and contribute to India’s technological self-reliance.”

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Nvidia and Synopsys, Inc. have announced an expanded, strategic partnership to revolutionise design and engineering across industries. The collaboration aims to integrate Nvidia's AI and accelerated computing with Synopsys' engineering solutions to help research and development teams design, simulate and verify intelligent products with greater precision and speed.

Furthermore, Nvidia invested USD 2 billion in Synopsys common stock at a purchase price of USD 414.79 per share as part of the multi-year collaboration. The partnership is targeted at R&D teams across the semiconductor, aerospace, automotive and industrial sectors that face challenges including workflow complexity, development costs and time-to-market pressure.

Jensen Huang, Founder and CEO, Nvidia, said, “CUDA GPU-accelerated computing is revolutionising design – enabling simulation at unprecedented speed and scale, from atoms to transistors, from chips to complete systems, creating fully functional digital twins inside the computer. Our partnership with Synopsys harnesses the power of Nvidia accelerated computing and AI to reimagine engineering and design – empowering engineers to invent the extraordinary products that will shape our future.”

Sassine Ghazi, President and CEO, Synopsys, said, “The complexity and cost of developing next-generation intelligent systems demands engineering solutions with a deeper integration of electronics and physics, accelerated by AI capabilities and compute. No two companies are better positioned to deliver AI-powered, holistic system design solutions than Synopsys and Nvidia. Together we will re-engineer engineering and empower innovators everywhere to more efficiently realise their innovations.”

The multi-year partnership builds on existing collaborations and includes the following initiatives:

• Broad Application Acceleration: Synopsys will accelerate and optimise its portfolio of compute-intensive applications, spanning chip design, physical verification, molecular simulations, electromagnetic analysis and optical simulation, using Nvidia CUDA-X libraries and AI-Physics technologies.
• Agentic AI Engineering: The companies are integrating Synopsys AgentEngineer technology with the Nvidia Agentic AI technology stack – including Nvidia NIM microservices, Nvidia NeMo Agent Toolkit software, and Nvidia Nemotron models – to enable autonomous design capabilities for EDA and simulation and analysis workflows.
• Digital Twins: Collaboration will enable virtual design, testing and validation through the use of accurate digital twins for industries such as semiconductor, robotics, aerospace, and automotive. These solutions will utilise Nvidia Omniverse, Nvidia Cosmos and other technologies.
• Cloud-Ready Solutions: Synopsys and Nvidia plan to enable cloud access for GPU-accelerated engineering solutions.
• Go-to-Market Initiatives: The companies have agreed to develop joint go-to-market initiatives to reach engineering teams across multiple industries with both on-premise and cloud-ready solutions. This effort will utilise Synopsys' global network of sellers and channel partners.

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TrinamiX and Aumovio will demonstrate a non-invasive blood alcohol measurement solution for private and commercial vehicles at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. The technology is designed to enhance road safety and address regulatory demand for driver-monitoring systems. The system enables real-time measurement of blood alcohol concentration by touching a sensor with a fingertip.

The technology uses invisible near-infrared light that interacts with ethanol molecules present in the tissue under the skin. By analysing the reflection of this light, the system’s algorithms based on AI can derive the alcohol content in a person’s blood. The functionality and performance of this technology have been scientifically validated through a clinical study.

TrinamiX provides expertise in spectroscopy and optical sensing, while Aumovio offers know-how in vehicle system design and integration. The system can be configured to meet different market requirements and threshold levels.

The miniaturised NIR spectroscopy sensor offers convenience and features:

• Non-Invasive Convenience: Touch-based, eliminating the need for users to blow into a device.
• Real-Time Readings: Results are delivered in seconds to ensure operational efficiency.
• Seamless Integration in Vehicles: Compact and adaptable for various vehicle positions to encourage user acceptance.
• Automotive System Design and Integration: Provided through partnership with Aumovio.

Wilfried Hermes, Director Consumer Electronics & Automotive EU & NA, TrinamiX, said, “Our NIR spectroscopy technology offers a reliable, user-friendly way to measure blood alcohol levels, redefining driver safety standards. By providing OEMs with a vital tool to meet emerging safety regulations, we’re empowering a safer and more convenient future for all road users.”

Ulrich Luders, Director Strategy & Portfolio, User Experience business unit at Aumovio, said, "The integration of TrinamiX's NIR spectroscopy, for example into vehicle displays, enables innovative safety and health features directly in the car. With this we create new standards for comfort and safety and demonstrate how such technologies can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems."

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Delhi-NCR-headquartered electric vehicle maker Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has launched Swayamgati Cargo, which it claims is India’s first autonomous electric cargo three-wheeler.

Priced at an introductory INR 415,000, the EV brings self-driving technology to the logistics and industrial mobility sector, making autonomous operations accessible and scalable for Indian enterprises.

Swayamgati Cargo is based on the Swayamgati passenger autonomy platform and is purpose-built for campus logistics, industrial parks, airports, SEZs, manufacturing hubs, gated facilities, e-commerce fulfillment centres and smart cities. Bookings for Swayamgati Cargo open today, with deliveries beginning this quarter.

The new vehicle integrates OSM’s EV drivetrain with an AI-driven autonomy stack featuring Lidar, GPS, multi-sensor navigation, AI-based obstacle detection (up to 6 metres), geofenced route mapping and remote fleet management controls. The vehicle requires pre-mapped routes, customisable for each client’s operational environment.

With a payload capacity optimised for intra-campus logistics and a driving range of up to 120 km, the vehicle is designed to streamline repetitive cargo movement, reduce manual labour dependency and enhance operational efficiency in controlled zones. OSM aims to deploy 1,500 autonomous cargo and passenger units within the next 24 months.

Global industry estimates suggest autonomous logistics and low-speed autonomous mobility are expected to be among the fastest-growing segments in the USD 620 billion autonomous vehicle market projected for 2030.

Dr. Uday Narang, Founder & Chairman, Omega Seiki Mobility, said, “After the successful launch of Swayamgati for passenger applications, Swayamgati Cargo is our next major step toward building India’s autonomous mobility ecosystem. Industrial parks, manufacturing hubs, and logistics facilities today demand precision, efficiency, and 24/7 reliability. Autonomous cargo EVs are the future of structured logistics. With this launch, we are proving once again that advanced autonomy can be designed, engineered, and produced in India – at a cost that makes sense for businesses across the country.”

Vivek Dhawan, Chief Strategy Officer, Omega Seiki Mobility, said, “Swayamgati Cargo brings intelligent logistics to the ground level. From material handling to last-mile campus transport, this vehicle eliminates human error, cuts operating costs, and ensures predictable movement. Our vision is clear: to democratize autonomy for India’s industries. With strong demand coming from airports, factories, and tech campuses, we see Swayamgati Cargo becoming a critical part of India’s smart logistics infrastructure.”

The cargo variant is built on the same autonomy platform that recently completed a successful Phase 1 pilot on a 3 km route with multiple stops, real-time obstacle detection and seamless autonomous navigation. The cargo-focused configuration now begins deployment for structured logistics environments under Phase 2 commercial rollout.

Swayamgati Cargo is engineered specifically for India’s dynamic, high-density industrial and commercial traffic patterns. Its structure, intelligent navigation, and zero-emission drivetrain make it an ideal solution for industrial material movement, airport baggage and cargo handling, intra-campus goods distribution, warehousing and factory-to-factory transfer, e-commerce fulfillment centre mobility, and gated community and tech park logistics.

At present, Omega Seiki Mobility has two manufacturing facility in Faridabad and one in Chakan (Pune). The company’s international assembly plant in Dubai (Jafza) caters to markets across Asia and Africa. A nationwide network of over 200 dealerships and service centres ensures maintenance, spares availability and operational support.

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Exponent Energy, an energy-tech company based in Bengaluru, has opened its first Exponent Sales Point (ESP) Store in Laggere, Bengaluru. The outlet will showcase the full range of Exponent-enabled three-wheelers and serve as a destination for customers. The store will also operate as a retrofit touchpoint for converting existing CNG/LPG passenger three-wheelers into electric vehicles.

The store creates direct access for auto drivers to explore Exponent-enabled vehicles, experience 15-minute rapid charging, understand the retrofit process and take test drives. Drivers can drop off their CNG or LPG autos and pick up their EV retrofits within 24 hours. Exponent plans to add over 15 touchpoints across Bengaluru by the end of FY2026.

Exponent has launched 5 three-wheelers in partnership with OEMs such as Montra Electric (the Murugappa Group) and Kinetic Green. The store brings all Exponent-enabled models under one roof, allowing customers to explore and purchase with financing options and documentation. Every vehicle comes with a five-year warranty or 3,000 charging cycles. With zero to 100 percent 15-minute rapid charging and access to Exponent’s 70-plus charging points across Bengaluru, the company aims to make the shift to electric practical.

Ayush Bhargava, Head of Business, Exponent Energy, said, “Our first ESP store gives drivers a firsthand experience of the full Exponent ecosystem, from exploring our range of Exponent-enabled vehicles to seeing how existing vehicles can be upgraded. This is a buying experience auto drivers have never had before, combining clarity, choice and convenience under one roof. With this store, we are setting the foundation for a faster, more accessible EV transition and plan to replicate this model across more cities soon. When drivers see how easily they can switch to EVs at lower running costs, the shift becomes inevitable.”

In November 2025, Exponent Energy entered the EV retrofit business with its newly launched retrofit technology, Exponent Oto, capable of converting any CNG or LPG auto into an electric vehicle in just 24 hours. With zero down payment, flexible EMIs and an assured buyback after three years, Exponent makes the transition to electric simple. Exponent Oto allows drivers to save up to INR 5,000 every month, even after accounting for charging and EMI costs.

Exponent was co-founded in 2020 by ex-Ather executives Arun Vinayak and Sanjay Byalal. The company worked on its battery pack (e^pack), charging station (e^pump), and charging connector (e^plug) that together unlock a 15-minute rapid charge and give 3,000 cycle life warranty for EVs – all done on a range of lithium-ion cells.

The company has over 2,500 EVs powered by Exponent tech on the roads of India, 150-plus charging stations, over 1 million rapid charging sessions completed and over 50 million kilometres covered. The company has expanded to four new cities within two years.

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