thyssenkrupp has opened a new technology centre in Hinjawadi, Pune, to drive technological innovation and establish India as a knowledge hub for digital excellence. The facility will focus on building capacities in data science, application software, embedded systems, and cloud computing. It will act as an innovation hub and deliver smart solutions for thyssenkrupp’s businesses, including steel, industrial components and systems, automotive components, plant engineering, and materials services.
Cetin Nazikkol, CEO, thyssenkrupp Asia Pacific Africa, emphasised the significance of India in the company’s digitalization and innovation initiatives. He acknowledged the important role that Pune’s highly skilled talent pool and thriving IT ecosystem will play in accelerating thyssenkrupp’s global digital transformation efforts.
According to Rohit Gupta, Head, Technology Centre India, thyssenkrupp, innovation and speed are essential for achieving robust growth in the digital age. The technology centre located in Pune will play a crucial role in driving innovation for the group, serving as a digital competence centre and leveraging the vast talent and expertise available within India’s digital ecosystem. This will enhance thyssenkrupp’s ability to accelerate new product development in both global and local markets by meeting the increasing demand for software engineering.