Visteon Corporation, a global leader in automotive cockpit electronics and connected car solutions, has launched a new Global Capability Center (GCC) in Kolkata, India, set to begin operations in January 2025. This expansion reflects Visteon’s commitment to tapping into India’s growing role in automotive technology development.
The inauguration was attended by Visteon’s India and global leadership, including President and CEO Sachin Lawande. Kolkata’s thriving talent pool and proximity to top engineering colleges make it an ideal location for advanced software and technology development.
Initially, the center will accommodate 300 engineers by the end of 2026, with plans to expand to 500+ engineers in the next 2-3 years. Specializing in Android-based infotainment, autonomous vehicle solutions, cybersecurity, multimedia, remote projection, and cloud technologies, the center will serve as a Center of Excellence (COE) focusing on Android-based infotainment and cockpit software development.
“India has been central to our strategy for over 20 years, with over 2,000 of our people driving automotive innovation. The new Kolkata center strengthens our focus on Android-based automotive solutions and expands our fastest-growing product portfolio. At Visteon we meet the talent where it’s at, and we’re glad to strengthen our team with Kolkata’s engineering expertise and collaborate with the city’s top universities to support the evolving needs of automakers worldwide,” Sachin Lawande, President and CEO of Visteon shared.
The Kolkata center is designed as a USGBC LEED Platinum-certified facility, featuring solar panels and water recycling systems to promote energy efficiency and sustainability. It reflects Visteon’s commitment to not just innovation but also environmental stewardship.
India is a significant contributor to Visteon’s global operations, with advanced technical centres in Chennai, Goa, Bangalore, Pune, Trivandrum, and Coimbatore, and a robust network of technical and manufacturing teams driving innovations for global automakers. Over the past year, India teams have delivered cutting-edge solutions in connected car technology, solidifying the country’s position as a pivotal innovation hub. To sustain a steady pipeline of skilled talent, Visteon is strengthening its early career programs and establishing partnerships with leading universities across the region.
