Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd. (Sona Comstar), a global leader in mobility technology solutions, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the NMICPS Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation Foundation at IIT Hyderabad (TIHAN-IITH) during CES 2025 in Las Vegas, USA. The partnership aims to foster collaboration in Connected, Autonomous, and Electric technologies for AGVs, Drones, and EVTOLs.
The mobility space in India is poised for the launch of market-appropriate Autonomous technologies in personal transportation, Drones, eVTOL, and AGVs. Capability and Control over the entire Software Value Chain are critical for long-term success. This mandates proven domain expertise and a partner with a deep Industrialisation legacy.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing groundbreaking research and development (R&D) in autonomous vehicle technologies. With TiHAN-IITH’s expertise in autonomous navigation and Sona Comstar’s leadership in mobility technology and world-class manufacturing, this partnership will enhance innovation and facilitate a faster transition to future mobility applications.
Mr Vivek Vikram Singh, MD and Group CEO of Sona Comstar, said, “We are delighted to collaborate with TiHAN-IITH to develop advanced technologies for AGVs, Drones, and EVTOLs. The partnership aligns with our vision statement as we expand into the broader mobility sector and is consistent with our view that the future of mobility will be EPIC.”
