Through T-Hub’s T-Connect platform, DENSO will collaborate with a curated network of India’s most innovative automotive startups.
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DENSO, a global leader in automotive technology from Japan, and T-Hub, India’s leading startup incubator, have announced a new partnership. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the collaboration was signed in the presence of key representatives from both organisations, including Duddilla Sridhar Babu, Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Industry & Commerce; and Sujit Jagirdar, CEO of T-Hub. The partnership aims to leverage DENSO’s expertise and T-Hub’s network of startups to drive innovation in India’s rapidly growing automotive market. T-Hub’s T-Connect platform
Through T-Hub’s T-Connect platform, DENSO will collaborate with a curated network of India’s most innovative automotive startups. The collaboration will focus on generating ideas, addressing complex challenges, and seeking solutions aligned with DENSO’s vision for next-generation automotive technologies. DENSO will also participate in T-Hub’s mentorship programs, providing insights into global industry trends.
“Telangana is swiftly emerging as a key player in India’s automotive industry, backed by substantial investments and a robust, innovation-driven ecosystem. The state boasts a strong presence of automotive design, semiconductor, and sensor engineering companies, which are vital for fostering the growth of the automotive industry. With companies like Mahindra and Mahindra, Bharat Forge, Exide, and Amara Raja Batteries establishing advanced manufacturing facilities, we are transforming Telangana into a hub for both traditional automotive components and cutting-edge electric vehicle technologies. DENSO’s recent partnership with T-Hub stands as a significant milestone in this journey, reaffirming Telangana’s commitment to becoming a leading center for automotive and sustainable technology innovation.”
What does it indicate?
DENSO’s collaboration with T-Hub aims to position Telangana at the forefront of India’s automotive growth. The partnership will involve DENSO in addressing social issues, participating in CXO Roundtables, and engaging in panel discussions with industry leaders. DENSO will also sponsor T-Hub-led hackathons and innovation challenges focused on automotive technologies.
“T-Hub is proud to welcome DENSO as a partner, marking another step in our journey to build a world-class automotive innovation hub in Telangana. This partnership highlights the state’s capability to attract and support global automotive leaders, providing a platform for them to co-create impactful solutions with local startups that cater to India’s unique automotive landscape.”
DENSO’s participation in T-Hub’s events, including fireside chats and AMA sessions, aims to foster knowledge exchange within India’s startup ecosystem. The partnership seeks to combine DENSO’s global expertise with local insights to develop advanced, sustainable mobility solutions for India’s evolving automotive industry.
“DENSO is honoured to partner with T-Hub in this strategic collaboration, highlighting our commitment to advancing innovation and nurturing local talent in India’s automotive ecosystem. Through T-Hub’s T-Connect platform, we look forward to engaging with startups aligned with our vision for a sustainable and intelligent future in mobility. Our support will include access to R&D resources and technical expertise, empowering these startups to scale successfully. We are excited to sponsor T-Hub’s hackathons and innovation challenges, focusing on crucial areas such as Artificial Intelligence, ADAS, Electrification, and V2X communication,” stated the company.
