{
  "id": 13951322,
  "title": "Thyssenkrupp establishes Pune centre for automotive software development",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/thyssenkrupp-establishes-pune-centre-for-automotive-software",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-12T10:57:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Arabian Post",
    "slug": "arabian-post",
    "url": "https://thearabianpost.com/thyssenkrupp-establishes-pune-centre-for-automotive-software-development/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology has unveiled a new engineering centre in Pune, reinforcing its global research network for vehicle software, electronic systems and advanced chassis technology. Inaugurated on October 8th, the facility currently employs over 120 engineers and aims to grow its workforce to more than 300 in the coming years, though the exact timeline and investment amount remain undisclosed. The Pune team focuses on software, hardware, systems engineering and mechanical development for international clients, handling tasks such as embedded software, functional safety, cybersecurity and next-generation steering and chassis technologies. They collaborate with Thyssenkrupp's development teams worldwide, rather than focusing solely on domestic market projects. This centre is an integral part of the company's global research and development organisation. Viktor Molnar, chief operating officer of Thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology, emphasized the growing importance of software, electronics and cross-country collaboration in the automotive sector. The expansion addresses the shift in vehicle engineering, where software now controls functions previously managed by mechanical components, necessitating the coordination of electronic hardware, embedded code and physical components under stringent safety and security conditions. Functional safety and cybersecurity engineering are crucial for developing more digitally controlled automotive systems. Engineers at the Pune site will contribute to customer programs at various development stages, from systems design and integration. While the company has not disclosed specific contracts or individual vehicle manufacturers, it highlighted Pune's established automotive sector, universities, engineering businesses and software specialists as key factors in its choice of location. Initially, recruitment will focus on software, hardware and mechanical engineering, with additional capabilities added based on technical requirements and customer demand. The company also aims to collaborate with local universities and the engineering community. This move positions engineering functions and potential customer engagement in Pune, though the sales organization's setup remains separate. Thyssenkrupp's expansion in India includes strengthening sourcing operations and establishing a sales team to forge local partnerships, with manufacturing capabilities contingent on securing appropriate projects. The company announced the Pune engineering centre in 2025, with operations gradually established before the formal opening.",
  "summary": "Thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology has inaugurated an engineering centre in Pune, expanding its international research network for vehicle software, electronic systems and advanced chassis technology. The German automotive supplier said the facility, formally inaugurated on 8 October, already employs more than 120 engineers and is expected to increase its workforce to more than 300 over the…",
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}