Author: kaushal dighavkar

Schmitz Cargobull AG, Europe’s leading manufacturer of semi-trailers, has announced a strategic investment in Sub Zero Insulation Technologies (SZIT), one of India’s top producers of refrigerated and dry freight truck bodies. Under the agreement, Schmitz Cargobull will acquire a 27.5% equity stake in SZIT, with an option to increase its shareholding over the coming years. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Schmitz Cargobull’s global expansion strategy and strengthens its presence in the rapidly growing Indian cold chain logistics market. “India’s cold chain sector is evolving rapidly, and Sub Zero has demonstrated strong potential to lead this transformation. By combining…

Kennametal India Limited will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of high-performance wear-resistant solutions tailored for the downstream sector of oil and gas operations at the Refinery & Petrochemical Technology Forum (RPTF) 2025, taking place 19–20 August at Hotel Crowne Plaza, Mayur Vihar, New Delhi, India. At the event, visitors to the Kennametal booth will discover a wide range of engineered solutions designed to extend the life of mission-critical components in high-wear environments. The portfolio includes: These engineered coatings, applied as cladding to customer-supplied components, along with advanced tungsten carbide systems, offer proven protection against erosion, abrasion, corrosion and extreme temperatures. The…

BorgWarner, a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, has secured contracts with two major, global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to supply high-voltage coolant heater (HVCH) technology for plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) platforms. One of the wins marks BorgWarner’s first eHeater for a hybrid program with the respective legacy automaker, expanding its existing business. The 400V technology is planned to be used across the OEMs’ PHEV platforms, with production expected to begin in 2028. Additionally, a second 800V HVCH contract with a different global OEM builds on BorgWarner’s long-standing partnership with the company, expanding the technology’s…

The CERATIZIT Group, a high-technology engineering group specializing in cutting tools and hard material solutions, has announced the expansion of its manufacturing facilities in Uluberia, West Bengal, and Bommasandra in Bengaluru, Karnataka. These groundbreaking projects mark a significant step in CERATIZIT’s strategy for growth in India, highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment to the country as a key market and manufacturing center. By increasing capacity at both locations, CERATIZIT aims to meet the rising demand for cutting tool solutions. Strengthening Local Manufacturing and Innovation in India The expansions of the Uluberia and Bommasandra sites reflect the Group’s confidence in the capabilities…

The high-performance luxury coupé features cutting-edge technology, track- bred engineering, and combines the agility and sportiness of the C-Class with the space and status of the E-Class “The Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé completely redefines the luxury performance category, further strengthening our top-end luxury offering. This stunning performance coupé delivers the perfect balance of driving performance, an unmatched executive presence and an unrivalled sense of occasion. With eight launches in 2025, our top-end luxury vehicle strategy has been very successful, garnering immense customer response and elevating the desirability of Mercedes-Benz in the market.” Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz…

Strengthening Presence in Asia: Direct Access to High-Tech Markets and Local Customers. FAULHABER continues its path of international growth by strengthening its market presence in Asia with a new sales office in India. On August 8, 2025, the office in Pune has officially opened its doors. The site will be managed by Regional Sales Manager Sachin Kurlekar, who will oversee the Indian market together with a local team. Strategically, the location is integrated into the Asia-Pacific sales region under the leadership of Managing Director Vester Tan. With this new office, FAULHABER establishes a local presence to directly address the growing…

Trained on over 600 million minutes of sales conversations to drive conversions, reduce acquisition costs and scale customer engagement across industries SquadStack, a pioneer in AI-powered sales execution, today announced the launch of the world’s first fully autonomous Humanoid AI Agent Stack for consumer sales. Purpose-built for scale and speed as a voice-first platform, it manages high-velocity sales workflows end-to-end across sectors including lending, brokerage, education, insurance, ecommerce, logistics, travel and consumer durables. The launch also marks SquadStack’s rebranding to squadstack.ai, underscoring its AI-first focus on delivering measurable business outcomes and addressing one of the most pressing challenges for consumer…

ProcMart, one of India’s leading B2B marketplaces for indirect procurement, has announced the appointment of Ashutosh Dhar as Chief Business Officer (CBO). With over two decades of cross-industry experience in supply chain transformation, procurement, distribution, and business strategy, Ashutosh will lead ProcMart’s next phase of growth, spearheading expansion into new geographies, strengthening client relationships, and scaling operational capabilities. Ashutosh brings a deep understanding of the end-to-end supply chain ecosystem, having held leadership roles across globally renowned organisations. As CBO at ProcMart, he will focus on crafting and executing a robust business expansion roadmap—unlocking new revenue channels, expanding key collaborations, and…

The 18th edition of Automation India Expo gets underway today at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Goregaon, Mumbai. Spread across Halls 2, 3, and 6, the expo runs until 14 August 2025, with daily operations from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (concluding at 5:00 PM on the final day). Recognised as Asia’s premier trade show for automation and instrumentation, this year’s theme, “Crafting a Resilient & Sustainable Future Through Automation,” spotlights innovation in AI, industrial robotics, IIoT, and eco-friendly smart manufacturing. Over 2,000 exhibitors are showcasing the latest advancements in Industry 4.0 technologies, drawing an anticipated 65,000+ industry professionals…

Lumax Auto Technologies Limited has extended the term of its Chief Executive Officer, Vikas Marwah, for an additional five years effective 1 November 2025, in alignment with regulatory compliance and corporate governance standards. Despite reaching the age of superannuation on 31 October 2025, the board has approved this extension to reinforce management stability and uphold strategic momentum. The official filing underscored that no additional disclosures were required, as the move constitutes a reappointment rather than a new appointment. This extension ensures continuity in leadership, supporting Lumax Auto Technologies’ ongoing expansion in the auto components sector and its efforts to pursue…