Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group, has introduced India’s first range of air suspension trucks, expanding its heavy-duty commercial vehicle portfolio with three new AVTR models designed to deliver higher payload capacity, improved ride comfort and greater operating efficiency. The new range reinforces the company’s commitment to innovation while helping fleet operators improve productivity, profitability and overall transport efficiency. The newly launched lineup includes the AVTR 4925 10×2 MAV, India’s first 49-tonne truck with air suspension, offering a payload advantage of 1.5 tonnes; the AVTR 4625 10×2 MAV, India’s first 46-tonne air suspension truck with a payload…
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Festo India has inaugurated its first Automation Experience Centre (FEC) in Noida, establishing a dedicated hub for factory automation, smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, innovation, collaboration, skills development, and hands-on technology exploration. The new facility marks a significant step in Festo’s expansion across Northern India’s fast-growing manufacturing corridor, where industries are increasingly investing in automation, digitalization, and Industry 4.0 solutions to improve competitiveness and productivity. The Festo Experience Centre in Noida, located in Block A, Phase-2, is designed to help manufacturers, OEMs, system integrators, and educational institutions experience automation technologies in a practical environment. Visitors can explore live demonstrations and application-driven…
TVS Motor Company, part of TVS VENU has achieved its highest-ever quarterly sales in the first quarter of FY2026-27, with total sales reaching 16.31 lakh units. The company’s two-wheeler sales grew 27% year-on-year to 15.64 lakh units, up from 12.32 lakh units in the corresponding quarter of FY 2025-26. Three-wheeler sales increased 48% to 0.67 lakh units, compared with 0.45 lakh units in the same period last year. Meanwhile, TVS Motor’s international business continued its strong momentum, recording a 33% growth with sales of 4.68 lakh units, up from 3.52 lakh units in the first quarter of FY 2025-26. Sales…
ABB has officially completed its acquisition of Specialtrasfo S.p.A., an Italian manufacturer specializing in medium voltage transformers for industrial applications. The move strengthens ABB’s electrification portfolio by adding advanced converter and rectifier transformer capabilities, helping the company meet growing global demand for reliable power conversion technologies. The acquisition includes three manufacturing facilities in Italy and a workforce of more than 130 employees. Specialtrasfo generated approximately €80 million in revenue during 2025, with nearly half of that business already linked to ABB through integrated customer solutions. Financial details of the transaction have not been disclosed. Demand for electricity continues to rise…
Optical Gaging Products (OGP) has introduced the StarLite S1, a new semi-automatic 3-axis video measurement system designed to help manufacturers perform fast, accurate and repeatable dimensional inspections. Built for industrial quality control and precision manufacturing, the compact system combines advanced optical metrology with user-friendly operation, making it an ideal solution for shop floors, inspection departments and metrology laboratories. The StarLite S1 features a compact workbench-style design with manual X, Y and Z stage movement paired with fully automatic video measurement capabilities. At the heart of the system is OGP’s new IntelliCentric-S Optical System, which integrates fixed-lens optics with VIRTUAL ZOOM…
Serentica Renewables has reached a significant milestone by commissioning 3 GW of renewable energy capacity across India, reinforcing its position as one of the country’s rapidly growing renewable independent power producers. The achievement comes just 26 months after the company commissioned its first renewable energy project, highlighting the pace of its expansion in India’s evolving clean energy sector. The commissioned portfolio includes a balanced mix of solar and wind energy assets spread across key renewable energy states. More than 500 MW of wind projects have been commissioned in Maharashtra and Karnataka, supplying clean electricity to commercial and industrial consumers while…
Strengthening its focus on India’s fast-growing semiconductor industry, FUJIFILM India has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat State Electronics Mission (GSEM) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of Gujarat. The agreement was signed during the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Vadodara and marks a significant step in evaluating opportunities to manufacture advanced semiconductor materials in India. The partnership reflects FUJIFILM India’s long-term commitment to supporting the country’s ambition of becoming a global semiconductor and electronics manufacturing destination. By exploring local production capabilities, the company aims to contribute to the development of a stronger…
Keysight Technologies, Inc. and WIN Semiconductors Corp. have announced a strategic collaboration to simplify the design and verification of high-frequency RF components by introducing a unified MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) design workflow. The solution is designed to help GaN MMIC developers improve first-pass tapeout success while reducing costly design iterations. The integrated workflow brings together on-chip multi-domain simulation, 3D layout verification, and off-chip MMIC evaluation board design within a single design environment. By connecting these traditionally separate stages, the solution aims to reduce design complexity and improve engineering efficiency for companies developing gallium nitride (GaN)-based MMICs for applications such…
RR Kabel, India’s leading consumer electrical company, has been featured in the prestigious 2025 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500, a list of India’s 500 most valuable companies compiled by Burgundy Private, Axis Bank’s Private Banking Business, in partnership with Hurun India. The annual list recognizes businesses that have played a significant role in shaping India’s economic landscape through scale, performance, and value creation. Ranked based on market capitalization for listed companies and valuations for non-listed companies, it is regarded as a reflection of corporate strength, sustained growth, and long-term business success. Also Read: https://webnewsaddiction.com/taril-pgcil-power-transformer-order/ Commenting on the recognition, Mr. Rajesh…
Transformers & Rectifiers (India) Ltd. (TARIL) has announced the receipt of an order valued at ₹1,000+ crore from Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for the manufacturing and supply of power transformers across multiple ratings. The order has been awarded by PGCIL as part of its procurement requirements and will be executed in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the purchase order. Key Highlights Order value: ₹1,000+ crores Customer: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) Scope: Manufacturing and supply of power transformers across multiple ratings Nature of order: Domestic Execution period: As specified in the purchase…
Oman is set to significantly strengthen its electricity generation capacity as the country continues to invest in reliable and efficient power infrastructure to meet rising energy demand. Supporting this effort, Siemens Energy will supply advanced power generation technology and long-term service solutions for two major independent power projects (IPPs) that are expected to increase the Sultanate’s electricity production by nearly 20%. According to an official announcement by Siemens Energy, the projects, located at Misfah and Duqm, will add approximately 2.6 gigawatts (GW) of new generating capacity to Oman’s national grid. Once operational, the facilities are expected to provide electricity to…
Amber Group has announced a significant expansion of its manufacturing footprint with the groundbreaking of two advanced production facilities at the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YIEDA) in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh. The new investments are aimed at strengthening India’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem and increasing domestic production of critical components and consumer durables under the Government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, and several senior government officials, Members of Parliament, and industry leaders, highlighting the strategic importance of the projects…