Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd.

Sona BLW Precision Forgings (Sona Comstar) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NMICPS Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation Foundation at IIT Hyderabad (TIHAN-IITH) at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, USA. The MoU will enable Sona Comstar and TIHAN-IITH to cooperate, synergise strengths and support each other in the areas of 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.

Sona BLW Precision Forgings is one of the leading automotive technology companies in India. It is primarily engaged in designing, manufacturing, and supplying high-quality mission-critical automotive components such as differential assemblies, gears, conventional and micro-hybrid starter motors, etc.