In a noteworthy effort to connect industry and academia, the Department of Mechanical Engineering at SGT University's Faculty of Engineering and Technology has established a pioneering partnership with Forvia Hella, a global leader in automotive technology. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on September 5, 2024, heralding a new chapter in automotive engineering education.
Forvia Hella, the seventh-largest automotive technology supplier in the world, has pledged to create a cutting-edge automotive lab at SGT University. This initiative, supported by Forvia Hella’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, seeks to improve research capabilities and promote innovation among students and faculty.
Prof. (Dr.) Joginder Yadav, Registrar of SGT University, sharing his excitement on this new collaboration, said, “We are very happy to partner with Forvia Hella and are looking forward to a new era of research and innovation opportunities for our students. Forvia Hella is a global leader in automotive technology and this partnership will give our faculty and students a chance to upskill and match synergies with industry leaders. This is a pioneering step towards innovative engineering education in India.”
Dr. Naveen Gautam, Managing Director of Forvia Hella, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “This collaboration represents a fusion of academic excellence and industrial innovation. Our investment in an advanced lab facility demonstrates our belief in the power of hands-on learning. We’re not just signing an MOU; we’re investing in the future of automotive engineering education in India”.
By merging SGT University’s academic rigor with Forvia Hella’s industry expertise, this collaboration intends to advance the future of automotive engineering and equip students for the changing needs of the industry. This initiative aligns with the increasing focus on industry-academia partnerships in India, positioning SGT University as a leader in innovative engineering education.
