UST and T-Works sign MoU to accelerate Industry 4.0 solutions for manufacturing, semiconductor and automotive sectors
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UST’s partnership with India’s largest prototyping centre to deliver turnkey solutions in Automotive AI, industrial IoT and Semiconductor testing
Collaboration to cut R&D costs by up to 40% for startups and enterprises in manufacturing and automotive sectors
MoU to accelerate innovation and cost-effective product development for startups, MSME and enterprises
UST, a leading digital transformation solutions company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with T-Works, India’s largest prototyping centre, established by the Government of Telangana, to accelerate product innovation in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. UST will serve as the systems integrator, offering end-to-end solutions and providing a launch pad for T-Works startups to scale up, specifically in areas such as Automotive AI platforms, Semiconductor ATE frameworks, and Smart Factory integration.
This partnership further combines UST’s digital, AI, and systems integration capabilities with T-Works’ prototyping infrastructure and strong startup ecosystem. By blending UST’s IoT-driven digital prototyping capabilities with T-Works’ physical manufacturing strengths, customers in the automotive, semiconductor and manufacturing sectors are expected to benefit from up to 45% faster hardware-to-digital integration. Shared-risk innovation models and joint IP ownership will enable an estimated 40% reduction in R&D costs, making advanced prototyping and digital transformation accessible to startups, MSMEs, and large enterprises. In addition, UST’s customers will gain a first mover advantage through priority access to AI-optimised CNC workflows, early GaN power device prototypes, and subsidised use of UST’s semiconductor design libraries.
The MoU was formally exchanged at UST’s Thiruvananthapuram campus in the presence of Alexander Varghese, Chief Operating Officer, UST, and Joginder Tanikella, CEO, T-Works. Sahaj R Sandhu from T Works, Shilpa Menon, UST Thiruvananthapuram Centre Head; Bhavesh Sasirajan, Ashok G Nair & Deepti Sujatha, Roshni Das K, from UST were present at the ceremony.
Speaking about the MoU, Alexander Varghese, Chief Operating Officer, UST, said, “We are pleased to partner with T-Works in a collaboration that brings together UST’s deep expertise in systems integration and T-Works’ advanced prototyping capabilities. By bringing together physical manufacturing capabilities and digital simulation models, we’re creating a powerful ‘phygital’ innovation platform. This partnership not only drives faster and more cost-effective product development but also empowers startups and enterprises to scale breakthrough ideas into market-ready solutions. Together, we are building a robust innovation ecosystem designed to help clients and partners stay ahead in an increasingly dynamic and competitive landscape.”
Joginder Tanikella, Chief Executive Officer, T-works, said, “We are excited to collaborate with UST in a pivotal step towards accelerating India’s manufacturing and product development capabilities. By combining UST’s expertise in AI and digital engineering with our advanced prototyping infrastructure, this partnership is a catalytic moment for innovation in India’s manufacturing and automotive sector. Startups within the T-Works ecosystem will also benefit from direct access to UST’s global customer base, significantly expanding their market reach.”
As a part of this MoU, UST is set to deploy its resources at T-Works’ state-of-the-art prototyping facility, providing its teams with hands-on experience across various stages of product development. It also includes joint development and commercialisation of new IP, such as 5G-enabled industrial IoT modules, and the incubation of Industry 4.0 solutions through UST-powered accelerator for automotive suppliers.
About UST
Since 1999, UST has worked side by side with the world's best companies to make a powerful impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people, and led by our purpose, we partner with our clients from design to operation. Our digital solutions, proprietary platforms, engineering, R&D, products, and innovation ecosystem turn core challenges into impactful, disruptive solutions. With deep industry knowledge and a future-ready mindset, we infuse expertise, innovation, and agility into our clients' organisations—delivering measurable value and positive lasting change for them, their customers, and communities around the world. Together, with 30,000+ employees in 30+ countries, we build for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process. Visit us at www.UST.com
About T-Works
T-Works is India's largest prototyping centre and Manufacturing Knowledge Partner, set up by the Government of Telangana to encourage Startups and MSMEs in various sectors such as Electronics, Aerospace, Defence, Agriculture, Health, Environment and Textiles. T-Works was established as a not-for-profit state government company under section 8 of the Companies Act 2013 in 2018 and as a manufacturing incubator, T-Works support rural and urban entrepreneurs, from all sections of society, to bring their ideas to life by creating physical prototypes and designs for manufacturing as well as facilitating them with manufacturing education/skilling, product manufacturing, MSME schemes and market access.
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