Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) to foster technology and digital transformation within the automotive and heavy engineering sectors.

This collaboration is set to harness state-of-the-art digital twin technology, data-driven design, and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered engineering solutions to help propel innovation and promote sustainability. Within the collaboration, both organizations will work together to enhance digital transformation and product development.

“We are excited to partner with ARAI, an esteemed institution in the automotive industry,” said Stephanie Buckner, Global Chief Operating Officer, Altair. “Together, we aim to drive the adoption of AI-driven engineering and data analytics, facilitating digital transformation and enhancing the capabilities of the automotive and heavy engineering sectors.”

“This MoU signifies a major step forward in our mission to integrate cutting-edge technologies in our R&D processes,” said Reji Mathai, director, ARAI. “Altair’s expertise will allow us to deliver more sustainable solutions and position ARAI as a leader in automotive innovation.”

Known for its comprehensive automotive testing and certification capabilities, ARAI will integrate Altair’s advanced simulation and data analytics tools into its consulting services. This will enable the exploration of new use cases in electrification, connectivity, and energy management. 

About Altair

Altair is a global leader in computational intelligence that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics, and AI. Altair enables organizations across all industries to compete more effectively and drive smarter decisions in an increasingly connected world – all while creating a greener, more sustainable future. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com. 

About ARAI:

ARAI is a co-operative industrial research association of the automotive industry with the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India. It works in harmony and completes confidence with its members, customers and the Government of India to offer the finest services.  ARAI has been playing crucial roles assuring safe, less polluting and more efficient vehicles. ARAI provides technical expertise in R&D, testing, certification, homologation and framing of vehicular regulations. ARAI is well-equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructural facilities and highly qualified and trained manpower is its main strength. www.araiindia.com