ZF Group has taken a prominent position at Prawaas 5.0, India’s premier multimodal transport exhibition, currently underway in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The event, hosted by the Bus and Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI), runs from 9 to 11 July 2026 at the Helipad Exhibition Centre, gathering industry leaders, government officials and technology providers to deliberate on the future of mobility.

ZF Group is presenting an extensive array of Original Equipment and Aftermarket solutions aimed at accelerating India's shift towards safer roads and cleaner commercial transportation. The company's exhibit spans electrification, braking systems, chassis engineering, advanced safety features and digital connectivity, underscoring its strategic intent to equip the Indian market with innovations that enhance performance and environmental sustainability.

A standout feature is the AxTrax 2, an integrated electric axle for light and medium-duty buses that consolidates the electric motor, inverter, electronic control unit and transmission into a compact housing. This system delivers high efficiency and power output, making it suitable for battery-electric, fuel-cell and trolley bus applications, thereby facilitating local zero-emission public transport.

Complementing this is the RL82A front axle system for city buses, featuring a low-floor design with a wide centre aisle and steering angles up to 55 degrees for improved manoeuvrability in congested settings. The system also incorporates low-maintenance construction and internally ventilated disc brakes, enhancing passenger comfort and active safety in demanding urban environments.

Additional offerings include Door Control Solutions with clamping protection and emergency functions, along with advanced driver assistance systems, electronic braking and stability controls, tyre pressure monitoring and connected technologies like Bus Connect. The Aftermarket division presents fleet-oriented products including 360-degree camera systems, brake components and maintenance essentials to ensure vehicle uptime and lifecycle reliability.

ZF Group India’s leadership is also contributing to industry conversations – Paramjit Singh Chadha, Senior Vice President, ZF Group, will be a lead panellist at the session ‘Electrifying School Bus Transport for a Cleaner Future’, held on 10 July. Through its comprehensive presence at Prawaas 5.0, ZF is reinforcing its dedication to India’s public transport evolution, showcasing safer, cleaner and more connected mobility solutions at Booth 12 A6C.

Akash Passey, President, ZF Group India, said, "India's public transport ecosystem is undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by rapid urbanisation, sustainability goals and an increasing focus on road safety and operational efficiency. At ZF, we are enabling this transition by bringing together globally proven technologies and local engineering expertise to support our customers across every stage of their mobility journey. Our participation at Prawaas 5.0 reflects our commitment to delivering integrated solutions that not only address today's transportation challenges but also lay the foundation for a connected, electrified and software-driven future for commercial vehicles in India."

Paramjit Singh Chadha, Senior Vice President, ZF CVS India,  said, "The future of bus mobility will be defined by intelligent systems that seamlessly integrate safety, electrification, connectivity and vehicle control. At ZF, we are developing scalable technologies that help OEMs and fleet operators improve vehicle performance, passenger safety, operational uptime and total cost of ownership while preparing for the next generation of commercial vehicles. Through our comprehensive portfolio showcased at Prawaas 5.0, we continue to support India's transition towards smarter and more sustainable public transportation."

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Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Corporation has announced the appointment of Cedric Ratinaud as the new Global Head of Brand, Nissan.

Ratinaud previously served as the Director of Creative and Campaigns for Global Communications at Nissan Motor Corporation, a role he held from April 2024. Prior to that position, he worked as General Manager of INFINITI Global Communications. His background includes two decades in the automotive sector across communications, marketing communications, and brand management roles.

His career at Nissan spans operations across Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Most recently, he served as General Manager of Brand, Marketing, and Communications for Nissan Motor Asia Pacific, operating out of Thailand.

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TVS Supply Chain Solutions has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Japan-based Sankyu Inc. to collaborate across supply chain and engineering services.

As part of the agreement, Sankyu intends to acquire a 0.5 percent equity stake in TVS Supply Chain Solutions, subject to regulatory approvals.

The partnership combines TVS Supply Chain Solutions' logistics network in India with Sankyu's engineering capabilities and corporate connections in Japan. Initial operations will focus on serving manufacturing and industrial clients in India, where over 1,400 Japanese companies operate.

Future plans include expanding joint operations into regions across Asia, the Middle East, Africa and additional international markets where both firms hold established infrastructure.

To manage operations under the agreement, the companies will form a joint steering committee with representatives from both organisations to identify operational opportunities and oversee joint initiatives.

R. Dinesh, Chairman, TVS Supply Chain Solutions, said, “This partnership represents an important step in our strategy to strengthen our capabilities and create greater value for customers. Sankyu's engineering expertise and deep relationships across the Japanese industrial ecosystem complement TVS Supply Chain Solutions' integrated supply chain capabilities, strong customer relationships and market presence. We share a strong commitment to long-term value creation, and together we are well positioned to deliver more comprehensive solutions, support the evolving needs of manufacturing and industrial customers, and unlock new growth opportunities across India and other strategic markets.”

Kimihiro Nakamura, President and CEO, Sankyu Inc, said, "Since our inception in 1918, Sankyu has been dedicated to supporting the progress of the manufacturing sector, underpinned by our core philosophy of valuing our people. We are profoundly honoured to enter into this partnership with TVS SCS, an organisation that shares our philosophy and commitment to the highest ethical standards. Our two companies possess a strong strategic alignment, and by integrating and complementing our respective strengths, we look forward to achieving collective growth in the global market and contributing to sustainable industrial development."

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Vietnamese automotive company VinFast has expanded the role of its India Chief Executive Officer, Tapan Ghosh, to oversee operations in Indonesia, uniting the company's management structure across both regional markets.

Interestingly, Ghosh becomes Chief Executive Officer for VinFast Operations across both countries, making him the first executive from India to manage multiple markets for the Vietnamese company.

Since joining the Vietnamese brand in 2025 from Hyundai Motor India, Ghosh has managed local manufacturing setups, dealership distribution expansion and product strategies. His new responsibilities will include overseeing the development of a complete knock-down (CKD) assembly operation in Indonesia.

The dual-country manufacturing and distribution setup establishes operational hubs for VinFast across South Asia and Southeast Asia, supporting its strategy to expand production beyond Vietnam.

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Chinese automotive major Geely Automobile Holdings has announced changes to its board of directors and executive leadership structure, effective 18 August 2026, as part of its succession planning framework.

Li Shu Fu has resigned as Chairman of the Board and Executive Director to focus on other business commitments. He has accepted an appointment as Honorary Chairman for Life, a role outside the formal corporate governance structure. Li remains a controlling shareholder of the company and confirmed that he has no disagreement with the board regarding his departure.

On the other hand, Executive Director An Cong Hui has been appointed Chairman of the Board. The board cited An's operational experience within the group and strategic alignment with the controlling shareholder entity as factors supporting the appointment. Independent non-executive directors will continue to oversee potential conflict management protocols under Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing rules.

Further board adjustments include the resignation of Li Dong Hui, Daniel, from the role of Vice-Chairman. He retains his seat as an Executive Director. Gui Sheng Yue has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer and assumed the role of Vice Chairman while remaining an Executive Director.

Following Gui's transition, Executive Director Gan Jia Yue has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Gan assumes responsibility for managing the group's operational activities and executing long-term business objectives.

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