TCS expands software-defined vehicle capabilities in Europe with new hubs
Tata Consultancy Services
(TCS) has announced the establishment of three new centres in Europe to strengthen its focus on
Software-Defined Vehicles
(SDVs). The company has opened two Automotive Delivery Centres in Germany — in Munich and Villingen-Schwenningen — and an Engineering Centre in Romania.
These facilities aim to support global automotive clients in developing and deploying software-based services across
autonomous driving
, infotainment, safety systems, and
connected vehicle technologies
. The Romanian engineering centre will focus on early-stage development and the design of
automotive software platforms
.
TCS stated that the strategic locations of the new centres will facilitate collaboration with European automotive manufacturers and offer nearshore delivery capabilities. Over 100 professionals are currently based at the new hubs and will work alongside a wider team of more than 2,000 SDV engineers across TCS's global network.
Strategic focus
Regu Ayyaswamy, Senior Vice President and Global Head, Internet of Things (IoT) and
Digital Engineering
, TCS, said, 'These new centres will position TCS at the forefront of
automotive innovation
, enabling us to deliver state-of-the-art solutions in autonomous driving and advanced cockpit systems. This expansion reaffirms our commitment to leading the transformation in the Software-Defined Vehicles space.'
Anupam Singhal, President and Business Group Head, Manufacturing, TCS, added, 'The shift to software-defined vehicles marks a defining moment for the automotive industry. With the launch of these new centres, we are deepening our commitment to support OEMs in building the next generation of intelligent, connected, and sustainable vehicles. This expansion is a key milestone in our journey toward
Future-Ready Mobility
—where software, engineering, and design, backed by AI, converge to deliver safer, more personalised, and continuously enriching experiences for drivers and passengers.'
TCS has been working with automotive clients in Europe for over 25 years and operates in key industry hubs across the region. The company supports the development of technologies such as digital cockpits, electrification, autonomous driving, and connected ecosystems using digital engineering, IoT, cloud, data analytics, and generative AI.
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