J. B. Naik joins Tooltech as Chief Technical Officer

A veteran in the automotive domain with 38 years of experience with leading OEMs such as Tata Motors and Mahindra, Mr. J.B. Naik is a name to reckon with. A proverbial all-round Development Engineer he has migrated from agricultural tractors to high-end automobiles. With design expertise and extensive project management know-how, Mr. J. B. Naik will be heading the delivery teams at Tooltech.
He has wide experience in:

• Vehicle design with exposure in body, trims, HVAC, chassis etc., including vehicle integration
  
  
• Design and development of special vehicles especially armoured vehicles, army vehicles, buses ambulances, etc.
  
  
• Tool Engineering

Simultaneous Engineering and Manufacturing are his other areas of specialty.
As Chief Engineer at Tata Motors he spearheaded several prestigious vehicle design and development projects.

Mr. Naik is a rank holder in Mechanical Engineering with special reward in Machine Tool Design from VJTI, Mumbai University. He has also done Business Management from IMDR institute in Pune. He is currently based in Pune, India.

Finland confers highest honour to Atul Khanna - Knight, First Class, Order of the Lion

Recognition for promoting ties between India and Finland in Science and Technology

Atul Khanna, Director and Chief Promoter, Tooltech Global Engineering and Founder and Chairman of the Board of Systems Biology Worldwide, has earned recognition as Knight, First Class, of the Order of the Lion of Finland.

The recognition was awarded by the President of the Republic of Finland, Tarja Halonen, and is based on Mr. Khanna's achievements in promoting collaboration between Finland and India both in the areas of science and business.

Atul Khanna initiated together with Professor Mart Saarma a student exchange program for biotechnology students between Finland and India. He has founded and successfully managed several companies.

Atul Khanna has created a dynamic and innovative delivery model in which Indian advantages and strengths are combined with Finnish advantages to form a cost competitive research service delivery concept.

The award ceremony was held on 2nd June at the University of Helsinki, the most versatile research university in Finland with more than 35,000 students. The Chancellor of the University of Helsinki, Mr. Ilkka Niiniluoto and the Rector of the University of Helsinki, Mr. Thomas Wilhelmsson awarded the Order to Atul Khanna.

While presenting the award, Mr. Thomas Wilhelmsson, appreciated Mr. Khanna's work stating, "Atul Khanna is a visionary who persistently promotes issues and beliefs. He has promoted research and industry co-operation between Finland and India. He has become important person in Finland and he has many Finnish friends among both academics and business men."

Elated at recieving the award, Mr. Khanna said "I have had the privilege to combine scholars, companies and the two governments in the pursuit of human & scientific progress. I believe that inspite of the optical polarity between India and Finland, at a substantiated level, there is a huge power of complementary strengths that in my humble view can be a global power in all positive connotations of the word and will only bring this inherent goodness to the world".
The Order of the Lion of Finland was founded on September 11, 1942. The President of Finland wears the Star of the Order of the Lion of Finland and is Grand Master of the order.

Coverage in leading Indian dailies and online media
Economic Times
NDTV
The Hindu
DNA

Times of India


Indian Express


Indian Express


http://international.zeenews.com/

http://www.daylife.com/

http://www.screenindia.com/news/indian-biologist-wins-highest-award-of-finland/470618/

http://www.indopia.in/India-usa-uk-news/latest-news/589773/International/2/68/2

Trade bodies

Nasscom

Indo German Chamber of Commerce

The award event can be viewed at:
http://www.sbw.fi/sites/default/files/ak/Atul_Khanna_Honoured_in_Finland.mp4

Tooltech Acquires Two Leading European Automotive Design Companies Setting yet another Milestone in its Growth Story

Tooltech is now a complete design and validation package provider in the automotive design and analysis value chain. In its quest for providing a globally integrated engineering delivery service, Tooltech has acquired two renowned German car engineering companies, MT Misslbeck Engineering GmbH (ME) and SIMA-Technik GmbH as part of its "string of pearls" acquisition strategy.

Part of the 100 year old Misslbeck group, MT Misslbeck Engineering, located in Ingolstadt, Munich, is a 30 year old partner to Audi and BMW for interior systems and plastic parts and is a preferred supplier to Rolls Royce. The company strengthens our capabilities in areas of design of body-in-white, interior and exterior parts, simulation and project management.

Sima was established in 1988, and is a 20 year old partner to Audi, for entire Car Body in Aluminium and has engineered several of its famous cars. It brings specific new competence to our portfolio such as design and development of light weight structures in aluminium and steel and diesel pre-development. Tooltech is now equipped to enter the highly specialized genre of light-weight vehicles that reduce fuel consumption and emission.

Merging the basic design offerings of the two companies with existing competencies from India, Sweden, Deutschland and Romania, Tooltech can now boast of capabilities ranging from design of body-in-white, interior and exterior trims, chassis and powertrain, to simulation and safety analysis. In addition to providing a wider range of services, the synergy between all these forces, facilitated by our Mixed Model, will offer the customers competence driven seamless global delivery at a competent cost.

Jointly the two companies add around 50 employees to our human resource base. Besides access to a larger pool of skilled manpower and customers, the collaboration will usher Tooltech into an exciting era of innovation and opportunities and solidify our footprint in the heart of the automotive industry i.e. Germany.

Tooltech flies high at Aero India 2009- Designs and delivers luxury interior solution for VVIP Helicopter

Aero India 2009 (a premier aerospace exhibition in Asia) marked a very significant milestone in the history of Tooltech-a pioneer in the outsourced engineering services sector. One of the five Advanced Light Helicopters to be procured by the Ecuadorian Government from HAL, which was showcased at this show sported world class interiors, VVIP design, plush aesthetics, customized colors and carpeting -All conceived and manufactured by Tooltech.

The project, arguably the first of its kind for the design and manufacture of VVIP interiors for an Advanced Light Helicopter meant that Tooltech had to build to meet stringent standards. Amongst various operational and structural specifications, the solution developed by Tooltech meets FAR 29 standards & DGCA certification.

On the third day of the exhibition - 13th February 2009, the Helicopter was presented to the President of Ecuador at an official 'handing over' ceremony attended by senior dignitaries such as the Ambassador of Ecuador and other high ranking government officials. Tooltech received appreciation from the press and popular local TV channels not only for its immaculate work but also for the stringent standards that it adhered to and the short time frame of 45 days, in which the project was delivered. "Tooltech is proud of indigenously conceiving and designing the interiors of a VVIP helicopter for a foreign government. This landmark achievement not only opens new avenues in civilian applications for a military aircraft, but also makes us a new player in the vast international market currently dominated by few select players" said Atul Khanna, Director and Chief Promoter-Tooltech Group.

A Senior Official from HAL stated, "Tooltech taking charge of the project end to end from concept design to final delivery of interiors for the Ecuador helicopter has been a great effort! Successful project delivery by Tooltech in just 45 days from order receipt shows great capabilities within Tooltech and its abilities in Programme Management."

This achievement sets an ideal example of a successful public-private venture and marks another significant milestone in the relatively new arena of indigenous product development.

Future offerings from Tooltech include Side Ledge, Credenza & Galley, PAS & Satellite Phones, in Flight Entertainment systems.

Coverage in National newspapers and TV channel

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Tooltech and Systems Biology Help Premier Finnish Funding Agency to promote collaborative ties with India

An 18 member delegation comprising of well-known representatives from engineering and equipment manufacturing, education, research, and the financial community from Finland visited Tooltech on 17th March. Part of the Concepts of Operations programme coordinated by Tekes, the apex Finnish Funding Agency for Technology and Innovation, the delegation visited India with the aim of forging strategic alliances and promoting R & D in India.

Mr. Atul Khana hosted a welcome dinner for the delegation on 16th March. This was followed by a visit to Tooltech on 17th during which the delegates learnt more about Tooltech and Systems Biology. Mr. Viejo Korkiakoski, Senior Technical Advisor, Tekes ( Oulu), at the end of the visit stated, "The focus of the visit is to see if we can come up with joint partnerships that will be mutually beneficial to Finland and India, particularly in fields such as research and development. Tooltech as our strategic partner will strengthen our base in India and will help us to tap the best from the country"

 
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• Versatility of the different demonstrations and presentations
• Crash simulations carried out by Tooltech for a leading automotive OEM
• Company's customer orientated approach and being close to customer physically
• Very high level dinner reception - almost the level of state visits

Tooltech Deutschland expands to Austria

Keeping up the pace of expansion, Tooltech recently opened a new branch office in Austria. The office is located in Graz. Wholly owned by Tooltech Deutschland, this branch office will work in close tandem with its parent company. Keeping in line with our mixed model, this front office provide onsite support to our clients based in the region, while also improving communication. The office is situated close to one of our clients that is looking at building long term relationship with Tooltech.

Austria is one of the fastest growing regions in Europe. By establishing the local presence in the country, Tooltech intends to explore new business opportunities in the region.

Currently, the Austrian branch operations are being co-ordinated by Mr. Matjaz Fleisinger, CAE-Analyst.

Tooltech Scandinavia wins "The Best Foreign Owned Company of Göteborg Region"

"Business Region Göteborg" annual Christmas tradition for the region's expatriates falls nothing short of an extravagant event, with the legacy being carried on over the years. So when Tooltech Scandinavia emerged as the triumphant winner of the coveted "Best Foreign Owned Company of Göteborg Region" award, we were honoured that such a title was bestowed upon us. The award was received by Abhay - Managing Director, on behalf of the Scandinavian team.

The event was held on December 7th, at the City Hall- "Börsen" and saw a participation of about 280 individuals from 41 different countries, the largest ever.

According to tradition, Lord Mayor of Göteborg, Jörgen Linder set the ball rolling while Petra Sedelius from Business Region Göteborg (BRG), introduced the increased numbers of foreign owned companies and expatriates in the region.

Tooltech Scandinavia has managed to find firm ground in Sweden and Göteborg, in particular. Tooltech Scandinavia has consistently worked towards expanding their market and has successfully secured new projects and assignments.

Tooltech Scandinavia aired on TV 4

Recently, Tooltech Scandinavia, our office in Sweden, was contacted by TV 4, the biggest news channel in Sweden. Following "The Foreign Owned Company of Göteborg Region" award, Abhay Jahirabadkar - Managing Director and Kurt Issaksson - Senior Advisor were interviewed by the channel to speak on the topic of Indian companies investing in Sweden. Earlier, Swedish companies invested in India, the new trend of Indian companies establishing offices in Sweden was the subject matter of the discussion. The programme was aired primetime and the honour bestowed upon us makes us proud.

BMW Visit to Tooltech Strengthens Existing Relationship

The BMW team is suitably impressed with Tooltech on its visit to the Pune office.

Tooltech recently had the pleasure of receiving the BMW team at its Pune office. BMW had come here to understand Tooltech's project implementation procedures. The 11 member team included Senior Design Management, Head of Strategic Purchasing and Technical Experts from several departments in BMW.

The engineering protocols and knowledge management procedure adopted at Tooltech earned great respect from BMW. The global engineering platform showcased not only what Tooltech does, but also how it prepares to tackle process problems. Tooltech's CAE work evoked a spontaneous "We are impressed!" from the visitors. The Tooltech-BMW partnership is now poised for growth to the next level of maturity.

Above all, it was very satisfying for the designers and the design customers to give a face to what were previously, merely names on email correspondence. It is a visit that will always be treasured by Tooltech and one that satisfied the visitors.