Sasken Technologies Partners with Leading European Automotive Software Firm for Next-Gen Telematics

Sasken Technologies and Strategic Partnership in Automotive Telematics

Sasken Technologies Ltd., a global leader in product development services and embedded software solutions, has recently announced a significant multi-year collaboration with a prominent European automotive software company. This partnership aims to innovate and advance the next generation of telematics control units (TCUs) for various global vehicle platforms.

The rapid evolution of the automotive industry towards software-centric vehicles has made telematics platforms essential. These platforms are now the backbone of connected services, wireless software updates, diagnostics, fleet management, cybersecurity, and future mobility solutions. Sasken will leverage its extensive expertise in mobile network technologies, modem platforms, embedded software, hardware design, system validation, and connected traffic solutions to expedite market readiness and deployment across multiple international markets.

This collaboration reinforces Sasken’s capability as a trusted design partner in developing connected and software-driven vehicles. By integrating knowledge from semiconductor platforms, connectivity technologies, embedded systems, and comprehensive validation, Sasken can assist customers throughout the entire development chain—from initial platform architecture and hardware design to software integration, testing, and commercial deployment.

The joint design teams from Sasken and the client will closely collaborate on hardware design, software development, integration, and validation to deliver production-ready telematics solutions that meet the performance, quality, and reliability requirements of global vehicle programs.

Tero Pernu, Business Head of Sasken Technologies for Finland and the EU, commented on this strategic partnership, highlighting the client's strong trust in Sasken’s ability to support demanding connectivity projects in the automotive sector, covering hardware, software, and validation. As modern telematics platforms are becoming increasingly critical to the connected vehicle experience, developing these systems requires in-depth expertise across multiple technology layers. By combining our automotive design knowledge with advanced connectivity and product development skills, we aim to accelerate the launch of next-generation telematics solutions on global markets. We look forward to building a long-term strategic partnership that provides measurable value throughout the program's lifecycle.

Reliable connectivity is essential for modern vehicle services and future mobility experiences. Sasken possesses robust expertise in telematics platforms, mobile network technologies, product development, and validation. This skill set will help accelerate the development and rollout of next-generation telematics control unit platforms worldwide. It is expected that the collaboration will significantly enhance the deployment of advanced connected transportation solutions and deliver seamless experiences globally.

Rajiv C. Mody, Chairman and CEO of Sasken Technologies, remarked that the automotive industry is undergoing one of its most significant transformations, as vehicles become increasingly connected, intelligent, and software-driven. This strategic partnership showcases Sasken's ability to support global vehicle manufacturers in complex product development initiatives that encompass hardware, software, and connectivity technologies. It further strengthens our position as a key player in connected transportation innovations and supports our long-term growth strategy in the automotive industry.

The project will be implemented through Sasken's global design organization, combining automotive-specific expertise operating in Europe with the company's broader product development capabilities. This collaboration is set to fortify Sasken's operations in the automotive industry and support ongoing growth in connected mobility, next-generation connectivity solutions, and software-defined vehicle technologies.

About Sasken Technologies

Sasken Technologies is a globally recognized expert in product development and embedded software solutions. The company offers R&D solutions from concept to market, serving various sectors, including semiconductor, automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, smart devices, satellite communications, telecommunications, and transportation. Over the past 36 years, Sasken has supported over 100 Fortune 500 companies, enabling operations for over one billion devices worldwide. With design and delivery centers located in India, Finland, Germany, Japan, China, and the USA, Sasken helps clients tackle challenging design problems throughout the product lifecycle.

For more information, visit www.sasken.com.