Hero MotoCorp, the largest two-wheeler manufacturer has formally inaugurated its R&D Centre “Global Centre of Innovation and Technology” in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Built with an investment of Rs. 850 crores, It is the reinforcement of Hero’s commitment to innovate sustainable mobility solutions.

The Global Centre of Innovation and Technology houses the product design & development, testing and validation facilities. It also has a test-track, within the campus. The 16 kilometre long track have 45 different surfaces to simulate real world road condition.

Hero’s R&D centre will be headed by Dr. Markus Braunsperger. The facility will house all aspects of Research and Development under one roof: including self-sufficient facilities for New Product Design, Prototype manufacturing, Testing and Validation.

Dr. Markus Braunsperger, CTO, Hero MotoCorp said,
“The CIT is the new home of our R&D team and the commencement of operations here is a major milestone in our endeavour to ramp-up the product development competency to global standards at Hero. Within this facility we are establishing new work processes and enhancing our technical skills to global benchmarks. We will compete globally, attracting the best talent from India and across the world. The CIT will become a unique workplace for engineering talent in India, bringing our R&D Vision to life – energizing smart mobility technology.”

Hero’s Global Centre of Innovation and technology also has advanced green technologies imbibed into its design, ensuring eco-friendly operations. Testament of these efforts, is the Platinum rating granted to the Centre by Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) with a rating of 91 points, making it the highest rated facility among the manufacturing sector in India.

News Source: Hero MotoCorp Press Release