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Mr. Dheeraj Gopichand Hinduja is the Chairman of the Company. He is the Chairperson of the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee and a member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. 

Mr. Dheeraj G Hinduja holds a B.Sc. (Hons) degree in Economics and History from the University College, London, 1993. He has completed his Masters’ in Business Administration with specialisation in Project Management from the Imperial College, London University, 1994. Mr. Dheeraj G Hinduja is an entrepreneur, representing a global business conglomerate – Hinduja Group. His areas of expertise include multi-sectoral global business portfolio strategies, building and transforming organisations, attracting and nurturing best-in class Boards and Management talents, creating world class CSR interventions, etc. He is associated with many business sectors including automotive, engineering, power, information technology, etc. He also provides Social Sector leadership in Education, Nutrition, Healthcare, Preservation of cultural heritage, etc. 

Mr. Dheeraj G Hinduja is currently the Chairman of Board of Ashok Leyland Limited, Hinduja Leyland Finance Limited, Hinduja Tech Limited, Gro Digital Platforms Limited, Switch Mobility Automotive Limited, Switch Mobility Limited and the Co-Chairman of Hinduja Automotive Limited.

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Mr. Gopal Mahadevan is a Non-Executive Director of the Company and he is a member of the Audit Committee and the Risk Committee. Mr. Gopal Mahadevan is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and a qualified Company Secretary with over 36 years’ experience in Finance function across a spectrum of industries. 

Mr. Gopal has had extensive experience in manufacturing, internet services, financial services and project companies. During his career, he has also been involved in restructuring and Mergers and Acquisitions. He has received several awards and recognitions including from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Mr. Gopal joined Ashok Leyland in July 2013, as Chief Financial Officer and has been one of the core team members leading the turnaround and growth of the Company. He is a Member of the Board of several subsidiaries and associate companies of Ashok Leyland Limited. Earlier to Ashok Leyland Limited, he was Chief Financial Officer at Thermax Ltd and Amara Raja Batteries Ltd. He has worked in diverse roles in Sanmar Group and was General Manager M&A at Sify Ltd. 

He has several accolades to his credit including those of the Best CFO (Capital Goods and Engineering Industry) by CNBC TV18 in the year 2012, Best CFO (Capital Goods and Engineering Industry) by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India in 2011 and Best CFO by YES Bank Business Today in 2010 for CSR / Green Initiatives.

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Dr. N Saravanan is a Non-Executive Director of the Company and is a member of the CSR committee. Dr. N. Saravanan is a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and he earned his MBA from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He joined Ashok Leyland in 2005 in the Product Development function, after working for over a decade in the USA at Ford Motor Company and Intel Corporation. He brings with him rich experience in Vehicle Engineering, Veriﬁcation and Validation. 

After a 2-year assignment in 2011, as CEO of Nissan Ashok Leyland Technologies Ltd., where he oversaw the development of LCV of the JV, he took over as Head of Engineering at Ashok Leyland in 2013. He later became the Head of Product Development and is currently the Chief Technology Officer. Dr. N Saravanan has over 20 publications to his credit, and he serves on the board of many industry bodies in the areas of Safety, Regulations, and Emissions.

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Mr. Sridharan Kesavan is an Independent Director of the Company and is the Chairman of the Audit Committee. 
Mr. Sridharan Kesavan is an accomplished board leader and financial expert with more than three decades of experience in the automotive, engineering, and power industries. Serving as a Director on the Board of Hinduja Tech Limited since 2012, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, governance, and financial oversight. He also served as the CEO of the Company for a short period in 2016. His areas of expertise include corporate finance and strategic planning, risk management and corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, business transformation, operational excellence and oversight of multi-national, large-scale businesses in engineering, automotive, and energy domains, which has contributed significantly to the growth and global footprint of Hinduja Tech. 

Mr. Kesavan is an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, underscoring his strong background in corporate finance, taxation, and compliance. He served as CFO of Ashok Leyland Ltd, a leading automotive company in the Hinduja Group and is widely recognized for his role in driving robust financial discipline, compliance, and transparent reporting practices across the Group companies. 

Mr. Kesavan brings more than a decade of board-level experience with Hinduja Tech, actively steering the company through key organizational transformations and global growth initiatives. He is well-versed in working with multicultural teams and leading cross-border engagements, leveraging his extensive experience in both Indian and international contexts.

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Ms. Payal Koul Mirakhur is an Independent Director of the Company and a Member of the Audit Committee, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, and the CSR Committee. Ms. Payal Koul Mirakhur is an experienced business leader and an executive coach with contextual knowledge of Leadership, business growth, Sales & Marketing and Strategy across various markets and industries. She has worked globally, handling clients and markets in the US, Europe, and South Asia and has experience in large-scale execution, team building and bringing together disparate teams and leaders to achieve ambitious targets. She has been also recognized as the Top 20 Women Leaders in the IT industry by Data Quest. 
 
Ms. Payal is the co-founder of uExcelerate, an award-winning leadership enablement platform for organizations to roll out large-scale, personalized leadership programs across mid to senior-level employees. Leadership is a personalized journey and that is what we enable through uExcelerate to build future leaders. 
 
Ms. Payal has been part of the Executive Leadership teams of various companies and worked with boards and Investors across the globe. Leadership roles handled include - heading Strategic services business development for IBM - India/ South Asia, Chief Commercial Officer for ISS Services - the world's largest facility management company headquartered in Denmark, Chief Strategy Officer for Aricent - a global design and engineering company, led by the KKR Group and Vice President of Invest India, the National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency of India under the aegis of Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt. of India.

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Dr. V. Sumantran is an Independent Director of the Company. He is the Chairman of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and a Member of the Audit Committee. Dr. V Sumantran has a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering and a Master’s degree in Management of Technology. He is the Chairman and a Designated Partner of Celeris Technologies LLP. He is currently holding position as an Independent Director on the Board of Ashok Leyland Limited, Switch Mobility Automotive Limited and TVS Electronics Limited. 
Dr. V Sumantran also serves as Board Director or Advisor for several organisations in autos, industrials, electronics and technology in USA, Europe and Asia. He is actively engaged across the spectrum of corporations, start-ups, academia and non-profits. He is the co-author of the book “Faster, Smarter, Greener: The Future of the Car and Urban Mobility” (www.fastersmartergreener.com) published by the MIT Press. From July 28, 2009 to March 31, 2014 he was Executive Vice Chairman of Ashok Leyland Ltd. Prior to this, he was Board Director and Chief Executive Officer of TATA Motors’ Car business. Prior to this, Dr. V Sumantran had a 16-year career with General Motors USA, starting at their R & D Center in Detroit and subsequently as a Director of Advanced Engineering at GM-Europe. 
Dr. V Sumantran has served on the Science Advisory Council of the Prime Minister of India and the Scientific Advisory Committee to the Cabinet of the Indian Government. He was awarded the Distinguished Alumnus Award by the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. He is a Fellow of the Society of Automotive Engineers International (SAE) and a Fellow of the Indian National Academy of Engineers. He is also an Honorary Professor at IIT Delhi.

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Mr. Anish Kedia is a Non-Executive Director of the Company and is a Member of the Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, CSR Committee, and the Risk Committee. Mr. Anish joined the Creador team in October 2022 and focuses on investments in the IT sector in India. Anish brings over 10 years of experience in the Private Equity and Investment Banking space. 

Prior to joining Creador, Anish was a part of the investment team at Brookfield and also a part of the board of directors for Brookfield’s investment in Digital Connexion, a JV between Brookfield, Reliance and Digital Reality that is setting up data centers across India. He was also previously associated with ChrysCapital, where he has seen multiple investments in the tech services industry and also partnered with large conglomerates like Hero, L&T and GVK among others. Mr. Anish holds a PGDM Degree from IIM Kolkata and has completed his Management studies from the University of Mumbai and completed all 3 levels of the CFA program, U.S.

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A distinguished alumnus of IIT Kanpur, Kumar Prabhas brings over thirty years of transformative leadership experience to his role as Chief Executive Officer of Hinduja Tech Limited. His career is marked by a consistent record of driving growth and innovation within the technology sector, encompassing established multinational corporations and dynamic entrepreneurial ventures. 

Prior to leading Hinduja Tech, he served as Chief Operating Officer and Whole-Time Director on the Board of L&T Technology Services. In this capacity, he played a pivotal role in shaping the company's strategic direction and operational excellence. 

Mr. Prabhas's international experience includes serving as Managing Director of Unisys (India) while simultaneously leading the company's Global End-User Services. This dual responsibility showcased his ability to manage complex, geographically dispersed operations and deliver results on a global scale. 

Earlier in his career, Mr. Prabhas held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Sasken Communication. His leadership during this period was instrumental in driving significant expansion of the company's services business and preparing it for a successful initial public offering (IPO). 

Mr. Prabhas also has a strong background in sales leadership, having served as the worldwide sales leader for the telecom business at Wipro Technologies. He began his career with Multitech Software, where he was part of the founding team that established the company's India operations, demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to building businesses from the ground up. His diverse experience across various technology domains makes him well-suited to lead Hinduja Tech in the rapidly evolving automotive engineering landscape. Mr. Prabhas's leadership since joining Hinduja Tech in 2017 has been pivotal to the company's significant expansion.

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Faiz Ahmad brings close to three decades of extensive experience in the automotive domain to his role as Head of Vehicle Engineering & Development at Hinduja Tech Limited. His deep domain and operational expertise span the ACES (Autonomous, Connected, Electric, and Shared) landscape, and he has a distinguished record of successfully delivering numerous full vehicle development programs. 

Prior to joining the Hinduja Group, Mr. Ahmad honed his skills at leading auto OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, including Tata Motors, EDS Technologies, and the Sumi Motherson Group. He began his career on the assembly line at Tata Motors, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in tooling, machining, and corporate planning. He then transitioned to design and development, where he contributed to the creation of numerous new-generation commercial and passenger vehicles. 

Before assuming the role of Head of Vehicle Engineering & Development, Mr. Ahmad led the Product Development vertical at Hinduja Tech. Under his leadership, the company delivered several class-leading vehicle programs and established global quality, performance, and cost competitiveness benchmarks. 

Mr. Ahmad has a strong interest in alternative energy and data analytics. He has consulted with numerous large organizations to optimize their business processes, resulting in significant performance improvements. 

He holds a graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, a master's degree in Electronics, an MBA in Operations Management, and a specialized MBA in International Business Strategy. Further demonstrating his commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements, he also holds a master's degree in Cybersecurity and Cyber Law, specializing in data science.

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Mark Findlay serves as the Head of Propulsion Systems and Electronics. He is also the CEO of Drive System Design (DSD), responsible for the company's overall direction and ensuring the team continues to win the most challenging and technically interesting projects. He co-founded Drive System Design (DSD) in 2007 with a vision of doing consultancy differently. The vision of technical excellence, long-term relationships, and “clean hands” IP has allowed Drive System Design (DSD) to thrive. 

With more than 30 years of experience, Mark has a long track record of success in the powertrain industry. His breadth of technical and commercial experience gives him unrivaled insight into its challenges and opportunities. 

Before joining Drive System Design (DSD), Mark worked at Ricardo, where he was responsible for CAE and R&D within the driveline division. He also previously held a leadership position with a precision contact lens manufacturing operation. 

Mark earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Leeds in West Yorkshire, England.

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Raghunath Parthasarathy is the Chief Financial Officer of Hinduja Tech Limited, bringing over two and a half decades of extensive experience in Finance. He oversees all fiscal functions, encompassing accounting, forecasting, budgeting, corporate taxation, treasury, internal controls, and risk management. His responsibilities also include legal, corporate governance, and business operations. 

Recognizing that finance forms the bedrock of any successful enterprise, Mr. Parthasarathy plays a crucial role in driving growth initiatives through data-driven strategies. He cultivates strong relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring the company's continued financial health and stability. He is instrumental in developing and implementing key performance indicators that enable strategic business decisions and support the company's expansion. Mr. Parthasarathy has a proven track record of successfully leading diverse finance functions. Before joining Hinduja Tech, he served as Chief Financial Officer at Allsec Technologies Ltd. His experience includes key financial roles at prominent organizations such as Fortis, Standard Chartered, and SIFY. 

Throughout his career, he has demonstrated expertise in managing finance processes and controls, budgeting, audit, taxation, legal, and secretarial functions, and consistently implementing strategies that contribute to sustained organizational growth. Mr. Parthasarathy is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Cost Accountant.

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Shankar Venkatraman is a dynamic and results-driven sales and marketing leader with over 32 years of experience in the engineering and technology sectors. He serves as the Head of Global Marketing and Communications, Quality & Information Security, Strategy and M&A. He drives global synergies and integration plans with the company’s recent Drive Systems Design and Tecosim acquisitions. 

Mr. Venkatraman possesses extensive expertise in defining go-to-market solutions and leveraging market trend analysis and competitive insights. His strategic acumen, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of the product management lifecycle enable him to effectively conceptualize and execute marketing campaigns that build brand awareness and drive business growth. He is adept at developing business plans and charting a course for their successful implementation. 

His leadership experience spans marketing, sales, and product management across the Mobility, IT, and telecom industries. He has a proven ability to grow businesses profitably and has also successfully established and grown sales operations in new markets, including setting up offices in the UK and the Americas. 

His technical expertise includes designing and developing India's first indigenous DECT-based mobile handset and leading R&D teams in developing telecom wireless protocol stack software products. 

Prior to joining Hinduja Tech, Mr. Venkatraman served as Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Unisys. He also held strategic roles at ConnectM, Sasken, Neotech Systems Inc., and WS Telesystems Ltd. 

Mr. Venkatraman firmly believes in collaborative management and fosters a strong, goal-oriented, entrepreneurial culture. His leadership has been recognized with high employee engagement scores. 

He holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electronics and Communications) and has travelled extensively, working with customers worldwide and gaining valuable insights into the EMEA, North American, and APAC markets.

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Antony Praveen serves as the Global Head of Human Resources at Hinduja Tech Limited, where he plays a critical role in shaping the company's people strategy and driving its global business goals. He leads key initiatives in people development, talent acquisition, and organizational structure management and is a key driver in managing the human capital aspects of mergers and acquisitions. His extensive experience managing a global workforce makes him ideally suited to navigate the complexities of international human resources. He possesses a strong understanding of strategic HR, people transition, and the entire talent management lifecycle. 

With over two decades of experience and proven leadership skills, Mr. Praveen provides strategic counsel on career path development and employee engagement. He firmly believes in fostering a culture of empowerment to maximize employee engagement and organizational performance. His leadership style is characterized by a respectful and collaborative approach, coupled with a genuine appreciation and recognition of individual contributions. He is committed to elevating the organization's reputation as an employer of choice. Mr. Praveen's "people first" philosophy with positive, results-oriented approach inspire his team and colleagues. He fosters a culture of empathy and utilizes his interpersonal skills to address any challenge effectively. 

Prior to joining Hinduja Tech, Mr. Praveen held leadership positions at Tata Consultancy Services, where he spearheaded HR initiatives for various business units across diverse geographies, primarily the US, UK, and Europe. He also gained valuable experience at Cognizant and SummitHR Worldwide. Mr. Praveen holds an MSW in Human Resources from the University of Madras.

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Udo Jankowski is a highly accomplished executive with a distinguished career in the engineering and automotive sectors. His expertise spans technical leadership, international business development, and strategic management, underpinned by a strong academic foundation and a passion for fostering growth and innovation. 

Mr. Jankowski holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical University of Darmstadt, complemented by an Erasmus program at Strathclyde University, Scotland. His technical expertise is rooted in numerical simulation and CAE methodologies, providing a solid base for his subsequent leadership roles. Further demonstrating his commitment to professional development, he also holds a Master's degree in General Management, specializing in leadership. 

Mr. Jankowski began his vehicle simulation and testing career at Mazda Europe and Tecosim GmbH. In 1999, he assumed the role of CEO of Tecosim GmbH, where he spearheaded the company's technical advancement and international expansion. He strategically established and led subsidiaries in the UK (2001), Japan (2007), India (2009), and the USA (2021), demonstrating a remarkable ability to navigate diverse markets and manage complex operations. His responsibilities encompassed finance, sales, R&D, and HR, showcasing his comprehensive business acumen. Furthermore, he served as Chairman of the Board at Tecosim Venture AG (now Mind-Venture AG), overseeing strategy, innovation, and financial oversight. His leadership culminated in the successful sale of the Tecosim Group in 2024, a company with ~650 employees and operations across six countries. 

Beyond his corporate achievements, Mr. Jankowski is a dedicated educator. He lectures in Management and Leadership at prestigious institutions such as Hochschule Rhein-Main, EUFH Cologne, and EBS University. As a certified systemic coach and Insights Licensed Practitioner, he specializes in leadership and personality development, further emphasizing his commitment to nurturing talent. 

Mr. Jankowski is actively involved in prominent automotive industry associations, including the VDA (German Association of the Automotive Industry). His expertise is also recognized through his service as a commercial judge at the Regional Court of Darmstadt. Mr. Jankowski is a recognized thought leader in his field, with over 40 publications and presentations on automotive engineering, leadership, and business strategy. He is a results-driven executive who has consistently delivered significant contributions to the engineering services sector. His extensive experience in high-tech industries, global expansion, and strategic leadership positions him as a sought-after expert and a true leader in the automotive and engineering landscape. 

Currently, he is responsible for special projects that include the integration of Hinduja Tech and Tecosim.

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Sanjay Patil leads India region at Hinduja Tech Limited, bringing 30 years of rich experience in engineering and IT services. A qualified Mechanical Engineer, he has a proven track record of cultivating and managing executive relationships with key clients across Europe, the United Kingdom, and India. His expertise encompasses business development across various domains, including Engineering, PLM, Manufacturing, Industrial Automation and Controls, and Digital/IT services. 

Mr. Patil has spearheaded successful business development initiatives for large offshore development centers (ODCs) in Europe/UK, the Middle East, India, and Africa. His strategic approach has consistently accelerated offshore revenue growth by focusing on engineering excellence, enabling clients to achieve low-cost product innovation and timely market launches. 

Prior to joining Hinduja Tech, Mr. Patil held key roles at prominent organizations such as Tech Mahindra, Geometric, Intelmac, Solidworks, EDS, and the Greaves Group, further solidifying his expertise in the engineering and technology sectors. 

Mr. Patil's deep understanding of the engineering landscape and commitment to client success make him an asset to Hinduja Tech.

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Lee Sykes is the regional head of APAC and the chief commercial officer of DSD. He first joined DSD as commercial director in February 2018 and continues to use a customer-focused approach to help grow and diversify the business across regions and sectors. He also rolls his sleeves to support the DSD engineering teams with major program delivery when allowed. 
 
For over 30 years, Lee has held senior technical and commercial leadership roles in global consulting engineering businesses, focusing on powertrain and vehicle system integration, transmission and driveline, and electrification. During this time, Lee oversaw many production engineering programs, including the BMW Mini powertrain, a Chinese AT and electric drive units, and the Bugatti Veyron DCT, amongst many others. 

Most recently at DSD, Lee has contributed to the growth across multiple sectors and regions of DSDs portfolio of electrified and conventional propulsion system solutions. Lee’s international outlook also came to the fore in a successful stint as president of a Shanghai-based operation. His initial career covered vehicle and powertrain system CAE and CFD for a U.K. vehicle manufacturer. Lee earned a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering from The University of Manchester in England.

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Mr. Dermott Carr is a seasoned automotive industry leader with extensive international experience spanning product engineering, technical delivery, and business development. Drawing on a robust background in mechanical engineering and decades of hands-on work with leading global OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, Mr. Carr is recognized for his proven ability to drive large-scale vehicle engineering programs and cultivate high-performing cross-regional teams. As a senior executive, he plays a critical role in advancing Hinduja Tech’s global presence and strengthening its customer-first approach across markets. 

In his current role Mr. Carr leads sales for the Vehicle Engineering & Development (VED) Business Unit in the Americas. He is responsible for overseeing strategic client engagements with OEMs and Tier-1s across North and South America, driving revenue growth and expanding market share for key engineering offerings, which include body engineering, virtual validation, vehicle integration, embedded electronics, and digital services, collaborating with global delivery and technical teams to ensure seamless delivery and customer satisfaction. 

Mr. Carr has held multiple leadership roles across global engineering consultancies and automotive technology firms, bringing vast expertise in vehicle system engineering and product lifecycle management. He holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Middlesex University, UK, and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Letterkenny Institute of Technology, Ireland. 

Mr. Carr brings a track record of successfully launching and scaling engineering services for both traditional and next-generation mobility platforms. He is well-versed in supporting integrated, global delivery frameworks, delivering compelling value in time, quality, and cost to international customers.

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Dr. Torben Birker is a seasoned automotive engineering executive and strategic leader specializing in vehicle engineering, virtual validation, and integrated mobility solutions. As a senior leader Dr. Birker plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s Vehicle Engineering & Development (VED) business in Europe, with a focus on the DSD and TECOSIM integration. Recognized for building and leading high-performing, cross-disciplinary teams, he enables global OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers to accelerate innovation and deliver on world-class engineering and product development mandates. 

In his current position, Dr. Birker leads sales and delivery for the VED Business Unit across Germany. He is responsible for facilitating close collaboration between global technical teams to deliver body engineering, virtual validation, vehicle integration, embedded electronics, and digital engineering solutions tailored for European customer needs. He also spearheads key customer engagements by managing strategic accounts and building long-term partnerships with OEMs and Tier-1s. 

Dr. Birker holds a doctoral degree in engineering and has a proven track record of expanding engineering businesses in Germany and EMEA through transformative leadership and operational excellence. He has been instrumental in driving the adoption of integrated global delivery models for complex mobility projects, unlocking cost, quality, and time advantages for clients.

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Stuart Hawker is a seasoned automotive engineering leader with nearly two decades of experience driving innovation and delivery for global OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. As Head of UK Sales and Delivery serving under the unified Vehicle Engineering & Development (VED) business unit, Stuart plays a pivotal role in advancing the group’s purpose of creating sustainable mobility. He is especially recognized for his deep technical expertise, client-centric approach, and track record of leading high-performance engineering teams to deliver right-first-time mobility solutions across the automotive sector. 
 
In his current role, he leads sales and delivery for VED across the UK, playing an instrumental role in driving revenue growth, operational excellence, and end-to-end customer satisfaction, collaborating closely with global engineering and delivery teams. He is a key architect in delivering integrated engineering solutions, including body engineering, virtual validation, vehicle integration, electronics, and digital offerings. 

He holds a Master of Engineering (MEng), Automotive Engineering degree from the University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, UK. 

He brings nearly 20 years of progressive experience in automotive engineering consultancy, with a distinguished tenure at TECOSIM before its integration with Hinduja Tech. He has been awarded for technical excellence and recognized for building long-standing partnerships with leading UK and international mobility clients.

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