Millbrook proving ground and the International Center for Automotive Technology (ICAT) in Manesar, India, have signed a memorandum of understanding as part of a strategic partnership in which both companies will establish a test base at one another’s premises and develop mutual business representation in their respective countries.
The agreement also seeks to identify and engage both companies in joint programs of work and find opportunities to leverage their test facilities, laboratories and expertise.
Dinesh Tyagi, director of ICAT, explained, “We are pleased to have signed this agreement with Millbrook and look forward to working together to create a long and successful relationship that is mutually beneficial. With Millbrook’s extensive laboratories, more than 45 years’ experience in automotive testing and development and unique test tracks, we’re sure it will be a great asset to ICAT and its customers.”
Millbrook’s chief commercial officer, Jonathan Eaton, said, “We are very keen to increase our activity internationally and particularly in India. This is a fantastic opportunity for us to build on existing relationships and create new contacts within the automotive industry in India.”
Millbrook are exhibiting at Automotive Testing Expo Europe, booth 1340, at Messe Stuttgart, Germany, from June 16-18.
May 7, 2015