Hexagon partners ESS for autonomy advancement in automotive sector

The two companies will join forces to enhance and expand their presence in the rapidly evolving fields of ADAS, autonomy and connected vehicle technology.

08 Dec 2023 | 4266 Views | By Autocar Pro News Desk

Sweden’s Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence has announced its partnership with Bengaluru-based Embedded Systems Solutions (ESS) to enhance and expand its presence in the rapidly evolving fields of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), autonomy, and connected vehicles.

ESS, which is a one-stop provider of hardware and software solutions, and part of the Electro Systems Associates (ESA) Group, will now offer Hexagon Virtual Test Drive (VTD) solutions as part of its strong suite of automotive product portfolio. ESS is very excited to offer VTD to its customer base across India to help with ADAS system simulation and enable safety validation for autonomous driving.

Speaking about the partnership, Pratibha Gopalam, Executive Director, ESA Group Companies, said, "Our automotive industry is witnessing a remarkable transformation, and the race toward autonomy is more competitive than ever. Through our partnership, we aim to set new standards, ensuring that we not only meet but exceed the expectations of our customers."

“ESS’ expertise aligns perfectly with Hexagon's commitment to innovation and excellence in ADAS and vehicle autonomy. The company’s one-stop solutions will undoubtedly empower us to serve our customers better and drive innovation in this ever-evolving field. With ESS, we are uniquely positioned to connect with customers from the electronics and electrical engineering teams actively involved in ADAS development,” said Sridhar Dharmarajan, EVP & MD India, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence.

Hexagon provides automotive players with the tools to navigate towards the mobility revolution, be it design and engineering and production and inspection. By streamlining operations and enhancing precision, it facilitates the digital transformation within the entire auto manufacturing process.

Also read: Auto industry walks the safety talk at ICAT's ADAS Show

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