EV firm Ultraviolette has promoted Vinayak Bhat to Chief Product Officer. Bhat's appointment comes at a time when the EV firm plans to introduce new products for multiple mobility segments over the next five years, targeting both domestic and international markets.
Prior to assuming the role of CPO, Vinayak served as the Technical Director and Principal Engineer at Ultraviolette. Since joining the company in 2017, he has played a pivotal role in the development of the F77 Mach 2 and F99 Racing Platform and overseeing coordination across all aspects of product development, engineering, operations, and manufacturing functions.
As Chief Product Officer, Bhat will drive Ultraviolette’s Product Portfolio expansion through the entire life-cycle from inception and design to development and market introduction, besides broadening its product range, the press release noted.
"My goal is to craft exceptional products for global markets through our strategy of vertical integration - Specifically across critical elements like the battery technology, drivetrain and vehicle architecture. Our aim: redefine standards and solidify Ultraviolette’s position as a global leader in electric mobility," Bhat noted.
Narayan Subramaniam, CEO and Co-Founder, Ultraviolette stated, "Vinayak's in-depth understanding of aerospace and electric vehicle technologies provides him with a unique perspective that will be critical in driving our culture of innovation."
Vinayak started his journey in 2013 at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) as a structural engineer. Further transitioning to Safran Engineering as a design analyst, he contributed significantly towards key projects for industry giants Airbus and Boeing, with a focus on landing gears, nacelles, and fuselage components.
Further on, Vinayak co-founded a startup specialising in drivetrain and battery technology, setting the stage for his continued pursuits in electric mobility.