Vanderlande Opens Innovation Centre in Pune to Drive Global R&D

Vanderlande, a global leader in future-proof logistic process automation, has officially inaugurated its new India Innovation Centre (IIC) in Pune.

This strategic facility is designed to accelerate the development of cutting-edge software and technology solutions for the global warehousing, airport, and parcel markets.

The launch underscores the company’s commitment to leveraging India’s vast engineering talent to drive digital transformation within the logistics sector.

Vanderlande Pune: A Hub for Next-Generation Engineering

The Pune Innovation Centre will serve as a primary engine for Vanderlande’s global research and development efforts.

It focuses specifically on software-defined automation, robotics, and vision technology.

By establishing a presence in Pune, a renowned hub for IT and automotive engineering, Vanderlande aims to tap into a specialized talent pool capable of developing complex algorithms and data-driven systems.

These technologies are critical for optimizing high-speed baggage handling and automated warehouse storage systems.

Vanderlande Strengthening the ‘Make in India’ Vision

While Vanderlande has maintained a presence in India for years, the IIC represents a significant scale-up of its local footprint.

The facility is expected to house hundreds of engineers who will collaborate with global teams to design scalable platforms.

This move aligns with the broader industrial shift toward smarter supply chains, where Indian expertise is playing an increasingly pivotal role.

Leadership at Vanderlande highlighted that the IIC will not only support global projects but also enhance the company’s ability to serve the rapidly growing Indian e-commerce and aviation infrastructure.

Commitment to Sustainable Automation

Beyond technical development, the Innovation Centre is tasked with creating energy-efficient and sustainable automation solutions.

As the logistics industry faces pressure to reduce its carbon footprint, the IIC will explore green technologies that minimize power consumption in large-scale sorting facilities.

The center also features collaborative workspaces intended to foster a culture of agile development and continuous learning for its employees.

Strategic Importance of the Pune Hub

The opening of the IIC is a cornerstone of Vanderlande’s strategy to shorten development cycles for its software products.

The company is integrating Indian software capabilities with Dutch engineering heritage.

This strategy aims to maintain its competitive edge in an increasingly automated global economy.

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