In a bid to accelerate their digital transformation and a new future of mobility, Siemens, Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation announced a new technology partnership.
Accordingly, as a strategic partner, Siemens will provide Hyundai and Kia with the next-generation engineering and product data management through NX™ software and the Teamcenter portfolio from its Xcelerator portfolio of integrated software, services, and development platform. The OEMs have evaluated and assessed various alternatives, including incumbent solutions and selected Siemens' software, embracing the world's most comprehensive digital twin.
Hyundai, Kia and Siemens will collaborate to establish design methods and develop custom solutions that consider the lifecycle of all automobiles and associated processes and activities, such as production, purchasing and partners research and development. In addition to providing software, Siemens will provide professional and specialized training to help Hyundai and Kia ensure efficient use/operation of Siemens' software across its network of suppliers.
Albert Bierman, Head, R&D Division, Hyundai Motor Company, said, 'Selecting NX software and the Teamcenter portfolio from Siemens' Xcelerator portfolio for our core design and data management platforms will introduce a new working environment for our teams that will pave the way for a leap forward in future car development. This is the beginning of a huge transformation and an important point of change for Hyundai Motor Company and with Siemens as our trusted partner we will work together to achieve our goals through mutual cooperation and teamwork.'
Tony Hemmelgarn, President & CEO, Siemens Digital Industries Software, said, 'The Xcelerator portfolio is delivering the tools and technologies for digital transformation that the future demands and our customers need today, so we look forward to collaborating with Hyundai and Kia on next generation Engineering and Product Data Management Systems that will speed digital transformation as we explore the future of mobility, together.'