Pune's Business Scene: Kohler, Kalika Steel, and Tata AutoComp Make Waves

Kohler opens its third Studio Kohler in Pune, Kalika Steel launches KREATE 2025, and Tata AutoComp plans a significant acquisition in Slovakia.

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Pune's Business Scene: Kohler, Kalika Steel, and Tata AutoComp Make Waves
Real Estate Pune:Kohler announced the launch of its third Studio Kohler in India, at Koregaon Park in Pune. Ranjeet Oak, managing director, Kohler South Asia, said, “The new studio is not just a space to showcase Kohler’s global design leadership, it’s a platform for the city’s architects, designers, and homeowners to engage with world-class craftsmanship, technology, and aesthetic expression.” The firm’s previous two facilities are in Hyderabad and Ahmedabad.

Second edition of Kreate announced

Pune: Kalika Steel has invited submissions for the second edition of KREATE — its flagship state-level competition that merges design, sustainability, and youth innovation — till August 31. Open to architecture, civil, and structural engineering students across Maharashtra, participants of KREATE 2025 design trophies using TMT steel bars, honouring real-life changemakers driving impact in areas like climate action, renewable energy, and community development. The final will be held in Jalna on September 17.

Tata AutoComp to acquire IAC Slovakia

Pune: Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, through its subsidiary Artifex Interior Systems Limited (Artifex), has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of IAC Group (Slovakia). Arvind Goel, vice-chairman, Tata AutoComp, said, “The acquisition will mark a milestone in our firm’s global growth journey. Following our earlier acquisition of Artifex, this step strengthens our European presence and reflects commitment to serving global OEMs better.”

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of Kohler's new studio in Pune?

The new Studio Kohler in Pune is significant because it provides a platform for architects, designers, and homeowners to engage with Kohler’s global design leadership, world-class craftsmanship, technology, and aesthetic expression.

What is KREATE 2025?

KREATE 2025 is a state-level competition by Kalika Steel that merges design, sustainability, and youth innovation. It invites architecture, civil, and structural engineering students across Maharashtra to design trophies using TMT steel bars, honoring real-life changemakers.

What is the purpose of the KREATE competition?

The purpose of the KREATE competition is to encourage design, sustainability, and youth innovation among architecture, civil, and structural engineering students. It aims to honor real-life changemakers in areas like climate action, renewable energy, and community development.

What is the recent acquisition by Tata AutoComp?

Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, through its subsidiary Artifex Interior Systems Limited, has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of IAC Group (Slovakia). This acquisition strengthens their European presence and commitment to serving global OEMs.

How does the acquisition by Tata AutoComp impact their global growth?

The acquisition of IAC Group (Slovakia) marks a significant milestone in Tata AutoComp’s global growth journey. It enhances their European presence and reflects their commitment to better serve global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

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