Scania India has inaugurated a new advanced Training Centre in Chandrapur, in collaboration with dealer PPS Motors. This facility marks a significant investment in skill development, aimed at enhancing technical expertise and operational efficiency through advanced simulated and hands-on training modules.
The Chandrapur training facility is specifically designed to train service engineers, technicians, and drivers. It features high-tech driver training simulators, which provide a realistic and immersive learning environment. Trainees can manage advanced control systems, optimize fuel efficiency, and learn safer driving practices. Additionally, the centre supports training in mining, with dedicated Technical and Driver Trainers to boost Scania India’s presence in the region.
At the inauguration, Munhoz Silvio, MD of Scania India, stated, “This new centre empowers Indian industry by bridging the gap between advanced technology and operational expertise. By equipping engineers, technicians, and drivers with essential skills, we aim to enhance safety, boost productivity, and support sustainable growth for our customers.”
The training facility will play a crucial role in addressing the rising demand for skilled service engineers and trained drivers, particularly in the mining sector. It underscores Scania’s commitment to driving innovation and sustainability, providing the expertise and resources necessary for improved operational efficiency, safety, and overall productivity across various industries.
With over 130 years of experience in mobility solutions, Scania Commercial Vehicles AB is a global leader known for world-class products and services tailored to diverse transportation markets. Scania has a global workforce of more than 50,000 employees across over 100 countries, with a customized sales and service network to meet customer needs.
Scania is also a leading supplier of engines for industrial, marine, and power generation purposes, focusing on social, environmental, and economic sustainability. All Scania vehicles are adaptable to run on alternative or renewable fuels.
Entering the Indian market in 2007, Scania focused on revolutionizing the mining and construction segments. By 2011, Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt Ltd. was established, with a state-of-the-art automotive assembly facility in Narasapura, Karnataka.
Partnering with mining dealer PPS Motors, Scania India provides robust and skilled services through a strategic network, including the Nagpur Warehouse, to ensure timely service and parts availability, improving customer experience. Scania India is committed to developing smart and sustainable mobility solutions, particularly through locally produced biofuels that significantly reduce carbon emissions and promote environmentally conscious transport solutions.
