KK Wind Solutions Announces Opening Of A New Factory Near Bengaluru; To Hire 400+ Skilled Manpower Over The Next 5 Years

KK Wind Solutions, a EUR 1 billion Danish company owned by A.P. Moller Holding, has officially inaugurated a new factory and offices in Bengaluru, India. The expansion marks a major step in the company’s international growth strategy and its long-term commitment to supporting India’s renewable energy ambitions. 

The new factory will be the company’s largest manufacturing facility in Asia, employing up to 400 people. The factory is now an integral part of KK Wind Solution’s global supply chain, servicing customers across the region and around the world.

The new site was inaugurated today at a formal ceremony attended Mr. Eske Bo Knudsen Rosenberg, Consul General of Denmark in Bengaluru, as well as partners, customers, and members of the KK global leadership team. The company also inaugurated a new office in the city of Bengaluru, where 150 employees will work in a global shared services function.

“India is an increasingly important hub in the global wind energy value chain, and Bengaluru was the clear obvious choice for our expansion in India. The city has renowned universities and technical institutes, and a large talent pool of engineering professionals.” said Mauricio Quintana, CEO of KK Wind Solutions. “With these new facilities, our supply chain is now even more global, enabling us to deliver high quality power control and converter solutions to our customers around the world.”

A growing commitment to India

The inauguration comes at a time of expanding cooperation between Denmark and India under the Green Strategic Partnership, which promotes joint innovation, sustainable development, and trade in green technologies. In India alone, meeting the country’s 2030 renewable energy target of 99 GW would mean a doubling of installed wind power capacity in just five years.

“As a global company founded in Denmark, we are proud to contribute to this partnership by creating jobs, transferring know-how, and accelerating clean energy adoption,” Mauricio Quintana added. “Together with our partners in India, we are engineering solutions for a renewable future.” 

“The expansion of KK Wind Solutions underlines the close green strategic partnership between India and Denmark. India is committed to the necessary green transition and has set ambitious renewable energy targets. From the Danish side, we are committed to working together with our Indian partners and the wind industry to help achieve these targets. The investment by KK Wind Solutions in a new factory and office facilities in Bengaluru with more than 500 jobs signifies India’s growing importance as a hub for clean technology manufacturing,” says Eske Bo Rosenberg, Consul General of Denmark in Bengaluru, India.

Expansion in Bengaluru

The investment in Bengaluru reflects KK Wind Solution’s strategic focus on building sustainable operations in close collaboration with local ecosystems — from suppliers and institutions to communities and talent. The site will support engineering, manufacturing, and customer services, tailored to meet growing demand in Asia and beyond. 

KK Wind Solutions has been present in Bengaluru since 2017. The company operated an 11,000 m2 factory in the city that produced power converters and controls for the wind industry. The company’s recent growth and new business opportunities required the establishment of a new factory in the region.

The chosen site in Dobbaspet, in an industrial park on the outskirts of Bengaluru, presented the best location to build a new, larger facility of this size, benefiting from other international businesses located in the area.

The facility will become a key strategic manufacturing hub for the company, and its largest manufacturing facility in Asia. The site will create up to 400 jobs and have a significant economic contribution in Bengaluru.

In addition to the manufacturing facility in Dobbaspet, KK Wind Solutions has also opened a new office in the city of Bengaluru. The new office is three times larger than the company’s previous office and will enable the growth of the company’s global shared services function. 150 colleagues are expected to be employed at the city office.

About the new Bengaluru facilities

·         The 17,000 m2 factory consists of 14,000 m2 manufacturing and logistics space and a 3000 m2 office space, making it KK Wind Solutions’ largest manufacturing facility in Asia. 

·         The total site is 24,000 m2, with a 7,000 m2 landscape surrounding the factory.  

·         The factory will produce convertors and control systems for the wind industry.

·         The factory is fully licensed from the government and also for export (MOOWR Scheme), and fully qualified according to leading international standards for quality, safety and environmental best practice.

·         Production commenced in April 2025.

·         Sustainability was a key consideration in the design of the building. Solar panels on the roof will provide clean energy and support local charging stations for electric vehicles.

·         The factory employs 250 production and staff workers in a variety of functions from manufacturing, logistics, quality and safety, with the total number of employees expected to grow to 400.

·         150 staff workers will be employed in a global shared services function based at a new office in the city.

About KK Wind Solutions 

KK Wind Solutions is a EUR 1 billion revenue company with more than 3,700 colleagues in 10 countries. Through its core business of delivering power converters and controls for wind turbines, the company has become an industry leader in delivering integrated electrical systems, supporting the renewable energy transformation. Having a strong long-term owner in A.P. Moller Holding enables its future growth ambitions. By leveraging on its more than 40 years of expertise in the wind industry, the company is well positioned to consolidate its investment in cooling and expand into new frontiers like green hydrogen and impact more industries transitioning to electrification.

Learn more about us: www.kkwindsolutions.com

AlphaBake Launches First Ever Virtual Try-Ons For Online Clothing Brands

 

* Aims to redefine customer experience and impact business outcomes

AlphaBake, a pioneer in generative AI solutions for the fashion industry, has launched a virtual try-on option for online clothing brands, which combines the best of GenAI foundational models with proprietary AI models and workflows, to create a seamless and scalable customer experience saving time and energy. The new virtual try-ons offer much more promise in personalization and real business impact on ground compared to all the previously implemented versions like Kiosks or life size mirror like implementations in the past.

Launched commercially with brands  - www.prasantisarees.com, Jade Blue and www.maatshi.com -  virtual try-ons deliver a scalable and photorealistic try-on experience driving higher conversions, boosting revenue, cutting customer acquisition costs and increasing top-of-funnel traffic. 

Sharing more details, Krishna Sumanth, CEO & Founder of AlphaBake said, “In today’s fast-paced world, virtual try-ons are a boon helping customers see how clothes look on them in different settings, like indoor or outdoor, day or night, by uploading photos with real lighting. Close to 40% of try-ons are shared with others on WhatsApp or Instagram and close to 15% try-ons are added to carts by the customer increasing sales for the brands.  AlphaBake is redefining and enhancing shopping experience by leveraging technology to connect the digital and the physical world, and empowering customers to make smarter decisions. We are on a mission to give new-gen AI-powered experience to all our users targeting Trillion Try-ons over the next 3 years!”

AlphaBake’s efficiency and personalisation give customers better control over selection, allowing users to upload their image and instantly see how the garment looks on them. Clothing brands can integrate this intuitive interface with their websites, and it is especially easy for those brands who have built their D2C website on Shopify. Application Programming Interface (APIs) are also available for non-Shopify platform. 

On the virtual try-ons, Anand Krishnamoorthy, Founder & CEO, Prashanti sarees said, “We have been using Alphabake’s Virtual try-on software for Prashanti, and it has been a game-changer for us. The ability for our customers to visualize sarees on their own photos has significantly enhanced their shopping experience. Since we integrated Alphabake into our platform, the results have been very impressive. Customer engagement has gone up sharply, and we have seen a noticeable improvement in our conversion rates. It genuinely feels like magic when you see the try-on outputs — they are realistic, intuitive, and easy to use. The product itself is very innovative, and it’s clear that the team behind it has continuously refined the algorithm to deliver even better results over time. It’s a strong testament to the capabilities and vision of the founding team. Overall, Alphabake has added real value to our business and to our customers, and we look forward to seeing how it continues to evolve”.

With online retailers continuing to close the gap between digital and virtual spaces, AlphaBake is tackling this challenge by making the virtual try-on experience as real as possible. The new-gen AI-powered technology developed by AlphaBake is detailed and has an increased rate of customer engagement and conversions. With AI models improving rapidly, AlphaBake envisions the try-on experience evolving into a default feature in online fashion shopping, helping businesses boost their experience and conversion.

Curefoods Acquires Pan-India Rights For Krispy Kreme; To Expand Brand’s Footprint In North India

* Curefoods will now have access to 11 stores in Delhi-NCR, and operate 100+ Krispy Kreme locations across India

Curefoods, has acquired pan-India rights for Krispy Kreme— the global doughnut and coffee brand. The move marks Curefoods’ strategic expansion into the northern region of the country, enabling it to scale Krispy Kreme’s footprint across India.

Previously holding exclusive distribution rights for South India, this acquisition includes a takeover of 11 Krispy Kreme stores in Delhi NCR, comprising 7 physical retail outlets and 4 cloud kitchens, in areas such as Worldmark Aerocity, Select City Walk Mall Saket, Ambience Mall Gurgaon, Promenade Mall Vasant Kunj, and Mall of India Noida, among others.

With this expansion, Curefoods now operates over 100 Krispy Kreme outlets across the country—a mix of dine-in stores and cloud kitchens.

Ankit Nagori, Founder, Curefoods, said, “This marks a pivotal step in Krispy Kreme’s India journey. With full national rights now under our umbrella, we are excited to build a unified strategy for brand growth, customer experience, and innovation across the country. Delhi NCR is the beginning, and we are committed to scaling Krispy Kreme in a way that’s sustainable, accessible, and exciting for our consumers.”

While this announcement marks an entry into North India, Curefoods has also outlined plans to deepen its presence across other parts of the country in the future, including western markets like Mumbai.

The acquisition underscores Curefoods’ long-term vision of bringing globally loved food brands closer to Indian audiences by leveraging its deep distribution networks, operational agility, and consumer insights.

About Curefoods:

Curefoods is a Bangalore-based house of F&B brands, founded by Ankit Nagori in 2020. It houses brands like Kitchens of EatFit, CakeZone, Nomad Pizza, Sharief Bhai, Olio Pizza, Frozen Bottle, Krispy Kreme, Arambam, and many more. Additional information on Curefoods is available at https://curefoods.in.

BMW Motorrad Expands Its Dealer Network Across Indian Market

* JSP Motorrad Inaugurates Its Second Dealership Facility In Bengaluru

* Discover the exciting world of BMW Motorrad with a captivating range of motorcycles, lifestyle products and accessories.

*  Dedicated Aftersales facility for comprehensive vehicle service. #MakeLifeARide #BMWMotorradIndia #BMWMotorrad

BMW Motorrad strengthens its dealer network footprint in India by inaugurating its second dealership facility of JSP Motorrad in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The dealership is located at H. No 115/3, Property No 93/2C, 7th Main Road, B Narayanapura Mahadevapura Post, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka – 560048.

JSP Motorrad represents BMW Motorrad with Sales and Service facilities in Hyderabad, Vijayawada and Bengaluru and is headed by Mr. Sudarshan Ponraj, Dealer Principal, JSP Motorrad.

Mr. Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India said, “At BMW Motorrad, we go beyond building exceptional motorcycles, we create experiences that last a lifetime. Our rider-first approach and strong dealer network have set new benchmarks in the premium segment. The launch of our second BMW Motorrad dealership in Bengaluru with our trusted partner JSP Motorrad is a testament to the growing demand in this vibrant city. This new facility will further strengthen our footprint and deliver an immersive, personalized and premium ownership journey to our customers.”

Mr. Sudarshan Ponraj, Dealer Principal, JSP Motorrad said, "We are proud to enhance our footprint in Karnataka with the opening of another world-class dealership in Bengaluru. The striking exterior and inviting interior of our facility create a welcoming haven for our rider community to explore the latest BMW Motorrad motorcycles, riding gear, and lifestyle collections. Our mission transcends business; we are devoted to fostering a vibrant riding community that embodies the spirit of adventure, living by our motto: ‘Make Life a Ride.’

The strategically located dealership is spread across 5,200 sq. ft. The showroom displays 15 motorcycles, a customer lounge, BMW Motorrad riding gear, accessories and lifestyle collections zone. The aftersales facility has 4 mechanical bays and equipped with the latest tools and equipment for complete vehicle service. JSP Motorrad delivers international standards of Sales, Service, Spareparts and Business systems in all processes to ensure best-in-class pre and post sales ownership experience.

Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI) Opens Admissions For Batch Of 2025-2028

In line with its commitment to skill development and community empowerment, Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI) today announced the commencement of the admission process for 2025-2028 batch of the TTTI Regular Program. This pioneering initiative aims to transform academically inclined youth from economically challenged backgrounds in Karnataka into globally competitive technicians through industry-relevant training, fully sponsored by Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM).

Established in 2007, TTTI has emerged as a model institution for vocational education in India, offering a three-year fully residential training program in key trades including Automobile Assembly, Weld, Paint, and Mechatronics. Designed with a holistic development approach, the curriculum focuses on Body and Attitude (60%), Knowledge (20%) and Skill (20%) to equip students with not just technical know-how, but also the discipline, and mindset required to excel in the modern manufacturing sector.

Notably, in 2023, TTTI significantly expanded its annual intake from 600 to 1,200 students, with half the seats now reserved for female candidates—advancing gender inclusion in technical education. To support this growth, the institute upgraded its infrastructure with new classrooms, state-of-the-art training equipment, and enhanced residential facilities, including a dedicated girls’ dormitory. Students also benefit from stipends, further enabling access to a well-rounded and industry-relevant learning experience.

Sharing his thoughts, Mr. G. Shankara, Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “At Toyota, we believe that real progress begins with empowering people through the right opportunities. The Toyota Technical Training Institute reflects this belief—offering fully-funded world-class skill training to deserving youth from rural Karnataka. By expanding our intake and strengthening gender inclusivity, we are not only supporting the Skill India Mission but also building a future-ready workforce that will drive India’s manufacturing excellence. We invite passionate young minds to be part of this transformative journey.”

Further to promote skilling, TTTI has been selected as one of the institutes under the Japan India Institute for Manufacturing [JIM] skill transfer promotion program, aimed at inculcating Japanese-style manufacturing skills and practices, thereby contributing to ‘Skill India’ Mission of the Government of India. Also recognized by the Automotive Skill Development Council (ASDC), and the Directorate General of Training (DGT), TTTI provides students the opportunity to compete in national and international skill competitions, including the WorldSkills (Skill Olympics). TTTI students have consistently excelled at the global stage—winning medals and Medallions of Excellence in Mechatronics, Prototype Modelling, and Additive Manufacturing from 2015 to 2024, with recent achievements including a Sustainable Practice Award in 2024. 

* Register your name through this link https://forms.office.com/r/UxSGWqBcGU or QR Code scan. (Please keep your recent passport size photo & Internet copy of SSLC marks card ready before clicking on the link) Eligible Candidate will be contacted through registered telephone number.

API Holdings Limited Supercharges Its Digital Health Technology Stack With IBM Instana

API Holdings Limited (“API”), among India’s largest digital healthcare platform and the parent company of the entities owning leading brands such as PharmEasy, Thyrocare, and Retailio, today announced their collaboration with IBM to harness the power of AI-driven automated observability to proactively manage their application stack using IBM Instana. This has empowered API to deliver seamless healthcare services to customers while accelerating time-to-market for new services.

With IBM Instana, API has deployed full-stack, real-time observability across its complex microservices architecture, ensuring rapid incident detection, accelerated root cause analysis, and continuous performance optimization for its consumer and enterprise applications. This has resulted in up to 30% reduction in Mean Time to Resolution (MTTR) for issues, improved developer productivity, and created a scalable observability foundation for future growth of their application landscape.

“IBM Instana has become our command center for incident management - intuitive, developer-friendly, and powerful. From real-time alerts to precise root cause analysis, it plays a central role in maintaining our application uptime ultimately enhancing customer trust. A high confidence on application monitoring and uptime has made more time for our Tech teams to innovate and perform higher value work like rapidly launching new services on its platforms,” said Vivek Kumar Singh, Vice President, Engineering, API.

IBM Instana is currently deployed across three major businesses owned by API - PharmEasy, Thyrocare, and Retailio to monitor a diverse range of mission-critical applications. Its seamless integration with automation systems and collaboration tools ensures real-time alerts through chat platforms and rapid incident resolution via virtual meeting platforms.

“Succeeding in today’s competitive digital healthcare sector demands always-on performance and instant incident resolution. Our work with API exemplifies how having insights-driven visibility of application and infrastructure environments can enable healthcare businesses drive productivity, innovate at pace, stay resilient, and continually deliver value to customers,” said Viswanath Ramaswamy, Vice President, Technology, IBM India & South Asia.

About API Holdings

API Holdings Limited, established in 2019, is India's leading digital healthcare platform, operating a comprehensive ecosystem that addresses diverse healthcare needs. The company's portfolio includes well-known brands such as PharmEasy, Docon, Thyrocare, Retailio, and Aknamed. Under these brands, a range of services are offered, including home delivery of prescription and over-the-counter medicines, teleconsultations, diagnostic and radiology tests. The company's mission is to make quality healthcare accessible and affordable across India by integrating technology with healthcare services.

About IBM

IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM's hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently, and securely. IBM's breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM's long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity, and service. Visit www.ibm.com for more information.

Third Wave Coffee Unveils Summer Collection Of Bobbles, Mango Treats & Sundaes

* From popping boba and tropical lemonades to seasonal mango desserts and sundaes — this new line-up is crafted to offer refreshing options for the warmer months.

Third Wave Coffee has launched its limited-time summer menu featuring a range of refreshing beverages and desserts. The seasonal line-up features Bobbles - drinks infused with juicy popping bobas, along with new Mango Treats & Ice Cream -  each thoughtfully crafted with a contemporary twist for summers.

This Summer Collection brings 9 new Bobbles, combining refreshing flavors with popping bobas for a zesty, guilt-free treat. Most Bobble beverages are also under 100 calories — a refreshing shift that doesn’t compromise on taste. The collection comes as three distinct variants: Bobble Lemonades, available in Mango, Cranberry Hibiscus, and Lychee Jasmine flavors; Bobble Iced Teas, offering a cooling blend of floral and fruity notes; and Bobble Cold Brews, a sweet-meets-caffeinated combination that delivers a distinctly energizing experience. Available in Mango, Lychee Jasmine, and Cranberry Hibiscus, Bobble Cold Brews blend the bold richness of coffee with an unexpected twist of tropical fruit and floral infusions. Each variant is crafted to provide a unique flavour experience, allowing customers to choose based on their preferences.

Third Wave Coffee brings back the OG Mango Milkshake - a creamy, rich classic that captures the true spirit of summers with that rich distinct mango flavour. Customers can also  explore the all new Mango Crème Cheesecake and the Mango Velvet Pudding, both offering a modern, flavourful twist on the conventional mango. The menu also features a curated selection of sundaes available at select outlets, for that extra layer of delight. Chocolate-lovers can dig into the Chocolanche Sundae trio, with the Chocolanche Overload Sundae, Messy Vanilla & Chocolanche Sundae, and Blush Chocolanche Sundae. For those craving something rich and nutty, the Nutcracker Brownie Sundae is the perfect pick-me-up treat. If fruity notes are what you seek, the Banana Split Sundae and Sun-Kissed Sundae offer creamy, bright flavours that hit the spot.

Available for a limited time, the Bobbles and Mango Treats can be enjoyed at all Third Wave Coffee cafés nationwide, while the tempting  Sundaes are exclusively available at select cafes.

About Third Wave Coffee: Third Wave Coffee is a coffee and food QSR brand founded by Sushant Goel, Anirudh Sharma and Ayush Bathwal in 2015. With a commitment to quality and innovation, the homegrown coffee QSR chain has rapidly expanded to over 145 stores nationwide, earning a reputation as one of the fastest-growing coffee brands in the country. Third Wave Coffee is dedicated to providing a high-quality coffee-first experience to its customers across the country with a specific focus on high-quality beans, convenient locations and a technology-enabled consumer experience. Celebrated as a trailblazer in the industry, the brand was recognised as one of the ET Now Best Brands of 2024. For more information, visit Third Wave Coffee at https://www.thirdwavecoffeeroasters.com.