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National Engineering Industries Ltd. opens Global Technology Center in Germany through its Subsidiary NBC Global

Centre to focus on application engineering, product development and manufacturing technology in the automobile and industrial space

Enables NBC Bearings in India with competitive advantage through a wider network and advanced technical knowledge

Jaipur, 22nd September 2022: National Engineering Industries Ltd. (NEI) – part of the US$ 2.4 billion CK Birla Group and manufacturer of NBC brand of bearings, India’s leading bearings manufacturer and exporter, today announced the launch of its Global Technology Center (GTC) in Würzburg (Wuerzburg), Bavaria (Germany) through its subsidiary NBC Global.



The technology center will focus on application engineering, product development and manufacturing technology in the automobile and industrial space. It will support the company’s global and Europe-based OEM customers as well as act as an extended arm for NBC Bearings in India by driving innovation, speed in implementation of new ideas, response to customer requirements and addressing market requirements. The GTC was launched on the sidelines of IAA Transportation 2022 currently underway at Hanover, Germany.

A competence center approach at the GTC will have dedicated teams work on relevant customer application in e-Motors & eMobility bearings, wheel-end bearings, drivetrain bearings and manufacturing process development.

“It is a moment of great pride as we start our very first Global Technology Center to focus on customer-centered bearings, an integral component to every kind of machinery,” said Rohit Saboo, President & CEO, National Engineering Industries Ltd. “To have this centre located in Germany, world’s automotive hub of innovation, gives NBC Bearings a strategic advantage of collaborating directly with our global customers which are some of the leading automotive makers offering products tailored to their needs, accelerating response and go to market time,” he added.

Dr. Lokesh Agrawal, Vice President and Head of R&D, National Engineering Industries Ltd. said, “This is an important milestone for NBC as we continue our journey to be a global player. We have put together a team of very talented and accomplished engineers who will be innovating the future products in the automotive and industrial space.”

Andreas Knopf, Head of Global Technology Centre, NBC Global (Germany) GmbH said, “This centre will provide a strong impetus for growth to NBC, both from customer proximity and technology perspective. We will be partnering with customers to develop products for higher speed, durability and for longer service life.”

To capitalize on the synergies, GTC will also work in close cooperation with NBC Global’s entity in Slovakia, Kinex bearings (a major global supplier of standard and special rolling bearings for various industrial and railways applications with reach to more than 80 countries).

About NBC Global Ag NBC Global is a wholly-owned subsidiary of National Engineering Industries Ltd. NBC Global has teams comprising of bearing solutions, customer support, business development, engineering and supply chain resources across Europe and USA.

About National Engineering Industries Ltd (NBC Bearings) Founded in 1946, National Engineering Industries Ltd (NEI), is a part of the US$ 2.4 bn CK Birla group and manufacturer of NBC brand of bearings. Enabling sustainability by making movement more efficient, NEI is India’s largest manufacturer and exporter of bearings with production of 200 Mn bearings annually in over 2300+ variants for application across automotive, railways, aerospace and industrial segments to serve customers in more than 30 countries. It also serves the Indian aftermarket through a countrywide network of over 550 authorized stockists and thousands of retailers.

Headquartered in Jaipur, India NEI is the only bearings manufacturer in the world to win the prestigious Deming Grand Prize (2015). With an employee strength of over 2,800 and five manufacturing plants in Jaipur (2), Newai (Rajasthan), Manesar (Haryana) and Vadodara (Gujarat), NEI is equipped with global manufacturing and process technology and has one of the best R&D centres in India. Apart from being technologically advanced, the company practices methods of sustainability by using alternate sources of energy and increasing the efficiency of the manufacturing process by leveraging on the power of digitisation. NBC Bearings is committed to be carbon neutral by 2039.

In 2020, National Engineering Industries Ltd, acquired Kinex bearings in Europe through it’s subsidiary NBC Global Ag, to enhance, diversify and provide best-in-class products to its existing and potential customers. In 2022, NBC Global Ag opened it’s Global Technology Centre in Germany to support innovation and provide support to NEI’s global growth. For details, visit: https://nbcbearings.com/
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Auto Industry Anticipates Steel Prices To Cool Off Post Duty Revisions

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National Engineering Industries Ltd, one of the country’s largest homegrown bearings manufacturers, believes the recent announcement to be a positive move for the auto manufacturing industry, as it might lead to a recovery in gross margins.
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Living up to our motto of ‘Lambi race ke liye!’

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Over 300 people from NBC Bearings participated in the Jaipur Marathon to mark its spirit of “Lambi Race Ke Liye”

Inspiring people to run for health and fitness while aligning with the goal of long and healthy life

Jaipur, 13Mar, 2022: Over 300 people from National Engineering Industries Ltd. (NEI), part of USD 2.4 billion diversified CK Birla Group participated in the Jaipur marathon, which is in its 13th edition in 2022. NBC bearings have been a regular attendee in this event since its inception and have once again participated to encourage the spirit of long and healthy life through its campaign “Lambi Race KeLilye”. Being India’s first bearing manufacturing brand started in 1946, NBC bearings is a synonym for quality, trust and reliability. Part of the CK Birla Group, it is one of the oldest Industries that was set up in the city of Jaipur in 1946. It aligns with my passion to contribute to the greater cause while bringing positive change. Reflecting the ideology of “in it for the long run”, it also marks the excellence and strength of the bearing products that are catered to diverse industries ranging from railways, automobiles, steel, to aeronautics.

About National Engineering Industries Ltd (NEI)

Founded in 1946, National Engineering Industries Ltd (NEI) is India’s leading bearings manufacturer and exporter, renowned for excellence in quality and delivery. Headquartered in Jaipur, NEI is an integral part of the US$ 2.4 bn CK Birla Group. Having started with 30,000 bearings in 19 sizes in 1946, NEI has evolved to manufacture over 200 million bearings each year offered in more than 2300 variants to serve a host of customers across India and 30 other countries across five continents. NEI acquired Kinex bearings in 2020 through its wholly-owned European subsidiary. Leading customers from the US, South Africa, Russia Germany, Brazil, Japan and Australia, etc. have entrusted NEI with their critical product requirements. NEI also serves the Indian aftermarket through a countrywide network of 550 authorized stockists. With an employee strength of over 2,800 and five manufacturing plants in Jaipur, Newai (Rajasthan), Manesar (Haryana) and Vadodara (Gujarat), NEI is equipped with global manufacturing and process technology and one of the best R&D centres in the country.
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National Engineering Industries Limited (NEI) organizes 7th Edition of Idea Factory to Inspire and Mobilize Indian Engineering Students

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Winning team will get a cash reward of INR 1,50,000. The registrations are open till 15th February

Jaipur, 8th February 2022: National Engineering Industries Ltd. (NEI), part of USD 2.4 billion diversified CK Birla Group is inviting participation for their ongoing 7th edition Idea Factory- the brand’s flagship contest organised for young engineering students. Conducted virtually, the Idea Factory contest aims to inspire and mobilize young minds to innovate out of the box ideas.

Applicants will be able to register for the contest through the official Idea Factory website: https://ideafactory.nbcbearings.com till February 15, 2022.

For achieving the winner title and cash rewards, shortlisted applicants will be put through technical and skill-based tests in the form of quizzes, idea pitch submissions, and virtual presentations. Shortlisted teams will be assigned mentors from NEI who will guide them to nurture their idea. These teams will be judged by NEI’s leadership team on parameters like innovation, suitability of idea and final presentation. The winning team will be presented with a cash reward of INR 1,50,000, followed by the first runners-up receiving INR 1,00,000/- and the second runners-up getting the cash prize of INR 50,000.

Sharing his views on this event, Rohit Saboo, President & CEO, National Engineering Industries Ltd, said, “We are elated and proud to enter the 7th season of NEI-idea Factory. Through this one-of-a-kind contest, we aim to build a legacy of innovation for young disruptive Indian talent. Over the years, we have seen immense talent and creativity shine through our participants. We are confident that this year will be no different.

Recent pandemic has brought uncertainty across various realms of life. New normal demands digital and technological shift for maintaining sustainability in businesses. Over the years technology-led innovations have dominated the business space. We believe the trend will continue, and we will see many submissions and practical usage of artificial intelligence, big data, and machine learning in solving some of the everyday challenges.”

The competition, launched in the year 2015, strives to identify and train young Indian talent. The 6th Edition of the contest saw participation from over 100 teams from Engineering institutes across the country. Of those who participated, 48 teams were shortlisted, with 11 teams reaching the final round.

About National Engineering Industries Ltd (NEI)
Founded in 1946, National Engineering Industries Ltd (NEI) is India’s leading bearings manufacturer and exporter, renowned for excellence in quality and delivery. Headquartered in Jaipur, NEI is an integral part of the US$ 2.4 bn CK Birla Group. Having started with 30,000 bearings in 19 sizes in 1946, NEI has evolved to manufacture over 200 million bearings each year offered in more than 2300 variants to serve a host of customers across India and 30 other countries across five continents. NEI acquired Kinex bearings in 2020 through its wholly-owned European subsidiary. Leading customers from the US, South Africa, Russia Germany, Brazil, Japan and Australia, etc. have entrusted NEI with their critical product requirements. NEI also serves the Indian aftermarket through a countrywide network of 550 authorized stockists. With an employee strength of over 2,800 and five manufacturing plants in Jaipur, Newai (Rajasthan), Manesar (Haryana) and Vadodara (Gujarat), NEI is equipped with global manufacturing and process technology and is one of the best R&D centres in the country.

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Diversity and Inclusion at NEI

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The Buzzing Trend

Every corner of the world is echoing the new age trend of Diversity and Inclusion (D&I)—an agenda NEI of the C.K. Birla Group pioneered in the automotive industry which is often associated with being a masculine industry. As a leader, it fills me with pride to acknowledge that NEI is recognized among India’s Top 30 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing. This certification is a testimony to our people-focused approach. Our endeavor lies in creating world-class people practices fostering a high-performance culture at work, where we weave in the valid cause of D&I at every step.

Our Initiatives

With steep company growth backed by an employee strength of over 2,800 and 5 manufacturing plants in Jaipur, Newai (Rajasthan), Manesar (Haryana), and Vadodara (Gujarat), NEI is equipped with global bearing manufacturing and process technology and one of the best R&D centers in the country. NEI’s best people practices encompass employee wellness programs, rewards and employee recognition, and work-life balance. It also provides a wide range of leadership development and performance enhancement programs for the talent cohorts. The company continues to focus on strengthening its HR practices to create and sustain a quality and unbiased work environment that is effective in ensuring employee motivation, and a direct correlation to productive output.

Despite grappling with the devastating impact post the unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic, as a company we have not faltered in raising the bar for gender equality in terms of organizational structure and roles. We stand strong in creating a sense of belonging as an absolute necessity to bring about cohesiveness within teams, fueling the growth of diversity and inclusion not as a mere KRA to tick off but as a genuine objective from the perspective of society at large. NEI has been exemplary in this regard and stands by its motto of giving back to society by creating value.

In order to motivate young women and develop their engineering potential, from hiring graduate engineer trainees in the form of fresh talent across the verticals of R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing to bringing into existence an NEI women network specially designed for women of NEI to give them the opportunity to express their opinions and concerns in terms of parenting, health, wellness, or flexible ways of working—NEI has it all in place. To break the myth of work being determined by gender as per capability, we developed a model line to be run by women (POC) for the Vadodara Plant and Jaipur Plant. In the case of the Newai Plant, way back one shift was exclusively controlled by females, and even today individual lines are being run by them. We respect the value of family, which is why we have arranged for Kilkari Creche, NEI’s day care facility, with the purpose of creating a tension-free and balanced life for working parents. We ensure more involvement of women in our key activities that strive towards the aspect of a lean organizational structure. I take pride in the fact that we have two females who are part of the current CEO circle. Women form an integral part of our cross-functional projects as well.

 

Extending the Scope
The scope for organizational growth in a diverse and all-inclusive environment of talent, where bias either conscious or unconscious is overcome, is infinite. We pledge to continue supporting the cause of diversity and inclusion in several ways going forward. Expanding the pool of diverse talent through bridging gender gaps, innovation, and committing to transformative change is our onward vision.

Just as cricket was originally considered to be ‘a gentleman’s game’, but is now an increasingly popular women’s sport, NEI has walked the extra mile to include an increasing number of women into a hardcore technical ecosystem that was traditionally believed to be only ‘a man’s job’—a myth successfully busted.