Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Wipro 3D Partner to Launch Additive Manufacturing Training Hub in Karnataka

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) and Wipro 3D have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish an advanced manufacturing Centre of Excellence (CoE) at the Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI) in Bidadi, Karnataka. The hub will focus on additive manufacturing, skill development, and bridging the gap between academia and industry.

The initiative aims to create a future-ready workforce by equipping students and professionals with hands-on training in Industry 4.0 technologies, including additive manufacturing, design for AM, and advanced production techniques. It also supports India’s Skill India and Make in India missions.
Key Highlights of the Partnership

• MoU Signed: April 10, 2026
• Location: Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI), Bidadi, Karnataka
• Focus Area: Additive manufacturing and advanced manufacturing technologies
• Objective: Establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for training and skill development
• Partners: Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Wipro 3D

Goals of the Training Hub

• Skill Development: Hands-on training in additive manufacturing and advanced production
• Industry-Academia Collaboration: Strengthening ties between vocational education and industrial practice
• Future-Ready Workforce: Preparing talent for smart factories and sustainable manufacturing
• Applied Learning: Exposure to real-world production environments

Strategic Importance -

• For Toyota Kirloskar Motor: Aligns with Toyota’s global push toward digital transformation and sustainable manufacturing.
• For Wipro 3D: Expands its footprint in industrial 3D printing and advanced manufacturing solutions.
• For India: Supports the government’s Skill India and Make in India initiatives by nurturing a workforce trained in cutting-edge technologies. 

 Impact

Aspect	Impact
Education	Enhances vocational training with advanced manufacturing modules
Industry	Builds a pipeline of skilled professionals for automotive and allied sectors
Technology	Promotes adoption of additive manufacturing in mainstream production
Economy	Strengthens India’s competitiveness in Industry 4.0 and global supply chains

The Toyota Kirloskar–Wipro 3D CoE marks a significant step in India’s journey toward advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0 readiness. By combining Toyota’s automotive expertise with Wipro 3D’s additive manufacturing capabilities, the initiative is poised to create a future-ready workforce and strengthen India’s position in global manufacturing innovation.