In a move that signals India’s deepening role in global automation and robotics, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd (Sona Comstar) and Germany-based NEURA Robotics GmbH have entered into a partnership to co-develop advanced robots and humanoids for industrial and global applications. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed recently in Metzingen, Germany.
A New Chapter in Indo-German Technology Collaboration
The collaboration seeks to industrialise next-generation robotic technologies by merging NEURA’s expertise in cognitive and intelligent robotics with Sona Comstar’s precision engineering and large-scale manufacturing capabilities. The companies plan to design and produce key components, sub-assemblies, and automation systems that can be deployed in India and international markets.
The initiative also aligns with India’s vision of strengthening its robotics and automation ecosystem and promoting ‘Made in India’ innovations for global industries — a key goal in the country’s ongoing technological transformation.
Strategic Diversification for Sona Comstar
Speaking about the development, Vivek Vikram Singh, Managing Director and Group CEO of Sona Comstar, said the collaboration marks a natural expansion for the company beyond its automotive roots. He noted that the partnership reflects the firm’s commitment to intelligent manufacturing and advanced mobility technologies, positioning India as a serious player in the global robotics supply chain.
Innovation Meets Scale
For David Reger, Founder and CEO of NEURA Robotics, the partnership represents a fusion of innovation and scalability. He said the alliance brings together “two companies with complementary strengths” — NEURA’s breakthroughs in human–machine collaboration and Sona Comstar’s ability to scale production for global markets. The joint effort, he added, aims to redefine how robotic systems are developed, manufactured, and deployed.
Rising Wave of Robotics in India
The partnership comes amid a surge in interest in AI-driven automation. With the falling cost of computing power and rapid advances in perception and control technologies, robotics is moving from niche industrial use to mainstream manufacturing, logistics, and service applications. India’s expanding electronics, auto, and manufacturing sectors are expected to benefit from such collaborations that integrate German precision with Indian production strength.
