SINGAPORE, March 25, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- TUV SUD, a leading global technical services provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the German Institute of Science and Technology -TUM Asia (GIST – TUM Asia), an affiliate of the Technische Universitat MUnchen (TUM) in Germany on 18 March 2011. Through this MOU, both parties will jointly promote research and development activities in various aspects of electro-mobility, green technologies and battery technology.
The MOU was signed during the first annual TUM CREATE Workshop organized by TUM CREATE. The three-day workshop brought together industry leaders, government agencies, researchers and scientists to discuss the “TUM CREATE Programme on Electromobility in Megacities” initiative. The MOU aims to encourage cooperation and knowledge exchange in areas of testing and research on lithium-ion battery technology and the safety (functional, electrical and chemical) of green technologies. The two organizations will also collaborate in educational, training and consulting projects to set up a training service offer for the public and industry.
Being a global player providing testing, inspection, certification, knowledge services and training services across all industries, TUV SUD has gathered valuable insights through interactions with both industry leaders and end-consumers. In addition, TUV SUD experts preside on international standardization committees that shape the industry future practices. “With the insights and foresights gathered as a global technical solutions provider, TUV SUD is well-placed to support initiatives that will propel the development of green technologies such as electromobility and renewable energy,” said Mr Alex Kraus, Assistant Vice President, Strategic Business Development & Sales, TUV SUD Asia Pacific.
Through this partnership, the two organizations aim to encourage the adoption of green technologies and support industries with specialized training programs. “I am confident that TUV SUD’s extensive industry experience and resources together with GIST-TUM Asia’s reputable knowledge and research network will expedite the development of green technologies.” commented Mr Dirk Eilers, Member of the Board of Management, TUV SUD AG.
Media Contact:
| Ms. Faith Wang Corporate Communication TUV SUD Greater China No. 88 Heng Tong Road, Shanghai 200070 |
Tel.: +86 21 6141 0726 Fax: +86 21 6140 8600 Email: haiyan.wang@tuv-sud.cn Website: http://www.tuv-sud.cn |
Established in Germany over 140 years ago, TUV SUD is one of the world's leading technical services providers offering knowledge services, inspections, testing, expert opinions, certification and training. Approximately 16,000 employees at over 600 locations worldwide provide technology, system and know-how optimization.
TUV SUD has started business in China for around 20 years. So far, TUV SUD has partnered with over 10,000 local manufacturers.
