December 2024 — ALTEN China once again won the "AUTOSAR China Hub Excellent Contribution Award of the Year." This honor recognizes the company"s continued support for the AUTOSAR China Center in the past year and its outstanding contribution to promoting the development of China"s automotive industry. This is also the third consecutive year that ALTEN China has won this award, once again demonstrating its technological leadership and industry influence in automotive electronics.

Lawrence Kole 

ALTEN Asia COO, ALTEN China CEO

Close cooperation with AUTOSAR is one of the key drivers of ALTEN"s development. We focus on providing industry-leading software development and testing solutions to promote continuous innovation and progress in the automotive industry. Recognition by AUTOSAR China Center for three consecutive years is not only a recognition of our efforts but also demonstrates our strong strength in automotive software. Over the past decade, we have accumulated valuable experience in the automotive industry. In the future, we will continue to create value for customers with enthusiasm and expertise, and help the automotive industry fully embrace the intelligent and digital future.

Collaborating for Growth, Deepening Engagement

The "AUTOSAR China Hub Excellent Contribution Award of the Year" is designed to recognize companies or organizations that have actively supported the AUTOSAR China Center over the past year, participated in its activities, and made significant contributions to its development. This award not only acknowledges the achievements of the recipients but also fully recognizes their efforts in promoting the standardization of AUTOSAR architecture, enhancing the technological capabilities of the Chinese automotive industry, and driving innovation within the sector.

Simon (right in the picture), the Associate Business Director of ALTEN China, attended the award ceremony on behalf of the company

As a globally renowned engineering and technology services vendor, ALTEN Group has consistently been at the forefront of advancing the development of the AUTOSAR organization and its architecture since joining AUTOSAR. As a Premium Partner of AUTOSAR, ALTEN Group has participated in multiple working groups, contributing to the development of technical standards in core areas such as functional safety, in-vehicle communication, and diagnostics. In these areas, ALTEN has also provided significant contributions in terms of R&D resources and talent support. Whether domestically or internationally, ALTEN"s technical teams continue to lead the industry, playing a crucial role in driving innovation in automotive electronics.

In the Chinese market, ALTEN Group has leveraged its technical expertise and industry experience to play an integral role in the establishment and operation of the AUTOSAR China Center. As a key partner of the China Center, ALTEN not only participated in the founding process but also assumed management responsibilities, helping to develop and promote several key standards and technical documents. Throughout this process, ALTEN Group has provided a wealth of technical solutions and worked closely with local enterprises and automotive manufacturers to ensure the localization of the AUTOSAR architecture and its seamless integration with global technologies.

Driving Innovation, Strengthening Automotive Industry Collaboration

Currently, ALTEN China is working closely with several leading automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and technology companies, particularly in areas such as chassis control, autonomous driving, and in-vehicle infotainment systems, to advance relevant software development projects. Through these initiatives, ALTEN provides high-quality software solutions to its clients and supports their digital transformation, helping to enhance technology in areas like vehicle intelligence and electrification. With its experience in implementing AUTOSAR standards, ALTEN has assisted clients in overcoming technical challenges across system architecture design and software development, improving both project efficiency and quality.

It is worth noting that ALTEN Group’s strong technical expertise in areas such as functional safety, in-vehicle communication, and diagnostics enables it to effectively support the rapid development of emerging technologies, including autonomous driving and connected vehicles. Through its ongoing involvement in the development and improvement of AUTOSAR technical standards, ALTEN has assisted numerous companies within the industry.

The presentation of the "AUTOSAR China Hub Excellent Contribution Award of the Year"  is a testament to the high recognition of ALTEN’s exceptional contributions in promoting AUTOSAR architecture standardization, supporting technological progress in China’s automotive industry, and fostering global collaboration. ALTEN will continue to uphold its innovation-driven development approach, leveraging its extensive experience in implementing AUTOSAR projects to contribute further to the industry’s advancement. We sincerely thank the AUTOSAR organization for its trust and support, and ALTEN welcomes more partners to engage with us for collaboration, working together to lead the way in the intelligent and digital transformation of the automotive industry, driving technological breakthroughs and innovation, and making a lasting contribution to the sustainable development of the automotive sector.

About AUTOSAR

AUTOSAR (Automotive Open System Architecture) is a global development partnership comprising automotive manufacturers,suppliers, and companies from the electronics, semiconductor, and software industries. Since 2003, AUTOSAR has been focused on developing and introducing an open, standardized software platform for the automotive industry. By simplifying the replacement and upgrading of both software and hardware, AUTOSAR has established a reliable foundation for managing the increasingly complex electronic and software systems in vehicles. Additionally, by fostering a competitive collaboration among its partners, AUTOSAR enhances cost efficiency. Core partners of AUTOSAR include BMW Group, Bosch, Continental, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, General Motors, Stellantis, Toyota, and Volkswagen Group. Alongside these companies, over 360 partners play an essential role in the operation of the AUTOSAR partnership and can freely access AUTOSAR’s standards. AUTOSAR China Center, one of three global regional hubs, was officially established in 2022 to better support and serve its partners in China.