Automotive Research Institute Collaborates with French Car Research Institute to Develop Future Vehicles

Na Seung-sik, President of the Korea Automotive Technology Institute, and Jerome Paschal, CTO of UTAC Group, are posing for a commemorative photo after signing a business agreement on the 4th (local time).

[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Dae-yeol] On the 4th (local time), the Korea Automotive Technology Institute signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with France's UTAC Group to strengthen cooperation in future mobility technologies.

As part of technological cooperation to enhance competitiveness in future automotive technologies, under this MOU, the two parties agreed to conduct joint research, develop future car technology applications, test and develop verification methods for Connected Autonomous Vehicle (CAV) technology and automotive cybersecurity. They also promised to exchange human resources between the two institutions.

UTAC Group, established in 1945, is France's largest automotive research institute. It operates research facilities in six locations worldwide, including Techmo, a dedicated connected autonomous driving research center established in 2019, and the Millbrook Automotive Research Centre in the UK, acquired in 2020. Over 550 experts are responsible for future technology development and more.

The signing ceremony was attended by Na Seung-sik, President of the Korea Automotive Technology Institute, and Jerome Farsal, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of UTAC Group. President Na stated, "Through this cooperation, we will enhance competitiveness in core future mobility technologies and strengthen our role as a facilitator connecting and supporting domestic and international partners."

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