Continental's In-house R&D centre, Technical Centre India achieved a remarkable double win at the 15th edition of the Zinnov Awards 2024 under two categories: Unlocking Centre Value and Great Place to Innovate. These awards highlight Continental's commitment to driving innovation, enhancing business performance, and nurturing a culture of creativity and innovation within its Engineering, Research, and Development (ER&D) centres, shaping the future of mobility.

 This year, the awards saw more than 470 nominations from over 200 companies across 9 categories focused on innovation, customer centricity, excellence, and intrapreneurial leadership. A panel of fifty industry experts was set up who rigorously evaluated the award entries over two months to select the winners.

 The Zinnov Awards acknowledge the titans in technology—both individuals and organisations from the Indian GCC ecosystem. The platform not only celebrates visionaries and changemakers who have been creating an impact on a global scale but also honours individuals pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence. These awards document the stories of influential leaders, from established players to rising stars.

Speaking on the award win, Latha Chembrakalam, Head of Continental's Technical Centre India (TCI), said, "It is an immense honour for Continental to be recognised in the categories of Unlocking Centre Value and Great Place to Innovate. These awards reflect our firm commitment to leveraging our Engineering, Research, and Development (ER&D) centres' capabilities to drive innovation and create a dynamic environment where creativity flourishes. At Technical Centre India, we constantly strive to push the boundaries of technology and innovation and set new standards for excellence. This recognition is also a testament to our commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and creativity."