Hyundai Motor Group, in collaboration with Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), has inaugurated the Corporate Lab at the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Centre Singapore (HMGICS). This pioneering initiative in Singapore’s automotive manufacturing sector is set to drive advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and smart manufacturing.
Situated within HMGICS, the Corporate Lab serves as a hub for research and development (R&D) and proof-of-concept activities. It aims to integrate cutting-edge technologies directly into factory operations, thereby accelerating innovation cycles. “The Corporate Lab marks an important milestone in bringing this vision to life,” stated Juncheul Jung, Executive Vice President at Hyundai Motor Group.
The collaboration combines Hyundai’s automotive expertise with NTU’s research capabilities and A*STAR’s deep-tech knowledge. The lab will focus on developing AI for smart manufacturing, robotics to enhance production efficiency, and 3D printing for auto parts. It also aims to improve defect detection and inspection accuracy through intelligent robotic systems.
Hyun Sung Park, CEO of HMGICS, emphasised the lab’s role in fostering talent development and creating high-value jobs. By engaging local small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the lab seeks to bolster Singapore’s R&D ecosystem and advance the Group’s Software-Defined Factory (SDF) vision.
The Corporate Lab is expected to set a new benchmark for industry-academia-government collaborations, strengthening local R&D capabilities and training the next generation in advanced manufacturing technologies.
