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LTTS Launches AgenticIQ AI Platform for Engineering

L&T Technology Services (LTTS) has launched AgenticIQ, an end-to-end agentic AI platform designed for engineering and manufacturing organisations.The platform is aimed at helping enterprises move beyond isolated AI pilots by enabling autonomous, multi-agent workflows across engineering, product development, manufacturing, industrial operations and customer experience.AgenticIQ is built on LTTS’ Engineering Intelligence portfolio and converts existing engineering capabilities into specialised, reusable AI agents. Its planning-first architecture is embedded into engineering and production ..

Walplast Invests in Vura Bau Chemie to Expand Portfolio

Walplast Products Pvt. Ltd. has announced a strategic majority investment in Vura Bau Chemie LLP as part of its plans to strengthen and expand its building and construction materials portfolio.Vura Bau Chemie offers a specialised range of tile adhesives, waterproofing solutions and stone-care products. The investment is aligned with Walplast’s long-term strategy to expand its presence across the building materials value chain and address evolving requirements in India’s construction industry.The transaction will strengthen Walplast’s offerings in the tile adhesives and waterproofing segm..

Covestro Joins KOLLEKT Circular Automotive Research Project

Covestro has joined the KOLLEKT research project, a three-year initiative focused on developing recyclable automotive lighting, mechatronic and electronic components through circular product design and advanced recycling technologies.The project brings together FORVIA HELLA as coordinator alongside BMW, Covestro, Geba, Fraunhofer IEM, Fraunhofer UMSICHT, the University of Paderborn, Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences, Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf and SW Maschinenservice.Running from June 2026 to May 2029, KOLLEKT is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Research, Technol..