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Maruti Suzuki spotlights hybrid technology in a new campaign
Mumbai: Maruti Suzuki India, the automobile manufacturer, announced the launch of its latest brand campaign – ‘IT’S UNBELIEVABLE. IT’S STRONG HYBRID.’ Featuring the advanced Grand Vitara and the extraordinary Invicto, the campaign stems from a simple yet powerful thought: ‘the extraordinary benefits of Strong Hybrid technology’. The campaign has been conceptualised to educate consumers about Maruti Suzuki’s commitment to bring technologies that not only benefit its consumers but also foster a sustainable environment. The campaign demonstrates how Maruti Suzuki Strong Hybrid technology, harmoniously blends electric mobility with an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), harnessing the power of both under various driving conditions.
With the ability to be 60 per cent on EV mode under city driving conditions, the technology delivers an eco-friendly and remarkably silent drive experience. Strong Hybrid technology also offers unmatched fuel efficiency providing a range of more than 1200 km in a full tank and significantly lower carbon emissions.
Commenting on the launch of the new campaign, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd’s senior executive officer, of marketing and sales Shashank Srivastava said, “Strong hybrid vehicles are pivotal in propelling sustainable mobility forward, and our latest campaign is crafted to educate our audiences on the unbelievable benefits this sophisticated technology offers. The surge in demand for strong hybrid technology vehicles, nearly doubling from last year, underscores a growing eco-consciousness among consumers. The increasing demand for sustainable transportation among consumers also translates into Strong Hybrid sales almost matching those of electric vehicles for this financial year. Through this initiative, we endeavour to arm consumers with comprehensive insights into the beneficial attributes of Strong Hybrid vehicles.”
What sets Strong Hybrid cars apart is the incorporation of regenerative braking technology, a game-changer that converts braking energy into electricity. In suitable conditions, Strong Hybrid technology lets the vehicle seamlessly operate in electric mode, significantly reducing emissions and promoting a cleaner, eco-friendly driving experience, allowing consumers to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. Not only does the Strong Hybrid technology reduce fuel consumption and tailpipe emissions, but it also instils confidence in long-distance travel, providing peace of mind and convenience.
The brand campaign kicks off with the unveiling of a captivating TV commercial that encapsulates the essence of driving a Maruti Suzuki Strong Hybrid car. The TVC, broadcasted across various platforms, aims to bring forth the benefits of Strong Hybrid technology, emphasising Maruti Suzuki’s commitment to a sustainable, greener, and more efficient future.
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Boeing appoints Barun as head of FP&A for global engineering function
Seasoned finance leader to steer budgets and strategy across global centres
BENGALURU: Boeing’s finance cockpit has a new pilot, and he is no stranger to turbulence or transformation. Boeing has appointed Barun as head of FP&A for global engineering, placing him at the centre of financial strategy for its worldwide engineering and technology operations.
Based in Bengaluru, Barun steps into a role that is as expansive as it is critical. He will serve as the primary finance lead for Boeing’s Engineering and Technology Centers globally, working closely with executive leadership to shape financial decisions, manage complex budgets, and design scalable finance processes that support the company’s growing engineering footprint.
In a note announcing his move Barun said, “I’m excited to share that I’ve joined Boeing Global Engineering. This opportunity is incredibly meaningful to me not just from a professional standpoint, but also for what Boeing represents globally.” He added that he looks forward to contributing to an organisation that continues to shape the future of aerospace and innovation.
Barun’s mandate spans strategic financial leadership, operational oversight, and stakeholder engagement. From directing large-scale budgets and schedules to influencing long-term organisational goals, the role blends financial discipline with business foresight. He will also lead cross-functional teams and partner with finance colleagues worldwide to support engineering programmes across geographies, including India.
The appointment caps a long stint at Juniper Networks, where Barun spent over a decade, most recently as finance senior manager. There, he led FP&A for global product business units and G&A functions, driving budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. He also played a key role in enterprise-wide transformation, including spearheading an Oracle to SAP ERP migration and building advanced analytics capabilities using tools such as Tableau and SAP Analytics Cloud.
His earlier career includes finance leadership roles at Sony India Software Centre, Cognizant Technology Solutions, and Mphasis, where he focused on financial planning, governance frameworks, and operational efficiency across global delivery centres.
A chartered accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Barun brings nearly two decades of experience across financial planning, digital transformation, and analytics-led decision making.
His appointment comes at a time when global engineering operations are becoming increasingly complex and distributed, requiring sharper financial oversight and agile planning. With Barun at the helm of FP&A for engineering, Boeing appears to be tightening its financial playbook as it looks to scale innovation with discipline.
