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AION-Tech names Biju Mathews as president and ceo
Veteran tech executive takes charge as firm pivots to platform-led, analytics-driven scale
Hyderabad: AION-Tech Solutions has turned to a seasoned operator to script its next chapter. The listed business intelligence and IT services firm has appointed Biju Mathews as president and chief executive officer, signalling a sharper push towards platform-led growth and long-term value creation.
AION-Tech Solutions Ltd., formerly Goldstone Technologies, framed the move as a strategic reset aimed at accelerating organisational growth and strengthening value creation in a market that rewards scale, predictability and capital discipline.
Mathews arrives with more than 32 years of experience spanning enterprise technology, analytics platforms, digital commerce, media and EV mobility. His career has been built around steering companies through inflection points, strategic resets and business-model transitions, often in high-pressure, margin-sensitive environments. His toolkit includes enterprise strategy, fundraising, partnerships and operational transformation, with a tilt towards shifting firms from services-heavy models to platform, SaaS and analytics-led revenues.
“AION-Tech is entering a pivotal phase of evolution as we sharpen our focus on platform-led growth and long-term value creation. Biju brings clarity of vision, operational maturity, and the leadership depth required to steer the organization through this next chapter. The Board looks forward to working closely with him as we continue to strengthen our strategic positioning and execution focus,” said Chanakya Bellam, director, AION-Tech Solutions.
Mathews most recently served as chief executive officer of ETO Motors, where he helped position the firm in clean mobility. His stint focused on expanding EV fleets, strengthening deployment capabilities and forging partnerships to improve operating efficiency in a capital-intensive sector.
“Technology and data are increasingly central to how enterprises make decisions, drive resilience, and create measurable impact. AION-Tech has a strong foundation and significant opportunity to scale its analytics and platform-led capabilities. I look forward to working closely with our teams and stakeholders to strengthen execution discipline, enhance delivery predictability, deepen client relationships, and build sustainable long-term value,” said Mathews.
Before ETO, Mathews spent over eight years at Abhibus in the online commerce space, serving as chief operating officer and chief strategy officer. There he led business development, sales, marketing and operations, working with the board to scale the platform, widen services and institutionalise performance frameworks in a competitive digital market.
Earlier, he logged nearly two decades at the Indian Express Mumbai Group as vice president, handling business and financial management, restructuring, revenue strategy and operating-model shifts. The mix of digital and infrastructure-linked businesses, the company says, gives him a dual lens on innovation and operational risk.
Known for a hands-on management style and a strong boardroom presence, Mathews has often been tasked with moving firms from founder-led setups to process-driven, institutionally run enterprises. His appointment, AION-Tech argues, underlines a push towards tighter governance, clearer execution and scalable growth.
Founded in 1994, AION-Tech positions itself as a full-stack data analytics and sustainable solutions player, offering services in data planning, sustainability and zero-emission platform development. The pitch is speed and impact—cutting time-to-value so clients can turn data into business outcomes faster.
For AION-Tech, the bet is that disciplined leadership can unlock the next curve of growth. For Mathews, the mandate is blunt: scale up, tighten execution and make the numbers talk. In a market that has little patience for drift, the clock is already ticking.
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Hyundai Venue crosses 1 lakh bookings, adds HX8 Diesel AT variant
New top-spec automatic diesel trim brings ventilated seats, OTA updates and paddle shifters.
MUMBAI: Hyundai Venue just hit the jackpot and upgraded the prize because when you cross 1 lakh bookings, you don’t just celebrate, you throw in paddle shifters and ventilated seats for the ride. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced that the all-new Hyundai Venue has achieved 1 lakh bookings, cementing its strong position in the compact SUV segment. To mark the milestone and further enhance customer choice, the company introduced the new HX8 Diesel Automatic (AT) variant.
The HX8 Diesel AT is powered by the proven U2 1.5L CRDi diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adds a host of premium comfort, safety and convenience features, including:
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-tone leatherette seats with VENUE branding
- Electric 4-way driver seat adjust
- Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
- Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology
- Electric parking brake with auto hold
- Rear disc brakes
- Ambient lighting on crash pad and central console
- Drive mode select (Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow)
- Paddle shifters
HMIL, managing director & CEO Tarun Garg said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai Venue has crossed 1 lakh bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the Venue lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience.”
Backed by Hyundai’s extensive sales and service network, the Venue continues to appeal to buyers seeking a feature-rich, comfortable and future-ready compact SUV. The new variant reinforces HMIL’s focus on delivering advanced technology, safety, comfort and value while adapting to evolving customer preferences.
In a segment where bookings are the real horsepower, Hyundai isn’t just counting milestones, it’s handing drivers an automatic upgrade that makes every journey feel like the victory lap.
