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Hitachi Payment Services appoints Anup Neogi as its MD and CEO
Mumbai: Hitachi Payment Services, India’s leading end-to-end payments and commerce solutions provider, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Writer Corporation’s Cash Management Business and unveiled its new name – Hitachi Cash Management Services, in line with Hitachi’s single brand identity. Hitachi Cash Management Services Pvt Ltd. would be a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Payment Services Pvt Ltd.
This acquisition will enhance Hitachi Payment Services’ market position as a holistic provider of payments and commerce solutions, further strengthening its value proposition to financial institutions and merchants.
Hitachi Cash Management Services would offer ATM Cash Replenishment services for Financial Institutions and Retail Cash Management Services (RCM) for retail outlets. With a strong network of close to 40,000 touchpoints including ATMs and Retail spanning 25 states across 1,500 locations, Hitachi Cash Management Services’ end-to-end offerings are tailored to meet the needs of financial institutions and retailers, helping them manage their day-to-day cash related requirements in a seamless and efficient manner.
Hitachi Payment Services MD & chief executive officer – cash business Sumil Vikamsey said, “We are committed to providing solutions that effectively meet the varied needs of our customers. Through Hitachi Cash Management Services, we will be able to deliver comprehensive services to financial institutions and retail merchants, furthering our vision of becoming an end-to-end payments and commerce solutions provider.”
“We are also happy to introduce Anup Neogi as the Managing Director and CEO of Hitachi Cash Management Services. Anup’s exceptional career trajectory and extensive experience in the Cash Management space makes him an exemplary leader, poised to steer the company towards new heights of success.”
“I am delighted to lead Hitachi Cash Management Services during this dynamic phase of growth and innovation in the payments space. We aim to provide best-in-class services to our customers, through a customer-focused approach which is high on transparency, cost-effectiveness and value creation. With our deep understanding of customer needs and technology-led approach, our offerings will enable customers to gain a competitive edge”, said Hitachi Cash Management Services managing director & chief executive officer Anup Neogi.
Hitachi Payment Services is a pioneer in the payment industry in India, offering a comprehensive range of payment solutions including ATM Services, Cash Recycling Machines, White Label ATMs, POS Solutions, Payment Gateway Solutions, Toll & Transit Solutions as well as innovative offerings such as HPY UPI Universe, SoftPOS, Value Added Services, AI & ML based solutions, HPY Sigma – next-gen mobile based merchant platform and HPY Neo – UPI ATM. The company is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving financial inclusion across India.
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Hyundai and TVS Motor partner to develop electric three wheelers
Joint development pact targets last mile mobility with localisation push
MUMBAI: Three wheels, one big ambition and a charge towards the future. Hyundai Motor Company and TVS Motor Company have signed a joint development agreement to co-create electric three-wheelers (E3Ws), aiming to crack India’s complex last-mile mobility puzzle. The collaboration moves beyond concept talk into execution mode, building on the E3W prototype first showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. The goal now is clear, design, develop and commercialise a purpose-built vehicle tailored to Indian roads, riders and realities.
Under the agreement, Hyundai will lead design and co-development, bringing its global R&D muscle and human-centric engineering approach to the table. TVS Motor, meanwhile, will anchor the product on its electric platform, leveraging deep three-wheeler expertise and local market insight. It will also handle manufacturing and sales in India, with an eye on exports down the line.
The timing is strategic. India remains the world’s largest three-wheeler market, where affordability, durability and adaptability often outweigh sheer innovation. The upcoming E3W aims to strike that balance combining advanced technology with practical features such as adaptive ground clearance for monsoon-hit roads, improved thermal management for tropical climates, and flexible interiors suited for passengers, cargo or emergency use.
A key pillar of the partnership is localisation. Major components will be sourced and manufactured within India, a move expected to strengthen the domestic supply chain, create jobs, lower costs and improve after-sales support.
The shift from prototype to production will involve rigorous testing, certification and refinement to meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations. Dedicated cross-functional teams from both companies are already in place to accelerate timelines.
At a broader level, the tie-up reflects a growing trend in mobility, global players partnering with local specialists to navigate emerging markets. For Hyundai and TVS, the bet is that combining scale with street-level insight could unlock a new chapter in sustainable urban transport, one that runs not just on electricity, but on relevance.
