Sankhya InfoTech expands operations in the US, Singapore

With a renewed focus on aerospace and defence sector, Hyderabad-based Sankhya InfoTech Limited, a simulation and Cloud-based training management solutions provider, on Wednesday announced the expansion of its footprint into the US and Singapore markets.

As part of the aggressive growth initiative, the company will also strengthen its presence in Europe and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

Sankhya Infotech also announced a new analytics and Artificial Intelligence-based solution that predicts specific training needs, customised for an individual, over an immersive experience.

"Whether it's the simulation of a fighter jet aircraft engine for maintenance that covers over a million parts and thousand sub-systems for maintenance purposes or a platform to implement world's first Evidence-Based Training to Etihad Airways, we are intent on shaping the future of training technology," said Sridhar Krishna, Chairman and Managing Director, Sankhya Infotech.

Over 1.5 million users across 50 global locations are empowered by Sankhya's innovative technology and solutions.

The firm which registered an annual turnover of Rs 161.6 crore in the last fiscal, also announced new Board of Directors with former Microsoft chairman Bhaskar Pramanik, NetApp India and Saarc President Anil Valluri and Ravindran Govindan, Founder of Mercatus Capital Pte Ltd.

"My global experience at technology majors Microsoft, Oracle and Sun Microsystems will help Sankhya scale operations profitably," said Pramanik.

Founded in 1997, Sankhya Infotech has had a strong presence in aerospace and defense sector, working with leaders like Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Etihad and Safran Aircraft Engines (previously Snecma).

"With over 32 years in high-tech industry in marketing, sales and general management, I look forward to adding value to Sankhya's market growth and technology expansion plans," said Valluri.

--IANS

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