Sudhir Deshpande Email & Phone Number

Pune, Mh, In

Pune, Maharashtra, India

As a seasoned professional in the automotive industry, I specialize in complete Type Approval of automotive vehicles for key markets, including India, Europe, the US, Canada, MEA, ASEAN, and EEU countries. My expertise extends across various propulsion technologies, encompassing fossil fuel, CNG, LPG, electric, hydrogen, and more.Key Achievements:- Successfully established and managed homologation and regulations activities for new companies entering the Indian market.- Orchestrated the import/export of test vehicles for comprehensive validation and homologation testing.- Formulated and implemented strategies for optimizing customs duty on imported components and vehicles.- Fostered effective liaison with government authorities and testing agencies globally, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.I am currently open to collaborative opportunities and welcome engagements that contribute to the advancement of automotive homologation and regulatory compliance. Let's connect and explore synergies in the dynamic automotive landscape. Open for Collaborations

Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam

Managing complete Homologation for all Electric Passenger Cars, Bus and 2 wheeler for Europe, USA and Canada Market.

Peugeot Citroën Automobiles Motors India Pvt. Ltd, Chennai, India

- Complete Vehicle Regulations for India- Complete Vehicle Homologation for CBU / CKD model and for India Programmes in India and overseas

Mumbai Area, India

Regulatory Affairs :-Lead from Regulatory affairs for NSC transitionNetworking with Key authoritieso Create business contacts with SIAM officials & Members, Testing Agencies (Inside and outside India), BIS, DGFT, State Government, MORTH, Customs, RTO, UKTI etc..o Dealing with different Government agencies for getting various approvals & permission.Product Regulationso Keeping track of all the existing, proposed & new product regulations.o Technical Council (Frontier Technology, EV and HEV, Recycling, Diesel Image, Gaseous Fuels, Auto infotronics, Styling and Design).o National and Integration Regulations (Emissions and Conservation, CMVR and Safety (CMVR_TSC, AISC, Panel and meeting), International Harmonization),o Trade Policies, Council on Economic Affairs (Foreign government liaising - FTA) and Taxation Policy (Regulatory policies, DGFT and SIAM).SIAM technical regulatory informationo Preparation of process along with stakeholder mapping with regulatory notifications and Impact analysis documents.o Regulation forecast and/or impact analysis for changes / new regulations and lobby for forthcoming regulations.o Share the impact analysis with the top management and technical fraternity.o Preparation a regulatory road map for Short, Medium and Long term.o Provide support to domestic / International businesses. Homologation & CoPo Dealing with vehicle Homologation and CoP activities.Special Imports and Exports o Exporting vehicles and Import them back.o Imports of gifted vehicles, new and second hand vehicles.o Take necessary approval from DGFT and Customs for these vehicles.

New Delhi Area, India

Norms and Regulations for India and Group Emerging Markets.• Monitor Indian and International rulemaking activity, Interpret regulatory requirements, analyze product designs to determine compliance.• Analyzing the impact of upcoming regulations on all product lines.• Co-ordinate to get this information disseminated to the respective all plants in different Zones, Countries and also the Group by releasing the Regulatory Advisories. So as to comply with the regulation well within time.• Watch Regulation movement in India to ensure in the interest of Business.• Communication with Top Management on issues relating to Automotive Regulations• Developing strategy for issues relating formulation, implementation, interpretation and modification of Automotive Regulations and provisions of Motor Vehicles Act / Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR).Product Certification and adhere to COP as per AIS:037, Indian Standards and BIS for OE Certification.• Subject matter expert for Vehicle and Component Homologation and Conformity of Production. • Manage Indian regulatory certification and Type Approval Certification for all product ranges for all the OEM's.• Interacting with all the testing agencies (ARAI, CIRT, IRMRA and ICAT) on homologation related issues.• Assisting in planning and execution of projects for Homologation of Vehicle models including local and CKD and CBU models• Assisting in preparation of homologation documentation.Develop and Implement Strategic Plans.Support the plant for product marking and compliance

Bengaluru Area, India

• Homologation of vehicles.• Vehicle COP for all carlines (Pune and Halol plants).• Manage Component COP of Parts for all carlines as per AIS 037.• Quality Audits to ensure best COP practices.• Global Process Compliance.• Timely flow of Information w.r.t. upcoming regulations.

Pune Area, India

• Well conversant with various Regulatory Standards (IS, AIS, EEC / ECE, FMVSS Standards).• Planning, Co-ordination, Data Collection & Analysis and Final Recommendations on various Projects (Validation project for Nissan, Japan, Cabin Temperature Measurement on HCV’s, Driving Cycle for Heavy Commercial Vehicles (Buses), Driving Cycle for 2 Wheelers for WMTC, Gradeability performance of Heavy & Light Vehicles on Express Highway, Noise Level Emitted by all class of vehicles, Reports and Certification Online and Tyre wear and fuel consumption on different roads with bias & radial tyres.• Analysis of Technical Specifications.• Analysis of data and ensure correctness before issue of Performance Test Reports• Information Dissemination.

Masters In Business Administration (Mba)

Masters In Computer Management (Mcm) From Institute Of Management And Career Courses (Imcc)

Bachelor Of Commerce (B.Com.)

Higher Secondary Certificate (Hsc)

Secondary School Certificate (Ssc)

Schooling