Mumbai, November 11, 2025: The Hettich Poddar Wood Working Institute (HPWWI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Biesse, a global leader in woodworking machinery, to enhance skill development and technological adoption in India’s woodworking industry.
This collaboration focuses on integrating advanced woodworking machinery into HPWWI’s training ecosystem to help learners bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. It marks the second partnership between the two organizations, expanding from Faridabad to a new centre in Bhandup, Mumbai, symbolizing Biesse’s strategic entry into India’s financial capital.
Amit Prasad, CHRO, Hettich India & Director, HPWWI, said, “At HPWWI, our focus has always been on creating an environment where skill meets technology and learning leads to livelihood. This collaboration brings Biesse’s advanced woodworking machines into our training ecosystem, allowing our students to learn, design, and create using world-class tools. It strengthens our commitment to make every trainee industry-ready and aligned with the future of manufacturing.”
Sayeed Ahmed, CEO, Biesse India, added, “The woodworking industry in India is evolving at a remarkable pace, from traditional practices to highly advanced, technology-driven operations. Through this MoU with HPWWI, we’re not just bridging the technology gap but also empowering individuals to grow with it. Real progress happens when machines and people work together to create lasting value for the nation.”
The event, themed ‘Technology Day with Biesse,’ was graced by Mr. Walter Ferrara, Honourable Consul General of Italy in Mumbai, who remarked,
“This partnership is a symbol of how Italian innovation and Indian craftsmanship can come together to create opportunities, empower communities, and build a more inclusive, sustainable future. It reflects the growing bond between our two nations, where skill, technology, and education unite to shape tomorrow.”
The event featured live workshops and interactive sessions that demonstrated how innovation and education can transform India’s skill development landscape. Participants experienced how Biesse’s advanced technologies could be seamlessly integrated into HPWWI’s training modules, offering students hands-on, industry-relevant experience.
The partnership underscores both organizations’ shared vision to empower India’s skilled workforce and contribute to the nation’s journey toward a smarter and more sustainable manufacturing ecosystem.
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