HiQ signs framework agreement with Scania
HiQ has signed a framework agreement with truck manufacturer Scania. The framework agreement relates to the development of embedded systems and extends for one year.
“HiQ has worked with Scania for a number of years on various systems development assignments. Advanced communications solutions are expected in modern vehicles and HiQ is able to offer unique know-how in communications and systems development. Our expertise in the area of mobile applications means that we can help Scania to develop advanced telematics solutions further. The fact that Scania is now choosing to conclude a framework agreement with us prepares the ground for our continued positive cooperation in the future. Naturally we are delighted,” says Patrik Boman, Managing Director of HiQ Data. Scania is a leading manufacturer worldwide of heavy goods vehicles and buses as well as industrial and marine engines. Scania also provides many different service products and financing – all with a view to making truck ownership profitable for its customers. The company operates in over a hundred markets in Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa and Australia and employs over 30,000 people around the world, around 12,000 of them in Sweden. “HiQ has worked on advanced systems development in the automotive industry for many years. Over the past year we have increased our presence and taken market share in this segment – a result of active work on our part to strengthen and broaden our position in this interesting sector. The fact that we are signing a framework agreement with a leading player such as Scania naturally strengthens HiQ’s position further and creates new opportunities to continue to grow and increase our presence in the automotive segment,” says Lars Stugemo, President and CEO of HiQ International. For further information, please contact: Lars Stugemo, President and CEO HiQ International, tel.: +46 (0)8-588 90 000 Patrik Boman, Managing Director HiQ Data, tel.: +46 (0)8-588 90 000 Annika Larsson, Head of Corporate Communications HiQ International, tel.: +46 (0)8-588 90 015, +46 (0)704-200 103