VTI & ATEC Form Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Innovation in the Automotive Industry

Tokyo, Japan — October 24, 2025 — VTI and ATEC, a leading Japanese engineering company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a strategic partnership aimed at driving innovation in the automotive industry. The collaboration focuses on building an Offshore Development Center (ODC) in Vietnam to develop smarter and safer mobility solutions.

About the Companies and the Vision Behind the Collaboration

VTI is among the Top 10 leading IT corporations in Vietnam, with offices in Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Vietnam. The company supports clients of all sizes and industries through consulting and implementing digital transformation solutions across operations and business processes. Over the past eight years, VTI has become a trusted technology partner to hundreds of global enterprises, spanning various industries. 

Amid the rapid technological transformation of Japan’s automotive industry, driven by the rise of AUTOSAR, Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV), and growing demand for autonomous and connected cars, VTI sees tremendous potential to enter the market, leveraging its extensive cross-industry experience to foster innovation and create new value.

ATEC, a premier Japanese engineering firm with over 30 years of experience in automotive software development, has long partnered with major OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. The company possesses deep expertise in in-vehicle ECU software network systems, particularly AUTOSAR compliance.

The partnership between VTI and ATEC is expected to accelerate the development of innovative solutions for the automotive industry. VTI serves as a trusted technical partner, providing a strong engineering team that complements ATEC’s capabilities. The collaboration also offers a scaling solution, helping ATEC address its shortage of skilled engineers, while ensuring cost optimization through high-quality, efficient development services.

Together, ATEC and VTI aim to create a powerful synergy that enhances competitiveness and drives innovation across the automotive software

Powering the Next Chapter of Japanese Automotive Innovation

At the signing ceremony, Mr. Tran Xuan Khoi – CEO of VTI, and Mr. Tachibana Toru – President of ATEC, officially signed the MOU, affirming their collaboration built on mutual trust and a shared vision for sustainable growth. The partnership aims to foster innovation in automotive technology and develop smarter, safer mobility solutions for the future.

Through the establishment of an Offshore Development Center (ODC) in Vietnam, both companies envision creating a core development hub for AUTOSAR in the region. The ODC is powered by deep AUTOSAR expertise, strong automotive domain knowledge, and various development toolchains utilization proficiency, delivering comprehensive engineering services. 

Backed by VTI’s scalable workforce of over 1,800 offshore engineers and 250 Bridge System Engineers (BrSE) based in Japan, the partnership is well-positioned to deliver automotive software solutions that meet global standards.  As part of the roadmap, VTI plans to further expand its development teams in Japan and Vietnam, strengthening overall capacity and operational efficiency.

Seizing Opportunities and Strengthening Collaboration in the Automotive Industry

The signing ceremony was attended by key executives from ATEC, VTI, and VTI JAPAN, marking a significant milestone and the beginning of a promising long-term partnership.

During the event, Mr. Tran Xuan Khoi, CEO of VTI, shared his insights:

“The automotive industry is a land of opportunity. We see tremendous potential in the evolution of electric vehicles and the modernization of this field. We greatly appreciate the trust that ATEC has extended to our team. We are committed to doing our best to ensure the success of this collaboration, gaining valuable experience and know-how along the way.”

This collaboration goes beyond a simple business relationship—it represents a sustainable partnership built on trust, shared vision, and a commitment to innovation in the global automotive landscape.