Bangalore: Ultraviolette (UV) has promoted Vinayak Bhat to Chief Product Officer due to his extensive experience in aerospace and electric mobility, aligning with UV’s focus on advancing future-focused design and technology.
As Ultraviolette’s new Chief Product Officer, Vinayak will lead product portfolio expansion, from design to market introduction, driving innovation in high-performance electric vehicles.
Vinayak Bhat, CPO, Ultraviolette expressed his excitement about his new role and stated, “I’ve witnessed Ultraviolette’s unwavering pursuit of innovation. My goal is to craft exceptional products for global markets through our strategy of vertical integration – Specifically across critical elements like the battery technology, drivetrain and vehicle architecture. Our aim: redefine standards and solidify Ultraviolette’s position as a global leader in electric mobility.”
Before becoming CPO, Vinayak was the Technical Director and Principal Engineer at Ultraviolette. Since 2017, he has been instrumental in developing the F77 Mach 2 and F99 Racing Platform, while also overseeing coordination in product development, engineering, operations, and manufacturing.
Speaking on Vinayak’s new role, Mr. Narayan Subramaniam, CEO & Co-Founder, Ultraviolette stated, “Vinayak’s in-depth understanding of aerospace and electric vehicle technologies provides him with a unique perspective that will be critical in driving our culture of innovation. His leadership was instrumental in the successful launch of our flagship products – the F77 and the F77 Mach 2. I am confident that with Vinayak’s appointment as CPO, we will achieve newer heights in innovation and market penetration.”
Vinayak began his career in 2013 at ISRO as a structural engineer before moving to Safran Engineering as a design analyst. There, he played a vital role in projects for Airbus and Boeing, focusing on landing gears, nacelles, and fuselage components.
Vinayak later co-founded a startup focusing on drive train and battery tech, setting the stage for his ongoing work in electric mobility.
“Vinayak has been instrumental in driving our product development initiatives. His exceptional technical prowess and exemplary leadership have been pivotal in realizing our vision. As CPO, his visionary leadership will play a crucial role in our quest for global leadership in electric mobility. We eagerly anticipate the strategic direction he will provide, propelling us forward and opening new avenues for growth and innovation”, Niraj Rajmohan, CTO & Co-Founder, Ultraviolette, added.
Ultraviolette Automotive seeks to strengthen its global leadership in electric mobility by introducing new products across various segments in the next five years for both local and international markets. Vinayak’s appointment as CPO strategically supports the company’s ambitious vision.
