Collaboration is designed to strengthen India’s future workforce in the areas of sustainable design, digital construction, and AI-powered infrastructure asset lifecycle management
CHENNAI and Coimbatore, 22 September 2025 – Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, announced today it has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Anna University, Kumaraguru College of Technology (KCT), and Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College (SREC). These partnerships mark a significant step forward in strengthening academia–industry collaboration in India and equipping students with the skills and technologies necessary for the future of infrastructure engineering.
Through its partnerships with the institutions, Bentley will provide students and faculty with free access to its industry-leading digital twin and infrastructure engineering software, including software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, and OpenFlows, which are widely used in designing and managing complex infrastructure projects.
Bentley will also provide industry-relevant training through its Bentley Education portal, offering self-paced tutorials, certifications, and project-based learning aligned with real-world engineering practices. Students will gain exposure to global best practices by engaging with Bentley Systems’ worldwide network of professionals and infrastructure initiatives, while faculty members will receive dedicated resources to seamlessly integrate Bentley software into their curriculum.
The partnerships underscore Bentley’s commitment to advancing digital upskilling and supporting India’s national initiatives, including Viksit Bharat 2047, by empowering students to apply cutting-edge technology to real-world challenges in water, transportation, energy, and urban development.
Kamalakannan Thiruvadi, Regional Executive, South Asia, Bentley Systems, said, “India has one of the world’s largest talent pools in engineering, and universities play a pivotal role in shaping this workforce. Our MoUs with Kumaraguru College of Technology and Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College are part of Bentley Systems’ commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineers through stronger industry–academia collaboration. Together, we aim to inspire innovation, accelerate research, and empower students with practical exposure to digital engineering software.”
“Anna University is committed to equipping students with the skills needed to excel in today’s fast-changing engineering environment. Our collaboration with Bentley Systems will offer students hands-on experience with globally adopted technologies, enabling them to make a significant impact in the infrastructure sector,” said Dr. J. Prakash, Registrar, Anna University, Chennai.
“Kumaraguru College of Technology has always emphasised innovation and practical application in engineering education. Collaborating with Bentley Systems will empower our students and faculty with access to industry-grade tools and insights, enabling them to drive impactful solutions in areas ranging from sustainable design to smart cities,” said Dr M Ezhilarasi, Principal, Kumaraguru College of Technology, Coimbatore.
“At Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, our focus has always been on preparing students to excel in a competitive, technology-driven world. Partnering with Bentley Systems provides our students and faculty the opportunity to learn on globally adopted platforms, gain hands-on exposure to digital infrastructure practices, and strengthen their employability and innovation capacity,” said Dr. A. Soundarrajan, Principal, Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore.
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About Bentley Systems
Around the world, infrastructure professionals rely on software from Bentley Systems to help them design, build, and operate better and more resilient infrastructure for transportation, water, energy, cities, and more. Founded in 1984 by engineers for engineers, Bentley is the partner of choice for engineering firms and owner-operators worldwide, with software that spans engineering disciplines, industry sectors, and all phases of the infrastructure lifecycle. Through our digital twin solutions, we help infrastructure professionals unlock the value of their data to transform project delivery and asset performance.
About Anna University
Anna University, founded in 1978 and headquartered in Chennai, is one of India’s leading state technical universities offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in engineering, technology, architecture, and applied sciences. The university is recognised nationally and globally for its academic excellence, research contributions, and strong industry–academia collaborations.
About Kumaraguru College of Technology (KCT)
Kumaraguru College of Technology (KCT), established in 1984 and affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, is an autonomous private engineering college located on a 156-acre campus in Coimbatore’s IT corridor. KCT combines industry-oriented curricula, extensive hands-on learning centres and a strong research & incubation ecosystem — and holds NAAC A++ accreditation and NBA-accredited programmes.
About Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College (SREC)
Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College (SREC), established in 1994 and affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, is a premier autonomous institution in Coimbatore offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in engineering and technology. Accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade and several NBA-accredited programmes, SREC is committed to academic excellence, research, and innovation while fostering strong industry partnerships to prepare students for global opportunities.
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