Chevron Unveils $1 Billion Investment for High-Tech Centre in Bengaluru, Focusing on AI and Robotics

Chevron, a major American energy corporation, is significantly enhancing its global footprint with a $1 billion investment in a new engineering and technology centre located in Bengaluru, India. This ambitious project underscores Chevron’s dedication to developing affordable, reliable, and cleaner energy solutions.

The investment will fund the establishment of a cutting-edge technology hub focused on advancing digital innovation. Akshay Sahni, Chevron India’s incoming head, emphasized the company’s commitment to tackling global energy challenges and fostering a lower carbon future. The new centre will emphasize advancements in artificial intelligence and neural networks.

Key initiatives at the centre will include leveraging AI and machine learning to analyze subsurface geology, which is crucial for identifying optimal carbon storage sites and improving drilling safety and efficiency. The centre will also work on creating digital twins of complex industrial facilities, enhancing monitoring, and optimizing global operations to ensure a more reliable supply chain.

The centre will also incorporate robotics technology, such as Chevron’s collaboration with Boston Dynamics on the ‘Spot’ robot, which uses sensors and thermal cameras to navigate industrial sites, monitor equipment, and preemptively identify potential issues.