AVL Opens Japan's First Skills Center in Nagoya

May 20, 2025, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan: AVL Japan is pleased to announce the establishment of the first AVL Japan Skills Center in Nagoya. This AVL Japan Skills Center is part of AVL's global network of AVL Skills Centers and is expected to become a key hub for technical education in Japan. Equipped with the latest AVL simulators and testing facilities, this center will provide advanced training and skill development opportunities for professionals in the automotive industry.

At AVL Japan Skills Center, AVL offers its customers a wide range of training programs designed to meet the evolving needs of the automotive industry. The facility features a hands-on learning environment utilizing the latest equipment, offering both in-person and remote training options for maximum flexibility.

Key Features of AVL Japan Skills Center

• Hands-on and comprehensive training utilizing state-of-the-art AVL simulators and testing equipment.

The center provides hands-on training utilizing advanced AVL simulators and testing systems, including AVL PUMA 2™, AVL CAMEO 5™, and AVL IndiCom 2™. Our practical and comprehensive training covers a wide range of AVL products and services. While receiving detailed training from technical experts, participants can deepen their technical skills through hands-on interaction with the equipment and products. In the future, we also plan to develop training programs in collaboration with the AVL Japan Technical Center in Shin-Kawasaki, which provides engineering services.

• In-Person and Remote Training Options

Participants can access cutting-edge training regardless of location. Customized programs tailored to specific needs ensure practical and effective learning experiences.

• Certified Trainers from AVL’s Global Network 

Experts from AVL’s global locations serve as certified trainers, bringing extensive experience and expertise to the courses. Training sessions cover the latest technologies and regulatory requirements in automotive testing and development. Programs are available in both Japanese and English.

About AVL Japan Skills Center

Located in: Nagoya Application Center Address: SEIWA SQUARE 1-609, Kamiyashiro, Meito-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 465-0025, Japan Phone: +81 52 769 101    E-Mail: hotline.japan@avl.com

Comments from Christian Faber, Global Skills Center Manager in AVL Headquarters (Graz, Austria): 

The opening of the AVL Japan Skills Center is an important step toward offering high-quality, future-oriented technical training worldwide. At AVL, we are convinced that imparting skills excellence is crucial to driving innovation and sustainable progress in the mobility industry. The new center in Nagoya will not only serve as a hub for advanced training, but also as a bridge for global knowledge exchange, strengthening the skills of specialists throughout the region.

Comments from Niran Johnsamrong, AVL Japan Customer Services Affiliate Business Unit Manager：

We are committed to driving innovation in automotive and technical services by fostering skill development and establishing a world-class Skills Center. Through process-driven thinking and global collaboration, we uphold engineering excellence and support meaningful career growth. Post-pandemic with the imperative to accelerate skills development, we are accelerating our efforts to enhance capabilities, ensuring cost-efficiency, operational effectiveness, and exceptional customer satisfaction.

Comments from Aknarin Srisamranrungruang, AVL Japan Customer Services Japan Skills Center Manager :

The establishment of the AVL Japan Skills Center marks an exciting milestone in strengthening and expanding our training capabilities through global collaboration. I am confident in the quality of our programs and in our strong partnership with the Global Skills Center, and I look forward to our continued success together.

We are delivering higher value-added services through the establishment of the AVL Japan Skills Center, in addition to our existing products and services. With this center as a hub, we offer practical and highly specialized training, supporting our customers in their technological innovation and growth.