HCL Technologies Limited has been selected as a strategic partner by Neste to drive a long-term AI-led efficiency transformation. The partnership is part of Neste's company-wide performance improvement program designed to make the company operationally stronger and strategically more focused for growth in its core renewables business. HCLTech will drive IT service consolidation, boost efficiency, and build an agile, scalable technology capability for the global energy producer.

As part of the agreement, Neste will utilize HCLTech's scale and deep technical expertise in areas directly related to its core business competencies. The initial priority for the partnership is to drive efficiency and maintain business continuity while establishing a solid foundation for long-term collaboration. This initiative is intended to support Neste's strategic goals and deliver business operational excellence.

Leadership Perspectives

Eeva Sipilä, CFO at Neste, stated that the partnership plays a key role in strengthening core IT capabilities as part of ongoing efforts to improve performance and simplify the IT landscape. Ajay Bahl, Chief Growth Officer, Energy and Manufacturing at HCLTech, emphasized that the step strengthens IT service delivery and supports a more efficient operating model aligned with the changing needs of the global energy sector.

Key Partnership Details

The following table outlines the core aspects of the strategic collaboration between HCLTech and Neste:

About the Companies

Neste is the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. The company's renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027, and its revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion in 2025. HCLTech is a global technology company with over 227,000 people across 60 countries, delivering capabilities centered around AI, digital, engineering, cloud, and software. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending March 2026 totaled $14.7 billion.

HCLFoundation and Pearson have launched a Discovery Science Center in Bengaluru to empower underprivileged students through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) learning. The center aims to provide underserved students with critical thinking, creativity and innovation skills through immersive, application-based experiences. This initiative is expected to reach over 1,500 students annually, fostering curiosity and problem-solving abilities.

The launch expands the strategic partnership between HCL Technologies and Pearson to build skills using AI-powered technology. It builds upon a similar center established in Noida, which has already provided hands-on STEM learning to underserved communities. The new facility will offer year-round interventions, including STEM clubs, competitions and workshops.

Vishaal Gupta, India Chair and President of Enterprise Learning & Skills at Pearson, emphasized the importance of access to hands-on learning. He stated that the center provides students in underserved communities a place to explore and build skills. Nidhi Pundhir, Senior Vice President and Global Head of CSR at HCLTech, highlighted the combination of technology expertise and grassroots execution to build pathways for learners.

Earlier this year, HCLFoundation and Pearson partnered to support 400 students by equipping smart classrooms with smart boards and laptops. The initiative also provided tailored assistive devices to children with special needs, including those with visual impairments. This approach created a community-centric learning ecosystem designed to help children enroll in and stay in school.

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