Strengthens Global Presence
with Entry into the North American Market
Tata Consulting Engineers
(TCE), India’s leading pure-play design, engineering, and project management
consultancy, today announced the acquisition of CDI Engineering Solutions
(CDI), formerly Comprehensive Designers, Inc. (CDI), a renowned US-based design
engineering firm with a 75-year legacy. This strategic acquisition is a
significant milestone in TCE’s journey to build a global business of scale,
delivering value by developing efficient, innovative, and sustainable projects
for its customers worldwide.
Recognised as one of the
Top 20 firms in the Industrial/Oil & Gas market by Engineering News-Record
(ENR), CDI has established a reputation for excellence in both traditional and
emerging energy markets, including battery materials, carbon capture, and low/zero-carbon
fuels. Its long-standing client relationships and proven track record in
delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality projects have made CDI a trusted
partner to leading global companies. With its expertise and a client base that
includes several Fortune 500 companies, CDI’s capabilities complement TCE’s
strengths in engineering design and project management.
TCE’s vision of "Engineering a Better Tomorrow,"
with a focus on plant engineering, project management, and specialised
equipment for process and strategic sectors, aligns seamlessly with CDI’s
expertise and credentials. With sustainability, circular economy, energy
transition, and industrial and plant digitalisation shaping global Capex and
Opex trends, TCE aims to provide a compelling value proposition to clients
across the asset lifecycle.
The acquisition of CDI
marks a deliberate step towards expanding TCE’s global footprint and scaling
its expertise. Together, the two organisations are well-positioned to deliver
integrated, client-focused solutions addressing critical global challenges,
such as clean energy transition, decarbonisation, and resilient infrastructure.
L.
Krishnakumar, Chairman of Tata Consulting Engineers, remarked:
“This marks a transformative chapter in TCE’s growth story. The addition of CDI
significantly enhances our global presence and strengthens our ability to
deliver impactful engineering solutions across industries and geographies. With
a shared focus on innovation, sustainability, and client excellence, this partnership
supports our vision of making meaningful contributions to economies and
communities worldwide.”
Amit
Sharma, MD & CEO of Tata Consulting Engineers, added:
“This acquisition creates a platform for innovation and sustainable engineering
solutions. By combining TCE’s expertise in engineering design and project
management with CDI’s technical excellence and established North American
presence, we are forming a competitive entity capable of delivering exceptional
value to clients. Together, we can address urgent global priorities, from
energy transition to sustainable infrastructure development.”
Steve
Karlovic, President of CDI Engineering Solutions, expressed his enthusiasm: “We
are excited to join the Tata Consulting Engineers family. TCE and CDI share a
commitment to engineering excellence and sustainability. This partnership
offers a unique opportunity to deliver value for clients and growth
opportunities for our employees. By leveraging our complementary strengths, we
will push the boundaries of engineering innovation.”
The acquisition will
establish a platform for delivering value-driven solutions by combining the
complementary capabilities of both organisations. TCE’s proven global delivery
platform, integrating teams across geographies, will now include CDI’s eight
engineering centres in the US, enhancing the ability to deliver seamless,
scalable solutions while fostering innovation and inclusivity.
