The 21st Asia QCC Competition held in India

NewStar Team Shines at the 21st Asia QCC Convention in India

The 21st QCC Convention of DENSO Group, held in India, concluded with impressive highlights and unforgettable emotions for all participating teams. This year, the QCC Convention gathered 13 teams various group companies, all bringing outstanding quality improvement initiatives that strongly embodied the spirit of continuous Kaizen.

Notably, the NOVA (NewStar) team representing the VSV line excellently won the 2nd Runner-up award — a remarkable achievement that affirms the team’s relentless efforts as well as HDVN’s presence on the international stage.

Right the opening morning session, the atmosphere in the hall became vibrant as teams presented their quality improvement activities one after another. Each team showcased its own unique approach — production optimization, productivity enhancement, and defect reduction, to innovative ideas aimed at improving overall efficiency.

In the single yet highly pressured competition day, NOVA (NewStar) demonstrated confidence, determination, and professionalism through a clear, coherent, and practical presentation. The team substantiated their improvements at the VSV line with convincing data, scientific methods, and evident results.

Their team spirit, thorough preparation, and flexible Q&A responses helped NOVA win over the judging panel and leave a strong impression on delegates other group companies.

DNKI’s Thoughtful Preparation as the Host

The 21st QCC Convention was hosted by DNKI (DENSO Kirloskar Industries) in India. Beyond taking on the role of host, DNKI made a special impression with their meticulous, organized, and heartfelt preparation for the event.

Every aspect — ceremony arrangements, logistics, stage setup to experience areas — was managed professionally, blending India’s rich cultural identity with the elegant and formal spirit typical of DENSO events. The friendliness and hospitality of the organizing team made all delegations feel welcomed, comfortable, and treated like close friends.

This dedication played a significant role in making the convention successful, professional, and full of inspiration.

Award Ceremony – A Night of Emotions

After a tense day of competition, the award ceremony was held in a warm yet lively atmosphere. One of the highlights was the colorful Indian traditional dance performances, offering participants a unique and memorable cultural experience.

In addition, the teams contributed spontaneous and highly entertaining performances — singing and dancing to one-of-a-kind cultural exchanges. Regardless of nationality, everyone blended into the cheerful and friendly ambience, a true testament to the strong unity of the global DENSO family.

The moment when NOVA was announced as the 2nd Runner-up was an emotional and exhilarating highlight. It was not only a reward for the team’s dedication but also a shared pride for HDVN, the VSV line, and all those who consistently support quality improvement activities.

Closing One Journey, Opening New Confidence

The 21st QCC Convention in India was more than a competition — it was a journey of learning, connection, and spreading the spirit of continuous improvement, a principle deeply rooted in DENSO’s culture. The 2nd Runner-up achievement of NOVA (NewStar) is a powerful testament to the team’s capability and determination to “reach international standards,” as well as the collective strength of HDVN.