ICAT Issues First Compliance Certificate for 15-Metre Multi-Axle Sleeper Bus

Ministry of Heavy Industries ICAT Issues First Compliance Certificate for 15- Metre Multi-Axle Sleeper Bus Certification Awarded to Synaty Automotive Pvt. Ltd.

Posted On: 26 AUG 2026 2:29PM by PIB Delhi Manesar, Haryana: In a significant development for India's passenger transport sector, the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT) has issued its first compliance certificate for a 15-metre multi- axle sleeper bus under AIS-119 and AIS-153, in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR).

The certificate has been awarded to Synaty Automotive Pvt. Ltd. for its 15-metre multi-axle sleeper bus.

The achievement represents an important milestone in the testing and certification of one of the longest permissible bus body configurations in the passenger transport category.

The certificate was formally handed over by Shri Saurabh Dalela, Director, ICAT, to Shri Naresh Kumar Yadav, Managing Director, Synaty Automotive Pvt. Ltd., in the presence of senior ICAT officials.Advanced Configuration for Long-Distance Travel The vehicle has been designed for long-distance passenger transportation, incorporating features focused on structural strength, emergency safety, fire safety, passenger movement and travel comfort.

The bus has a capacity of 42 berths (for fully sleeper variant) and 21 berths + 42 seats (for hybrid sleeper variant), providing an integrated solution for long-distance travel.

It has been tested and certified against the applicable requirements related to vehicle safety, structural integrity, passenger accommodation and comfort, as prescribed under the relevant automotive standards and CMVR.

Strengthening Passenger Vehicle Safety The certification under AIS-119:and AIS-153 demonstrates ICAT's capability in evaluating advanced passenger vehicle configurations and supporting manufacturers in meeting prescribed regulatory and technical requirements.Speaking on the occasion, Shri Saurabh Dalela, Director, ICAT, said:

«“This certification is a significant achievement for ICAT and reflects our technical capabilities in testing and certifying advanced passenger vehicles. It reinforces our commitment to passenger safety, regulatory compliance and technological advancement. ICAT will continue to support the Indian automotive industry in developing safer, more reliable and technologically advanced mobility solutions.”» Shri Naresh Kumar Yadav, Managing Director, Synaty Automotive Pvt. Ltd., expressed his appreciation for the certification and stated that the achievement would further strengthen the company's efforts towards developing safe, reliable and comfortable solutions for long-distance passenger transportation.

ICAT continues to provide testing, certification and homologation services to support the Indian automotive industry in enhancing vehicle safety, regulatory compliance and technological innovation.

The certification marks another important step in ICAT's ongoing contribution to the development of safer, compliant and advanced passenger transport vehicles in India. *** TPJ (Release ID: 2303487) Visitor Counter : 589

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