Conflux Technology collaborates with Pagani on advanced heat exchanger for new Utopia hypercar
June 3, 2025
Conflux Technology, headquartered in Geelong, Australia, has collaborated with Italian hypercar manufacturer Pagani to develop a custom heat exchanger for the new Pagani Utopia. Using Additive Manufacturing, the company achieved a 30% improvement in heat rejection compared to the previous solution.
The Pagani Utopia is powered by a six-litre twin-turbo V12 engine, paired with a custom Xtrac seven-speed automatic or manual transmission. The extreme power and flexibility of the Utopia demanded advanced thermal management solutions, particularly for its transmission oil domain.
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“It’s an incredible privilege to contribute to the creation of groundbreaking vehicles for industry leaders like Pagani,” stated Michael Fuller, Founder and CEO of Conflux Technology. “Our advanced heat exchangers are designed to enable new levels of effectiveness, perfectly complementing the engineering craftsmanship that Pagani is celebrated for. This collaboration showcases the synergy of precision, innovation, and excellence.”
The Utopia’s transmission underwent rigorous testing, from track and road validation to thermal shock trials, proving its resilience and capability to support the hypercar’s performance. “The innovation of Conflux’s technology has allowed Xtrac to continue to push the boundaries of transmission performance, whilst maintaining the lightweight, motorsport derived ethos of our transmission solutions,” shared Oliver Nixon, Head of High Performance Automotive at Xtrac.
“Conflux’s advanced heat transfer technology empowers the Pagani Utopia to achieve superior heat rejection ensuring optimal thermal balance, even in severe driving conditions,” shared Francesco Perini, Head of the Technical Department at Pagani. “In our relentless pursuit of perfection, every detail matters. Conflux’s cartridge heat exchangers are a testament to precision and innovation, playing a vital role in ensuring that the Utopia can be enjoyed for a romantic drive on the French Riviera as well as on the most demanding tracks.”
This collaboration with Pagani is said to strengthen Conflux’s position in the hypercar industry, showcasing its ability to deliver cutting-edge thermal solutions while advancing sustainability goals. Backed by a recent $11 million Series B funding round, Conflux is accelerating the development of its Conflux Production Systems to meet growing global demand in high-performance thermal applications across industries, including aerospace, motorsports, high-powered industrial machines, and defence.
