Key Highlights
✅ New facility in Mehsana, Gujarat for manufacturing track & wheel pavers
✅ Rs 10 crore investment in automation, sustainability & workforce upskilling
✅ Annual production capacity: 100 units (post-ABG acquisition)
✅ German-engineered tech for fuel-efficient, high-performance road solutions
✅ Strengthens “Make in India” in infrastructure equipment sector
Why This Expansion Matters
Swiss-based Ammann Group a global leader in road construction equipment has reinforced its India commitment with:
1. Strategic Gujarat Facility
- Located in Mehsana – emerging as an auto & engineering hub
- Will produce track & wheel pavers for Indian and export markets
- Integrates German engineering with local manufacturing
2. Post-ABG Acquisition Growth
- Follows 2023 acquisition of ABG’s paving business
- Expands Ammann’s product portfolio and market reach
3. Sustainability & Automation Focus
✔ Energy-efficient manufacturing
✔ Automated processes for precision engineering
✔ Worker training programs for skill development
Leadership Insights
Hans-Christian Schneider, CEO, Ammann Group:
“India’s infrastructure boom makes it pivotal to our global strategy. This plant reflects our long-term commitment.”
Dheeraj Panda, MD, Ammann India:
“Local production ensures world-class road solutions for India while supporting export ambitions.”
India’s Infrastructure Equipment Market
- Projected to grow at 8-10% CAGR (2024-30)
- Driven by:
- PM Gati Shakti highway expansion
- Bharamala Pariyojana road projects
- Rising private expressway construction
What’s Next?
- Ramp-up to full capacity by 2025
- Potential exports to Middle East & Africa
- More indigenous R&D for Indian conditions