Endurance Technologies announces ₹47.3 crore lithium-ion battery pack facility in Pune targeting 35,000 units/month production from 2026 to meet growing EV & energy storage demand.
Endurance Technologies Enters Lithium-Ion Battery Market with Pune Manufacturing Hub
Pune – Endurance Technologies a leading automotive components manufacturer, is diversifying into the energy storage sector with a new ₹47.3 crore lithium-ion battery pack manufacturing facility in Pune. The plant will cater to India’s booming electric vehicle (EV) and renewable energy storage markets, with production starting in Q4 FY2026.
Key Project Details
✔ Investment: ₹47.3 crore (fully funded via internal accruals)
✔ Capacity: 35,000 battery packs/month at full scale
✔ Operations Start: January 2026 (phased rollout)
✔ Market Focus: Primarily domestic EV & energy storage sectors
Strategic Rationale
- EV Market Growth: India’s electric 2W/3W segment demands localized battery solutions
- Renewable Energy Push: Supports solar/wind storage needs (500 GW renewable target by 2030)
- Business Diversification: Expands beyond traditional auto components into high-growth energy tech
- Self-Reliance: Reduces import dependence for battery packs
Pune’s Emerging Battery Ecosystem
| Company | Focus | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance Tech | Li-ion battery packs | Plant under development |
| Tata AutoComp | EV battery components | Operational |
| Bharat Forge | Battery enclosures | Expansion underway |
| Exide/Leclanché JV | Li-ion cells & packs | Production since 2024 |
Management Insight
Endurance Technologies Spokesperson:
“This facility aligns with India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission in energy storage. Pune’s automotive cluster gives us access to skilled talent and OEM partners.”
Market Opportunity
- EV Battery Demand: India needs 120 GWh annual capacity by 2030 (NITI Aayog)
- PLI Scheme Boost: ₹18,100 crore incentives for advanced chemistry cell (ACC) manufacturing
- Competitive Edge: Local production avoids 20-25% import duties on battery packs
Phase-wise Implementation
- 2025: Factory construction & machinery installation
- Early 2026: Trial production begins
- Q4 FY2026: Commercial shipments start
Why This Matters for India?
✅ Job Creation: Hundreds of technical roles in battery assembly & testing
✅ Supply Chain Strengthening: Supports Pune’s EV manufacturing cluster
✅ Cost Reduction: Local production cuts logistics & import costs for OEMs
