Schaeffler India opens 5th plant in Tamil Nadu for hybrid vehicle components. ₹1,700 cr investment exceeds target, full ops by 2025.
Key Highlights
🏭 New Facility: 16,500 sqm plant in Shoolagiri, TN (Phase 1)
💰 Investment: ₹1,700 crore (exceeds initial ₹1,500 cr commitment)
⚙️ Production Focus:
- Conventional & hybrid powertrain components
- Planetary gear systems, hybrid transmission parts
🌱 Sustainability Features: - Zero liquid discharge, rainwater harvesting
- Battery-operated material handling
Strategic Expansion
1. Strengthening India’s Auto Ecosystem
- Supports localization of hybrid/electric vehicle components
- Aligns with India’s EV transition (30% electrification target by 2030)
- Complements Schaeffler’s global supply chain
2. Tamil Nadu’s Manufacturing Leadership
- Joins Schaeffler’s existing Hosur, Pune, Savli, and Maneja plants
- Benefits from TN’s auto cluster (Hyundai, BMW, Daimler nearby)
3. Digital & R&D Synergies
- Supports Koovers (B2B auto e-commerce platform acquired in 2023)
- Links to 3 Indian R&D centers (Chennai, Pune, Bengaluru)
Project Timeline & Capacity
📅 Full Production Start: Q4 2025
📌 Land Bank: 108,000 sqm for future expansion
🌍 Market Focus:
- Primary: Indian automotive sector
- Secondary: Global exports
Leadership Insights
“This plant reinforces our commitment to India’s mobility future—balancing conventional and hybrid technologies.”
– Harsha Kadam, CEO, Schaeffler India
“India’s engineering talent and Schaeffler’s German precision are a winning combination.”
– Georg F.W. Schaeffler, Chairman, Schaeffler AG
Schaeffler’s India Presence at a Glance
| Facility | Location | Specialization |
|---|---|---|
| New Plant | Shoolagiri, TN | Hybrid powertrains |
| Hosur Unit | Tamil Nadu | Bearings & components |
| Pune Complex | Maharashtra | Industrial solutions |
| Savli/Maneja | Gujarat | Automotive systems |
Workforce: 3,700+ employees
Legacy: 60+ years in India
Industry Impact
🔋 EV/Hybrid Push: Accelerates local sourcing for automakers
🔧 Supply Chain Boost: Opportunities for MSME suppliers
🌐 Global Hub: Potential to export made-in-India powertrains
Why This Matters?
🚗 Localization: Reduces import dependence for EV/hybrid parts
🔌 Tech Transfer: German engineering meets Indian manufacturing scale
📈 Job Creation: Expands skilled employment in auto-tech sector
For sustainability details, refer to Schaeffler’s 2023 ESG report. Plant tours available by request. 🚀🔧
