TRUMPF First Indian Manufacturing Facility in Pune : German Industrial Giant Invests €5M to Produce TruBend & TruLaser Machines Locally
TRUMPF First Indian Manufacturing Facility in Pune : TRUMPF inaugurates first India plant in Pune localizing TruBend & TruLaser production to support smart manufacturing under ‘Make in India’. Facility to enhance supply chain & reduce lead times.
TRUMPF’s Strategic Leap: German Precision Meets Indian Manufacturing
Pune, India – Global industrial technology leader TRUMPF has inaugurated its first Indian manufacturing facility in Nighoje, Pune marking a pivotal moment in India’s journey toward smart manufacturing self-reliance. The €5 million investment will initially produce TruBend 1000 series bending machines, with TruLaser 1000 series production slated for 2025.
Key Highlights
🏭 Initial Production: TruBend 1000 series (bending machines)
⚙️ 2025 Expansion: TruLaser 1000 series (laser cutting)
🇮🇳 Make in India Alignment: 50%+ local sourcing by 2026
🔄 Supply Chain Boost: Faster delivery, lower costs for Indian manufacturers
Why This Facility is a Game-Changer?
1. Localized High-Tech Manufacturing
- TruBend 1000: Affordable yet high-precision bending for MSMEs
- TruLaser 1000: German-engineered laser cutting at competitive pricing
- Reduced Lead Times: From months to weeks for critical machinery
2. Strengthening India’s Industrial Ecosystem
🤝 700+ Customers Served – JBM, Magod, Auto Mech, etc.
📦 15,000+ Annual Shipments via 4 Indian warehouses
🔧 23-Member Support Team for after-sales & training
3. Future-Ready Infrastructure
- Assembly, Testing, QA under one roof
- Laser Application Lab for R&D
- Industry 4.0 Integration – IoT-enabled machines
Leadership Insights
Stephan Mayer, CEO Machine Tools, TRUMPF Germany:
“This facility is our commitment to India’s rise as a global manufacturing hub. We’re blending German engineering with Indian agility.”
Pradeep Patil, MD, TRUMPF India:
“From 2006 to today, TRUMPF India has evolved from importer to manufacturer—a testament to our customers’ trust.”
By the Numbers: TRUMPF’s India Footprint
📌 2 Experience Centres (Pune & Bengaluru)
🔬 1 Laser Application Lab
🏭 1 New Manufacturing Plant (Nighoje, Pune)
💻 Upcoming: Bengaluru showroom & Chennai R&D centre
Industry Reactions
Mohini Kelkar, VP, IMTMA:
“TRUMPF’s local production elevates India’s machine tool competitiveness.”
Rajesh Nath, MD, VDMA India:
“A milestone for Germany-India industrial collaboration.”
What’s Next?
🚀 2025: TruLaser localization begins
📈 2026: 50%+ component sourcing from India
🌐 Global Export Hub: Potential Southeast Asia shipments
Investor & Manufacturer Takeaways
💡 For MSMEs: Access to affordable, high-precision machines
💡 For Tier-1 Suppliers: Faster procurement of laser/bending tech
💡 For India: Step closer to $300B machine tools market by 2030
The Bigger Picture: India’s Manufacturing Ascent
🇮🇳 $10B+ machine tool industry growing at 12% CAGR
🔧 Make in India 2.0 focuses on high-tech localization
🤝 Germany-India Tech Bridge strengthens with TRUMPF’s investment
Final Thoughts
TRUMPF’s Pune plant isn’t just a factory—it’s a catalyst for India’s next-gen manufacturing revolution. By localizing laser and bending machines, the company is empowering Indian industries to compete globally while reducing import dependence.
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