Mitsubishi Electric India has announced the inauguration of a cutting-edge smart manufacturing facility specializing in advanced Factory Automation Systems in the Talegaon Industrial area of Maharashtra, India. Initially spanning 15,400 sq. m and eventually expanding to cover 40,000 sq. m, this facility is underpinned by a Greenfield Investment totaling Rs 2.2 billion.
The investment underscores Mitsubishi Electric's commitment to bolster its operations in India while meeting the rising global demand for advanced automation and smart manufacturing solutions. According to their statement, this newly established manufacturing plant will not only serve as a catalyst for business growth but will also facilitate the expansion of localized manufacturing for its diverse global product portfolio.
The Factory Automation & Industrial Division of Mitsubishi Electric India has established a strong presence in India for over a decade. It has made significant contributions to various industrial and commercial sectors, including automotive, food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and is now increasingly involved in upcoming diverse sectors such as data centers and e-commerce.
With India's burgeoning manufacturing sector witnessing a surge in demand for smart automation solutions, Mitsubishi Electric India has seen its automation business expand by over threefold to adapt to the evolving needs of the Indian market.
The newly established smart factory is supported by a robust local Research & Development framework aimed at creating indigenous products tailored to meet specific customer requirements across industries. This initiative aims for robust growth in India in the forthcoming years.
The recently inaugurated Talegaon facility reaffirms the company's commitment to the government's 'Make in India' initiative. This initiative aims to streamline investments, foster innovation, enhance skill development, and establish top-tier manufacturing infrastructure in the country.
Moreover, the company has established a state-of-the-art solution experience zone for its customers, showcasing the latest innovations. This includes demonstrations of "e-F@ctory," an all-encompassing solution utilizing cutting-edge digital technologies like big data, IIoT, Edge Computing, Advanced Robotics, fostering a technological ecosystem for end-users to achieve digital transformation in their manufacturing environments. The zone also exhibits Building Management Solutions, Collaborative Robot demonstrations, Robust Motion, Drive and Control solutions, process automation solutions, and an Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) solution equipped with Mitsubishi Electric India Factory Automation products.
Hisahiro Nishimoto, Group Vice President of Industry and Mobility Area (IMBA) at Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Japan, emphasized their dedication to enhancing global lives through collaborative innovation with industry and infrastructure customers, utilizing technology. He outlined their commitment to addressing social challenges like decarbonization and labor shortages, striving to achieve a sustainable society. Mitsubishi Electric aims to establish itself as a Circular Digital Engineering company by providing energy-saving automation technology solutions to production sites.
Kazuhiko Tamura, Managing Director of Mitsubishi Electric India, expressed the company's ongoing efforts to bring their best products and solutions to India's thriving business landscape. He highlighted the significance of the new manufacturing plant as a testament to Mitsubishi Electric's commitment to India's growth. The company anticipates a significant expansion across all its businesses in India to align with the government’s initiatives of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliance) and Make-in-India, leading the nation through innovation and technological advancements.
Tomohiro Yoshida, Director and Head of the Factory Automation Division at Mitsubishi Electric India, stressed their commitment to the global brand slogan "Automating the World." With over a decade of dedicated service in India's Factory Automation sector, the company has witnessed substantial growth. This new facility aims to bolster local production, strengthening the company’s global standing and supply chain management, empowering customers to excel in manufacturing and quality, positioning India as a global manufacturing hub. Mitsubishi Electric's commitment to India extends beyond the factory, encompassing all operational aspects from R&D to manufacturing, aiming to be a valued partner in India's pursuit of self-reliance and industrial excellence. The company pledges to continue investing, innovating, and collaborating for the advancement of the Indian manufacturing industry.
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