Ford Motor Company to resume manufacturing operations in India, will produce new-generation engines at Tamil Nadu unit, see details


Ford Investment in India: Ford Motor Company has announced plans to re-establish its manufacturing operations in India. The company plans to invest Rs 3,250 crore to produce new-generation engines at its Maraimalai Nagar plant in the Chengalpattu district of Tamil Nadu. With this decision, Ford is returning to Indian production after three years.

A major boost for Tamil Nadu's automotive industry

Ford's Maraimalai Nagar plant will be operational by 2029 and will have an annual production capacity of 2,35,000 engines. According to the company, this project will provide direct employment to over 600 people and create numerous indirect jobs. This move not only marks Ford's return to India but is also considered a major boost for Tamil Nadu's automotive industry.

Chennai unit to be reactivated

In 2022, Ford sold its Sanand plant in Gujarat to Tata Motors, but retained the engine production plant. The company had also planned to sell the Chennai plant later, but has now decided to reactivate the same unit. Since entering India in 1995, Ford invested over $2 billion and launched popular vehicles like the EcoSport and Figo.

India to become hub of Ford's Asian operations

According to Ford, this new production plan will support the existing engine factory in Sanand, which already produces engines for export. Jeff Marentick, president of Ford's International Markets Group, said, "We are excited about the role of the Chennai plant and thank the Tamil Nadu government for their continued support. This decision reiterates our confidence in India's strong manufacturing capabilities." This investment once again positions India as a key hub for Ford's Asian operations.


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