ENA Sectors 2024-02-15 14:13:19 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Tamil Nadu, Feb 15 (KNN) </strong>ZF, a leading automotive systems supplier, has inaugurated its 19th manufacturing plant in India at Oragadam, Tamil Nadu.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This move is part of the company's Rs 1,800 crore project aimed at strengthening its manufacturing footprint in India and meeting the increasing demand for automotive systems.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The new manufacturing facility, covering an area of 44.08 acres, signifies ZF's commitment to local manufacturing excellence and global demand fulfilment.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">With a focus on 'Make in India for India and the World,' the Oragadam plant showcases state-of-the-art production technology across its 7,200 sq. meters facility.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This multi-divisional facility will lead innovation in Safety, Automated, Connected, and Electric domains for both commercial and passenger vehicles.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Furthermore, sustainability is at the core of ZF's operations at the Oragadam facility.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The plant aims to be climate neutral by 2040, utilising 100 per cent renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">It also integrates rainwater harvesting infrastructure, targeting to achieve water positivity by 2025.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">To meet the escalating customer demands, ZF plans to expand its workforce at the Oragadam plant over the next decade.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Notably, the company intends to predominantly employ women, emphasising its commitment to diversity and inclusion.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Peter Laier, Member of the ZF Group Board of Management, highlighted India's strategic significance for ZF, affirming the company's dedication to fostering innovation and growth in the Indian market.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Similarly, Akash Passey, President of ZF Group India, emphasised the company's commitment to contributing significantly to India's automotive landscape through innovation and growth.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Managing Director of ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited, Mr. P Kaniappan, emphasised the plant's role in delivering next-generation mobility solutions, catering to the demand for advanced safety, efficiency, and connectivity technologies.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The inauguration of ZF's Oragadam plant marks a significant milestone in the company's journey towards strengthening its manufacturing presence in India.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span></p> 36711 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/german-giant-zf-group-puts-up-19th-plant-in-india-at-oragadam-tamil-nadu 2024-02-15 14:13:19 knnindia.co.in