ENA Global 2025-06-10 15:57:38 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Gurugram, Jun 10 (KNN)</strong> Bata has announced plans to establish a dedicated design facility in Gurugram to develop products tailored for emerging markets. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The move, disclosed by CEO Sandeep Kataria following discussions with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, is part of the companys broader strategy to deepen its engagement with the Indian market. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">As part of this initiative, the Swiss-headquartered footwear giant will also explore job-work partnerships with domestic manufacturers to expand its operational base in the country.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The announcement reflects a wider trend of Swiss corporate interest in Indias growing manufacturing sector. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">A Swiss pharmaceutical firm specialising in oncology treatments has held talks with Indian government officials about potential manufacturing operations. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Company representatives indicated that production costs in India could be up to ten times lower than those in Switzerland, enhancing Indias appeal as a cost-effective hub for global supply.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Minister Goyals ongoing diplomatic mission to Switzerland and Sweden has drawn interest from several Nordic industrial leaders. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Executives from Ericsson, Volvo, IKEA, Sandvik, Alfa Laval, and Saab are scheduled to engage in discussions regarding potential investments and partnerships in India. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">These meetings signal a continued international appetite for Indias evolving industrial capabilities and regulatory landscape.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The ministers outreach targets over 100 companies during his tour, with invitations extended for corporate delegations to visit India and evaluate recent reforms and infrastructure improvements. </span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 42396 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/global/swiss-nordic-firms-eye-indian-manufacturing-opportunities-bata-setting-design-center 2025-06-10 15:57:38 knnindia.co.in