Musashi India, a subsidiary of Japan’s Musashi Seimitsu Industries engaged in the manufacture of transmission components for two-wheelers and four-wheelers, has completed the Phase 2 expansion of its Bengaluru manufacturing facility. The enlarged plant is scheduled to become fully operational by December 2025, increasing capacity across conventional and electric mobility product lines.
The project adds 11,000 square metres of developed area, bringing the total facility size to 32,000 square metres and enabling new processes in forging, machining and heat treatment. The company has increased production capacity from 4 million to 6.5 million sets of scooter and motorcycle transmissions annually. The expansion is expected to raise the plant’s annual output value from INR 5.5 billion to INR 10 billion.
The Bengaluru site will serve both domestic and export markets, supplying 100–750 cc motorcycles, 100–125 cc scooters and two-wheeler and three-wheeler e-axles for internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric vehicle (EV) applications. The facility will also function as a prototype and testing centre for ICE transmissions and e-axles as Musashi strengthens its presence in the EV supply chain.
The upgraded plant incorporates automated systems including gear grinding, automated gear inspection and camera-based quality checks. These are supported by robotic handling and gantry solutions intended to enhance precision and efficiency across production lines.
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) measures form a significant component of the expansion. The facility features rooftop solar generation with a capacity of 2.16 million kWh. Musashi India operates the plant on more than 96 percent green energy sourced from hydro, wind, rooftop solar and captive renewable installations. These initiatives align with the Musashi Group’s objective of achieving carbon neutrality across its value chain by 2038.
“The Bengaluru facility expansion marks a significant leap forward in Musashi’s journey of growth and innovation in India. Constructed within just 18 months, it stands as the largest integrated manufacturing facility under one roof within the Musashi Group,” said Naoya Nishimura, CEO, Musashi Auto Parts India and Africa Region. “This development will further strengthen Musashi India’s position as a trusted partner in the global EV supply chain while reinforcing its leadership in next-generation mobility solutions.”
Musashi Seimitsu Industries is a Japan-based manufacturer of powertrain components for automotive and mobility applications. The company operates production facilities in Asia, Europe and the Americas, supplying major global vehicle manufacturers.
