Tata AutoComp Systems Limited inaugurated two new manufacturing plants in Sanand, Gujarat, expanding its manufacturing footprint in the western Indian automotive hub. The facilities are operated by TM Automotive Seating System Private Limited and TACO Air International Thermal Systems Private Limited and are intended to support growing demand from automotive original equipment manufacturers.
The two plants take Tata AutoComp’s total number of manufacturing units in Sanand to eight. The facilities are positioned to serve passenger vehicle, electric vehicle and other automotive programmes, with a focus on proximity to customers and localisation of component supply.
“These new facilities mark a significant milestone in Tata AutoComp’s strategic growth, enhancing our ability to support OEM partners and respond effectively to evolving platform requirements,” said Arvind Goel, Vice-Chairman, Tata AutoComp Systems Limited. “Sanand, as a long-term manufacturing hub, provides proximity to key customers and a strong vendor ecosystem, enabling deeper localisation, faster lead times, and a more resilient supply chain.”
Goel said the company plans to establish several additional plants across India during the year as part of its expansion strategy. “We are expanding our capabilities to deliver world-class quality and operational excellence to our customers,” he said.
Manoj Kolhatkar, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, said the new plants have been designed to align with next-generation mobility requirements. “These future-ready plants are designed to advance sustainability and deliver auto component solutions aligned with next-generation mobility platforms in India,” Kolhatkar said. “People, quality, safety and environment will remain the cornerstones of our manufacturing excellence as we expand and set up new plants across the country.”
Sudhir Chikhle, Chief Purchasing Officer for passenger vehicles and electric vehicles at Tata Motors Limited, said Tata AutoComp has played a key role as a supplier. “Tata AutoComp has been a valued partner to Tata Motors Limited, consistently demonstrating a strong customer-centric approach, responsiveness, and reliability,” Chikhle said. “Their collaborative mindset and ability to support us across programmes have contributed immensely to our operational and business objectives.”
Tata AutoComp Systems Limited operates through 22 business units, including 11 joint ventures, and has more than 65 manufacturing plants across the United States, Europe, Latin America, India and China. The company employs over 20,000 personnel and supplies components for passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and rail segments, with a portfolio covering interior and exterior systems, thermal systems, emission and powertrain components, body and suspension systems, electrical and electric vehicle components, as well as engineering, supply chain and automotive aftermarket services.
