MacGregor, a UK-based producer of cargo and load-handling solutions for the maritime industry, has received an order from the Netherlands-based Vertom group to supply electric cargo cranes for four multipurpose vessels being constructed at Chowgule Shipyard in India. Deliveries of the equipment are scheduled to begin in 2026. The order was booked in the second […]
Royal IHC, a Netherlands-based shipbuilding company, has opened a new office in Navi Mumbai to support its vessel production activities in India. The new facility is expected to expand the company’s manufacturing capabilities in the country and support its ongoing engineering and shipbuilding operations. The company operates a production facility in Taloja Navi Mumbai, opened […]
JOST Werke SE, a Germany-based manufacturer of safety-critical systems for commercial vehicles, has expanded its presence in India following the acquisition of Netherlands-based hydraulic systems manufacturer Hyva in February 2025 for USD 398 million. The acquisition supports JOST’s strategy to increase its market reach in India’s commercial vehicle sector and strengthen its offerings in transport, […]
Rollepaal Pipe Extrusion Technology B.V. has commenced construction of a new manufacturing facility in Ahmedabad, India, aiming to double its existing production capacity. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on April 30, 2025. The expansion is part of Rollepaal’s broader strategy to enhance its presence in India and neighboring markets. The facility will focus on manufacturing […]
Stellantis India, a multinational automotive manufacturer, has announced changes in its senior leadership structure as part of efforts to prepare for the launch of Leapmotor and to strengthen the Jeep and Citroën brands in the Indian market. The reorganisation aims to support the company’s operational focus across sales, partnerships, and mobility services. Kumar Priyesh has […]
Signify, a lighting solutions provider, and Dixon Technologies, a diversified manufacturing company, have announced plans to establish a joint venture aimed at manufacturing lighting products and accessories in India. The proposed entity, subject to regulatory approvals, will produce a range of lighting products for various brands in the Indian market. Both companies will hold equal […]
Stellantis India & Asia Pacific has initiated a three-year School Transformation Program at seven government schools near its manufacturing facility in Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu. The program aims to improve school infrastructure and expand access to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education for over 1,500 students. According to the company, the initiative is being carried […]
Square Port Shipyard has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Damen Technical Cooperation B.V., a group company of Damen Shipyards Group N.V. The agreement aims to facilitate shipbuilding activities at Square Port’s facility in Dabhol, Maharashtra, for both domestic and export markets. Under the MoU, Damen Technical Cooperation will support the development of the Dabhol […]
Royal HaskoningDHV is designing two new shipbuilding and repair yards for Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai, India. The contracts, valued at approximately EUR 9 million, involve shipyard planning, engineering, procurement consultancy, and project supervision. The project integrates MDL’s existing shipyard with the new facilities, forming a larger shipbuilding complex that includes a dry […]
The Netherlands is exploring opportunities to source defence equipment from India as part of its procurement strategy for Europe. On March 18, 2025, Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans met with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi to discuss potential areas of collaboration, including shipbuilding, equipment manufacturing, and space technologies. Both ministers examined ways […]