Saietta VNA, London-listed Saietta Group PLC (AIM:SED)'s Indian joint venture, has announced the full operational status of its new 33,000-square-foot facility in Manesar, India, that will be host to electric (eDrive) production.
In fact, it has already begun production of the AFT eDrive, with plans to start manufacturing the RFT eDrive system in the second quarter of 2024. This development aligns with the company's strategy to utilise a largely local supply chain.
Both the AFT and RFT eDrive solutions were designed and developed at Saietta's Global Technical Centre in Silverstone, UK.
For the opening, Pradumna Walimbe, CEO of Saietta VNA, welcomed Tony Gott, executive chair of Saietta Group plc, and Kabir Bhandari, founder & managing director of Padmini VNA Mechatronics. More recently, the facility also welcomed David Woolley, CEO of Saietta Electric Drive.
"This facility is a testament [to] our commitment to India’s transition to sustainable mobility and ‘make in India’ strategy," said a press release from Saietta VNA.
"Vehicles powered by Saietta's AFT and RFT motors are expected to be on India's roads in the first half of 2024."
This move not only enhances Saietta's manufacturing capabilities but also demonstrates its commitment to advancing eco-friendly transportation solutions.