SKF India Industrial Announces ₹653-Crore Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Pune!

SKF India (Industrial) Limited has announced a ₹653-crore investment to establish a next-generation manufacturing facility in Pune, Maharashtra. Scheduled for completion by 2030, the new plant is designed to expand the company’s advanced manufacturing footprint in India while reinforcing its focus on digital integration, sustainability and resilient supply networks.

The upcoming facility will function as a digitally enabled and environmentally responsible manufacturing campus. It is being designed to enhance production capabilities through intelligent automation, real-time process monitoring and energy-efficient systems. The plant is expected to raise benchmarks for operational efficiency, output quality and sustainable industrial practices.

According to company leadership, the investment reflects strong confidence in India’s expanding role as a global manufacturing hub. The new campus will combine advanced engineering with smart manufacturing technologies to improve productivity and responsiveness. Beyond increasing capacity, the project aims to create a flexible and globally competitive manufacturing ecosystem that strengthens local supply chains and supports long-term growth.

The Pune facility will build on SKF India Industrial’s existing presence in the region. It will streamline current production lines while introducing new ones, creating a scalable platform aligned with global standards. The plant is intended to enhance the company’s ability to meet evolving customer requirements across multiple industrial segments.

The investment is expected to support industries such as energy, railways, metals and mining, and other heavy sectors by improving local manufacturing capability and reducing response times. As India continues to advance its industrial base, the facility is positioned to play a key role in supporting demand for high-performance industrial solutions.

Through this initiative, SKF India Industrial strengthens its commitment to leveraging science, engineering expertise and smart manufacturing technologies to help industries operate with greater speed, efficiency and scale while maintaining sustainable practices.