Key Takeaways:
- SEKISUI CHEMICAL is opening its sixth manufacturing facility in India, focused on injection-molded automobile parts.
- The new plant will be located in Pune, Maharashtra, with an investment of $3 million and operations expected to start in January 2026.
- This expansion is part of SEKISUI CHEMICAL’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the automotive sector, with a target of $130 million in net sales by fiscal 2030.
SEKISUI CHEMICAL to Open New Plant in Pune
SEKISUI CHEMICAL CO., under the leadership of President Keita Kato, has announced plans for its sixth manufacturing facility in India. The new plant, located in Pune, Maharashtra, will focus on producing injection-molded components for the automotive industry under SEKISUI DLJM MOLDING PRIVATE LIMITED. The $3 million investment is expected to increase production capacity by 15% and support the company’s growing presence in the rapidly expanding Indian market. Operations are slated to begin in January 2026.
Strategic Expansion in Pune’s Automotive Hub
The decision to set up the new plant in Pune’s Chakan District was driven by the area’s status as a major automobile manufacturing hub. The region’s established industry presence makes it an ideal location for SEKISUI CHEMICAL to further its automotive production capabilities. The facility will span 10,044 square meters, with 6,288 square meters dedicated to production space. It will focus on manufacturing parts for both automobiles and motorcycles, addressing the rising demand in India’s motorization sector.
Long-Term Growth Goals and Joint Venture Success
This expansion is a key part of SEKISUI DLJM MOLDING’s long-term strategy to boost production and revenue. The company aims to reach $130 million in net sales by 2030, largely driven by the new Pune plant. The joint venture between SEKISUI CHEMICAL and local partner Dipty Lal Judge Mal Private Limited has been operational since 2011, and this new facility marks the latest step in the company’s expansion to meet the increasing demand for injection-molded products in India’s automotive sector.
