8AUGUST, 2025ZF INITIATES LOCAL PRODUCTION OF ELECTRIC PARK BRAKES IN INDIABHARAT FORGE TO LAUNCH ADVANCED AEROSPACE RING MILL BY 2026India's passenger vehicle segment has taken a decisive step forward in next-generation braking technology with ZF's commencement of Electric Park Brake (EPB) production in the country. Integrated into a newly launched all-electric vehicle from a leading Indian OEM, this marks the first ever SOP of ZF's EPB in an Indian passenger car -- a milestone in the nation's journey toward advanced e-mobility and safety.The EPB launch is part of ZFs India and the World Make in India strategy, which is its determination to support local manufacturing of automotive solutions that are benchmarked around the globe. The EPB is configured to deliver class-leading low drag and NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) levels, to boost vehicle efficiency and to permit the transition by India to electrification. It enables advanced safety features, including two wheel anti-lock emergency stops, and integrates seamlessly into the brake system with dynamic actuation and brake pad wear sensing.Scalable across passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and light trucks, ZF's EPB offers Indian OEMs flexibility in vehicle design while improving reliability over traditional mechanical systems.Speaking on the development, Akash Passey, President ZF Group in India, said: "The SOP of ZF's first Electric Park Brake in India, on a product like the all-new EV car platform, embodies ZF's commitment to offer leading mobility solutions for local requirements. With advanced systems like the EPB, we are not only enhancing vehicle safety and performance but also supporting Indian auto makers in providing world class and safe products in India."ZF's latest action advances India's transition to safer, smarter, and more green transportation by establishing its position as the global market leader in braking technology, having almost 250 million EPB calipers presently on the road globally. Bharat Forge has revealed a substantial development in the aerospace manufacturing ambition of India by planning to introduce a modern aerospace ringmill by 2026.The advanced hub will be established at the company headquarters in Pune and will focus on reinforcing India as a part of the global aerospace supply chain. The new ring mill facility in the aerospace industry will be specialized in producing precision forged parts, specializing in aero-engine parts.The facility is designed to fulfill stringent quality and traceability requirement of the global aerospace industry and is another big step in the development of advanced manufacturing capability of Bharat Forge.Another agreement signed by Bharat Forge is a long-term supply agreement with Pratt & Whitney Canada, one of the major aircraft engine manufacturing companies of the world. This is a tactical partnership that shows the amount of confidence international aerospace giants are putting in Indian manufacturing with an intention of seeking diversification of suppliers.The aerospace ring mill is anticipated to be instrumental in promotion of indigenous manufacturing under its "Make in India" and "Atmanirbhar Bharat" missions by the government. Once they are active, it will improve the export opportunities of the country as well as cut the reliance on foreign aerospace parts.As the aerospace industry experiences faster growth in the global market, the facility will not only establish Bharat Forge as a strategic supplier of precision forged products to airlines, and an original equipment manufacturer in the aerospace industry but will also make India a central node in high value aerospace production. Part of the strategy has been the long-term vision at Bharat Forge to expand its presence, through innovation, quality and strategic global collaborations in the aerospace industry. TOP STORIES8AUGUST, 2025
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