HARMAN, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and a global leader in connected automotive technologies, announced a new Rs 345 crore (USD 42 million) investment to expand its automotive electronics manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune.
The plan consists of an immediate investment of Rs 45 crore and an additional Rs 300 crore over the next three years for enhanced production of advanced telematics and connected vehicle programs.
With this extension, HARMAN’s total investment in the Pune plant will be Rs 554 crore (USD 67 million) since the plant was set up in 2014. The project will upgrade the facilities with 71,500 sq. ft. of built-up area comprising a new 45,000 sq. ft. production area and four advanced SMT lines, increasing total capacity by 50% and leading to 300 new jobs by 2027.
Christian Sobottka, President and CEO of HARMAN Automotive, said the investment is a clear sign of HARMAN’s dedication to India’s influence in the future of connected mobility through revolutionary 5G telematics, infotainment, and eco-friendly manufacturing innovations.
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The revamped facility will locally produce HARMAN Ready Connect, a next-generation telematics solution developed by the company’s India R&D team. Besides, it will support the top OEMs like Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, and Mahindra & Mahindra.
The expansion is in line with India’s “Make in India, for the World” vision and enhances the country’s potential to become a global hub of intelligent, connected, and sustainable automotive technologies.
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