Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd Expands with New Plant in Mexico

Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd (Sona Comstar) informed in an exchange filing that the company had launched a manufacturing facility in Mexico on April 20, 2024.

Details of the New Manufacturing Plant

One of the leading global providers of automotive technology solutions, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd, announced the inauguration of its new manufacturing plant in the Fipasi Industrial Park, Silao, Mexico.

The company stated that this strategic expansion highlights its commitment to meet the increasing demand for high-quality driveline solutions for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) in North America. As mobility undergoes a profound transformation, Sona Comstar remains at the forefront of electrification through strategic expansions and investments in research and development, dedicatedly pioneering innovative solutions that seamlessly align with this dynamic future.

The new manufacturing unit will specialise in producing differential assemblies and reduction gears meticulously designed for BEVs. Going further, it will diversify its product range to

accommodate the evolving technological advancements in electric vehicles.

As one of the leading manufacturers of differential assemblies for BEVs in the world, Sona Comstar recognises the significance of North America as the largest end-market, contributing a substantial 40% to its revenue. The strategic location of the new plant in Mexico is poised to enhance the company’s supply chain efficiency and responsiveness to customer demands in the region.

The company further added that the state-of-the-art unit in Mexico will be equipped with advanced manufacturing technologies and adhere to the highest quality and safety standards. This will greatly improve Sona Comstar’s production capabilities while creating numerous job opportunities and substantially contributing to the local economy. The initiative reflects the company’s dedication to sustainable and environmentally responsible manufacturing practices.

The CEO of Driveline Business at Sona Comstar, Mr V Vikram Verma, said, “Throughout our journey, we’ve consistently grown by meeting our customers’ evolving needs and expectations. Our relentless pursuit of innovation and adoption of cutting-edge technologies have firmly entrenched us as the premier partner for global automakers. We aim to solidify our position as the preferred driveline solutions provider for automakers in North America by establishing our new manufacturing plant in Mexico. This expansion demonstrates our unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and aligns with our long-term growth strategy to capitalise on the escalating EV demand.”

On April 22, 2024, the share price of Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd opened at ₹671.00, touching the day’s low at ₹664.10, as of 10:48 AM on the NSE.

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