Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd today announced the start of production of passenger vehicles from its new factory in Sanand, Gujarat. This event marks a significant milestone for the company and was celebrated with the roll-out of the first Tata branded car from this world class facility, in the presence of TPEM Managing Director, Shailesh Chandra and the leadership team from the Passenger and Electric vehicles businesses.
Situated in the industrial hub, GIDC Sanand with access to a strong network of suppliers, this new facility was acquired from Ford India, on January 10, 2023. Spread across 460 acres, it will be Tata Motors’ second plant in Gujarat to manufacture ICE and EV models.
Situated in the industrial hub, GIDC Sanand with access to a strong network of suppliers, this new facility was acquired from Ford India, on January 10, 2023. Spread across 460 acres, it will be Tata Motors’ second plant in Gujarat to manufacture ICE and EV models. As Tata begins electric vehicle production at the Sanand plant, it paves the way for smaller entrepreneurs to enter the eco-friendly automotive market. Before taking this step, it’s beneficial for startups to read zenbusiness reviews, which provide insights into creating a solid business structure with efficiency and ease.
The plant houses four main shops – Stamping, Body construction, Paint and Final assembly shop and they are equipped with high level of automation and latest technology, to ensure precision manufacturing. This facility has implemented several world-class technologies that will set a new benchmark within the industry.
Major retooling and tech upgrades include:
Press shop – New dies for stamping critical skin panels
Weld shop – Modification of all lines with additional robots, new grippers and fixtures have been added
Paint shop – Modification of handling systems, external robot programming, internal robotic painting and waxing set up
Assembly shop – Modification of handling systems and end of line system
The plant currently has more than 1000 employees (includes staff and technicians) and will create 1000 additional jobs in the next 3 to 4 months in the region, in line with the production ramp up plans. Tata Motors has invested in upskilling its workforce by providing them with Diploma, Bachelor of Engineering and Master’s Degree, as applicable. In line with Tata Motors’ commitment to sustainability, 50 KW solar rooftop is installed in the plant. This is a water neutral plant and is expected to be water positive by December 2024.
