Nittan India doubles factory output with Sri City expansion
Japanese auto component manufacturer Nittan India Tech has expanded its manufacturing facility in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, effectively doubling its production capacity from 1 million to 2 million valves per month. The new investment of ₹41 crore takes the firm’s total Indian investment to ₹257 crore. The expansion also adds an additional 7,350 sq metres of floor space and increases the workforce by around 100 employees.
Key figures from the company highlighted that this is not just a jump in numbers but a strategic push to better serve the booming OEM automotive segment in India, including partnerships with major vehicle makers.
Tyre Times’ view
For the tyre industry, this move by Nittan India is significant in several ways. First, it reflects the broader strength and localisation of India’s auto supply chain, which benefits tyre suppliers as OEM tyre fitments and replacements both scale.
With more component capacity onshore, OEMs can ramp up vehicle production, and hence demand for tyres. Second, the investment shows confidence in future mobility, which suggests stable tyre demand ahead of shifts to electric vehicles and new vehicle segments. Finally, the expansion underlines the need for tyre manufacturers and dealers to keep a close eye on upstream supply-chain trends. When your component supplier doubles output, the ripple effect on demand for tyres and allied products can be quite strong.
