Hitachi Energy India to Invest ₹300 Crore in Mysuru Facility, Capacity to Double by 2027
By Shishta Dutta | Published at: Aug 29, 2025 06:06 PM IST
Mysuru, Aug 29, 2025 — Hitachi Energy India Ltd. (NSE: POWERINDIA, BSE: 543187) has committed an investment of ₹300 crore to double the size of its insulation and components plant in Mysuru, Karnataka. The expansion will double transformer-grade pressboard and laminated board manufacturing capacity and add the world’s first ever fossil-free production line to the facility.
The growth is part of the company’s ₹2,000 crore India investment program announced in October 2024 and will be implemented over four to five years. The new facility will replace fossil-fuel boilers and run on 100 percent fossil-free process heat and electricity, further demonstrating the company’s sustainability commitment.
Key Expansion Highlights
The firm announced a ₹300 crore investment to double the capacity of its Mysuru, Karnataka, insulation and components plant as part of its overall ₹2,000 crore India investment strategy. The plant, targeted for mid-2027 completion, will be a 100% fossil-free process heat and electricity power system and double capacity, highlighting its dedication to green manufacturing. After commencement of operations, the new facility will not only be serving the Indian market but will also be targeting major overseas markets such as the U.A.E., Oman, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Indonesia, South Korea, and South Africa.
Before and After Overview
| Parameter | Current | Post-Expansion |
|---|---|---|
| Pressboard Production | Existing capacity | 2x current capacity |
| Energy Source | Fossil-fuel based | 100% fossil-free |
| Market Coverage | India and select exports | Wider coverage across Middle East, Asia, Africa |
Management Commentary
N Venu, Managing Director & CEO, Hitachi Energy India: “With this expansion, we’re proud to support India’s growing grid and renewable energy integration while strengthening the local energy manufacturing ecosystem for a more sustainable future.”
Helmut Bockshammer, Global Product Group Manager, Transformers Insulation and Components: “By localizing pressboard production, we’re securing supply chains, boosting reliability, and supporting the shift to renewables.”
REF: https://nsearchives.nseindia.com/corporate/HitachiEnergy_29082025134835_Pressrelease.pdf
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