OP Mobility to Invest Up To US$300 Million in India to Expand Manufacturing and R&D Footprint

French automotive technology leader OP Mobility SE has announced a massive investment of US$200–US$300 million (₹1,774–₹2,661 crore) in India over the next 5 years, as per news reports. The company aims to expand its manufacturing footprint, enhance engineering and research capabilities, and strengthen its position in India’s rapidly growing automobile sector. 

This marks the company’s largest commitment to India so far, reflecting its confidence in the country’s long-term growth prospects.

India’s Expanding Role in OP Mobility’s Global Strategy

Formerly known as Plastic Omnium, OP Mobility is a US$14 billion multinational operating across 28 countries, with 95% of its business generated outside France. Chairman Laurent Burelle said the company’s decision to expand in India followed a “deeply inspiring” meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, praising his clarity of vision and deep understanding of the automotive sector. 

As part of its expansion, the company will double its factories in India from five to ten and set up a new technology centre in Pune, its largest in Asia. As per the senior management, India has become a key pillar in OP Mobility’s global strategy, with plans to add five new factories in major auto hubs such as Chennai, Manesar, Aurangabad, Hansalpur, and Kharkhoda over the next 5 years, along with expanding the Pune tech centre. 

The company currently earns US$250 million annually from its India operations and aims to more than double this figure. Burelle noted that although entering India in 2007 was challenging, the past five years have seen rapid growth, profitability, and a strong reputation for quality and competitiveness, positioning the company to accelerate its next phase of growth.

Accelerating Clean Mobility and Innovation

OP Mobility’s new investment will focus on emerging clean mobility technologies, including battery systems and hydrogen energy storage, to support India’s transition toward sustainable transportation.

The company is also looking to boost innovation through digital intelligence and localisation of advanced automotive technologies. With this, India will play a central role in OP Mobility’s goal of developing lightweight and sustainable solutions for global markets.

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Conclusion

OP Mobility’s latest investment underlines its deepening commitment to India’s automotive and clean energy sectors. With plans to expand manufacturing, advance hydrogen and battery systems, and enhance R&D, the French auto major is positioning India as a key innovation and production hub in its global journey toward sustainable mobility.

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