Remsons Opens Rs 50 Million Rail Parts Unit in Pune

27 May 2025 CW Team

Remsons Industries Ltd has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility for locomotive applications in Chakan, Pune. Spanning thirty thousand square feet, the plant features advanced precision engineering systems, assembly lines, and railway-grade testing labs. The facility was opened on 23 May 2025 by Chairman and Managing Director Mr Krishna Kejriwal.

This state-of-the-art unit strengthens Remsons’ role in the railway sector and will cater to both freight and passenger rail markets. Key capabilities include CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication with welding, an in-house compliance lab, and a training centre for skilled workers.

The plant is part of a Rs 50 million investment, financed through debt, with capacity expansion planned over three years. This marks Remsons’ strategic move to grow its mobility offerings into the locomotive domain.

Remsons, a trusted supplier to original equipment manufacturers for over fifty years, operates facilities in India and the United Kingdom. The firm manufactures control cables, gear shifters, winches, sensors, and other auto components for two, three, and four-wheelers.

Recognised among India’s top workplaces in the auto sector, Remsons continues to prioritise innovation, sustainability, and high-quality engineering solutions for domestic and global clients.

Source:Press release by Remsons Industries Ltd

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