FORVIA Seating Program To Establish New India Manufacturing Plant

FORVIA Announces New Complete Seat Manufacturing Plant in India

FORVIA has announced the FORVIA Seating Program, securing a major seating business that will establish a new manufacturing plant for complete seat assembly in India. The facility will become FORVIA's 10th production location in the country and its first dedicated facility focused on complete seat manufacturing. Production activities are expected to begin in 2027, with the plant supporting the complete production process from seating component manufacturing to final assembly operations.

The new manufacturing program will cover complete seating systems, including seat structures, mechanisms, foam components, covers, and final assembly for the first and second rows. The facility will strengthen FORVIA's seating capabilities in the Indian automotive market by integrating multiple production stages under one dedicated manufacturing operation. The program represents an expansion of advanced automotive seating solutions with focus on improving efficiency, space utilization, and localized production capabilities.

The upcoming plant will also introduce FORVIA's proprietary Cover Carving Technology, an innovative polyurethane-based solution designed to optimize seat geometry and maximize rear cabin space. This technology enables improved seating design flexibility while supporting enhanced passenger comfort. The implementation of advanced seating technologies highlights the growing importance of intelligent component solutions and premium interior experiences in the evolving passenger vehicle market of India.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will FORVIA's new complete seat manufacturing plant in India start production?
The new FORVIA manufacturing plant in India is expected to begin production in 2027 and will focus on complete seat assembly operations. The facility will handle seating system production including structures, mechanisms, foam, covers, and final assembly. It will become FORVIA's 10th facility in India and its first dedicated complete seat manufacturing location.