Quick Takeaways
- Sumitomo Riko India plant strengthens hose supply capacity for northern automakers.
- The Bawal facility adds scale to support electrification-driven demand growth.
On January 13, 2026, Sumitomo Riko Co. Ltd. announced that its group company, SumiRiko Imperial Rubber India Pvt. Ltd. (SRK-IR), has completed construction of a new manufacturing facility in Bawal, Haryana, with production scheduled to begin in February 2026. The development marks a strategic step in reinforcing the Sumitomo Riko India plant network.
The Indian subsidiary manufactures and supplies automotive and motorcycle hoses for the domestic market. As India accelerates vehicle electrification and tightens environmental regulations, SRK-IR is enhancing its supply readiness for Japanese and Indian automakers operating in northern India.
Sumitomo Riko India Plant Capacity and Investment Details
With the addition of the Bawal unit, SRK-IR will increase its overall production capacity by approximately 33%, improving responsiveness to rising OEM demand.
Key highlights include:
SRK-IR was established in 2005 as the Sumitomo Riko group’s first manufacturing base in India. The Bawal facility becomes the company’s sixth plant in the country, underlining its long-term commitment to the Indian automotive supply chain.
The Indian subsidiary manufactures and supplies automotive and motorcycle hoses for the domestic market. As India accelerates vehicle electrification and tightens environmental regulations, SRK-IR is enhancing its supply readiness for Japanese and Indian automakers operating in northern India.
Sumitomo Riko India Plant Capacity and Investment Details
With the addition of the Bawal unit, SRK-IR will increase its overall production capacity by approximately 33%, improving responsiveness to rising OEM demand.
Key highlights include:
- Total capital investment of around INR 441 million
- Facility commissioning planned for February 2026
- Focus on automotive and two-wheeler hose production
SRK-IR was established in 2005 as the Sumitomo Riko group’s first manufacturing base in India. The Bawal facility becomes the company’s sixth plant in the country, underlining its long-term commitment to the Indian automotive supply chain.
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