NDR Auto Components Opens Andhra Pradesh Plant to Expand Automotive Seat Component Manufacturing

NDR Auto Components Limited has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, NDR Auto Components South Private Limited, officially inaugurated a new manufacturing facility on July 10, 2026. The plant is located at Penukonda, Hindupur, Somandepalli, Gudipalle, Sri Sathya Sai district in India, bearing PIN 515122. The expansion represents a new manufacturing project intended to strengthen the company's production capabilities for automotive seating components while supporting customer requirements in the passenger vehicle segment.

New Manufacturing Facility Planned Capacity

The newly inaugurated facility has been designed with a phased production ramp-up over the next year. Once the planned installation is completed, the plant is expected to achieve an annual production capacity of 50,000 frame sets for 5-seater passenger cars along with 28,000 seat cover (trim) sets for 7-seater passenger cars. The project focuses on expanding manufacturing capability while supporting future production requirements through a structured capacity enhancement program.

Investment Details for the Project

The project involves an estimated investment of approximately INR 272.9 million. According to the company, the investment will be financed through a combination of loan and equity funding. This financial structure is intended to support the establishment of the new production facility and the installation of manufacturing infrastructure required for automotive seating component production.

Components to Be Manufactured

The new plant will manufacture frame structures, seat covers (trims), and additional automotive components made from plastic, metal, and polyurethane materials. These products are primarily intended to supply Kia Motors India through Hyundai Transys, whose operations are located at Penukonda in Anantapur district. The facility has been established to support the production requirements of the automotive seating supply chain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why has NDR Auto Components established the new manufacturing plant in Andhra Pradesh?
NDR Auto Components established the new manufacturing facility through its wholly owned subsidiary to expand production of automotive seating components and support customer demand. The plant will manufacture frame structures, seat covers, and other plastic, metal, and polyurethane-based automotive components. It is planned to achieve installed production capacities over the next year while primarily supplying Kia Motors India through Hyundai Transys operating at Penukonda, supported by an investment of approximately INR 272.9 million financed through loan and equity.