Trutzschler India has inaugurated its cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Sanand, near Ahmedabad, Gujarat, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey. The new plant replaces its earlier site in Ahmedabad and aims to boost operational efficiency, sustainability, and innovation for both domestic and international markets.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Chief Minister of Gujarat Bhupendra Bhai Patel, Germany’s Consul General Achim Fabig, and Member of Parliament Parshottam Ji Rupala, alongside the Trutzschler and Schurenkramer families, the Trutzschler Group management, and CEO of Trutzschler India, Joseph Thomson. A large gathering of customers, partners, and employees joined the event, which featured inspiring speeches, networking, and a cultural program.
Spanning 164,000 square meters with a built-up area of 72,000 square meters, the new plant employs over 1,000 people. It is equipped to manufacture spinning preparation machines, card clothing, and nonwoven equipment, supporting both Indian and global demand. The facility has been designed with strong sustainability credentials and is targeting a gold rating from the Indian Green Building Council. It is also certified under ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 50001:2018 standards.
Sustainability features include solar panels, rainwater harvesting, electric vehicle charging points, and AI-driven process optimization. Additionally, the plant houses a new Customer Training Center and an expanded Trutzschler Training Academy, supporting the Skill India Mission.
CEO Joseph Thomson emphasized the plant's role in meeting rising market demands with advanced, eco-conscious technology, expressing gratitude to all stakeholders involved in bringing the project to life.