- Investment of ₹170 crore to establish Ingersoll Rand’s latest manufacturing facility in India, underscoring a commitment to regional growth.
- The new Sanand facility is set to increase production capacity by 1.5 times by 2028, with the potential to double the current capacity by 2030.
- Designed for sustainability and operational excellence, the facility aligns with global standards while fostering local job creation.
Ahmedabad: Ingersoll Rand (India) Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE: IR), a global leader in mission-critical flow creation and life science and industrial solutions, has announced the opening of its cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Sanand, Gujarat. This facility represents the company’s latest investment in India, highlighting its dedication to innovation, sustainability, and regional development. In its initial phase, the site will boast an annual production capacity exceeding 24,000 units, with additional investments planned for future expansion.
Ingersoll Rand’s new manufacturing facility marks one of its most substantial investments in India, with production anticipated to commence by the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2025. As the current facility operates at full capacity of 60,000 units per year, the Sanand facility will provide additional manufacturing capabilities. This development aligns with India’s “Make in India” initiative, supporting the company’s global export goals while underscoring its dedication to precision, reliability, and energy efficiency—all while remaining committed to its mission of Making Life Better.
Speaking on the occasion, Sunil Khanduja, Managing Director, Ingersoll Rand India, expressed his gratitude to the Government of Gujarat for their proactive support in enabling the smooth execution of this investment, stating: “Building on over a century of presence in India, this investment reinforces our commitment to the region, enabling delivery of advanced global technologies tailored for local needs. The facility highlights our focus on sustainable manufacturing, world-class talent, and India’s growing role in global innovation.”
“India is one of our fastest-growing markets, and the Sanand facility gives us the scale, flexibility, and technology to serve our customers better,” said Gareth Topping, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Compression Systems and Services EMEIA. “This investment underscores our multi-brand, multi-channel strategy and strengthens our ability to serve customers in the region more effectively, drive innovation, and uphold global standards of manufacturing precision.”
Facility Details : The state-of-the-art facility spans 65,856 square meters, with a built-up area of 24,527 square meters and an additional 12,000 square meters allocated for a second phase of expansion. The Sanand facility will initially manufacture engineered-to-order products such as centrifugal compressors, refrigeration dryers, gas compressors, large reciprocating compressors (LRBU), and nitrogen generators for industries ranging from pharmaceuticals, electronics and semiconductors, defense, textiles, engineering, automotive, to power. Aligned with Ingersoll Rand’s multi-brand, multi-strategy, this facility enhances the company’s scale and flexibility to serve diverse customer needs across sectors. It supports Ingersoll Rand’s vision of growing and innovating locally while meeting both domestic and global demand through an expanding product portfolio.
Sustainability and Innovation : Ingersoll Rand’s Sanand facility is designed to operate at the intersection of advanced manufacturing and environmental responsibility. The facility incorporates 100% green power, zero-liquid discharge, rainwater harvesting, wastewater recycling, organic composting, and acoustic enclosures, with a commitment to achieving net-zero operations within five years. It also integrates cutting-edge technologies including IoT-enabled monitoring systems, AI-driven predictive maintenance, and digital tools like System Performance Manager powered by Ecoplant and Helix. Combined with in-house R&D labs, these capabilities drive local innovation and customization, making it both a manufacturing hub and an innovation center.
Beyond technology and sustainability, the facility is poised to create significant employment opportunities for local talent with many more indirect opportunities through suppliers, distributors, and service partners. Ingersoll Rand is also investing in workforce development through targeted training and skill-building programs, nurturing talent across shop-floor operations, R&D, and testing.