Daifuku Opens Mfg Unit In Hyd

This facility aligns seamlessly with the Make in India initiative, reflecting our commitment to empowering automation, innovation, and resilience within India’s logistics ecosystem. Beyond supporting India’s infrastructure, this facility represents our dedication to empowering local talent, driving collaboration, and shaping the future of intralogistics in India -- Hiroshi Geshiro, CEO, Daifuku Co Ltd

Mumbai: Daifuku Intralogistics India Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Japan-based Daifuku Co Ltd, a global leader in intralogistics and material handling automation, has announced the opening of its new landmark Rs2.27 billion state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Hyderabad, Telangana.

Commenting on this milestone, Hiroshi Geshiro, CEO, Daifuku Co Ltd, said: “India stands as one of our most strategic global markets, and this facility underscores our deep confidence in its vibrant growth story and potential. It aligns seamlessly with the Make in India initiative, reflecting our commitment to empowering automation, innovation, and resilience within India’s logistics ecosystem. Beyond supporting India’s infrastructure, this facility represents our dedication to empowering local talent, driving collaboration, and shaping the future of intralogistics in India. We are honoured to contribute to this journey of excellence and lasting impact for customers and communities alike.”

This transformative initiative highlights Daifuku’s steadfast commitment to ‘Make in India’, a vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to strengthen India’s manufacturing capabilities, create employment, and foster economic growth. As a vital step in Daifuku’s India growth strategy, the facility is designed to meet the growing demand for automation across industries, including e-commerce, retail, automotive, pharmaceutical, and FMCG.

Srinivas Garimella, Chairman, Daifuku Intralogistics India Pvt Ltd, added: “Our Rs2.27 billion investment goes beyond infrastructure, it is a commitment to the people of India, blending cutting-edge technology, local expertise, and sustainability to redefine the future of intralogistics. This facility embodies the strong partnership between India and Japan, built on mutual respect and shared aspirations. By fostering collaboration and empowering local talent, we aim to drive innovation, create meaningful impact, and deliver excellence for our customers and communities.”

This ground-breaking financial milestone highlights Daifuku’s belief in India’s dynamic market and its potential to become a global manufacturing hub. This project further strengthens the Indo-Japanese bilateral relationship, with a focus on knowledge transfer, skill development, and co-creation.

Strategically located in Hyderabad, a hub for innovation and logistics, the facility is set to play a vital role in empowering India’s workforce. Asim Behera, CEO, Daifuku Intralogistics India Pvt Ltd, emphasized: “The exceptional investment in innovation significantly enhances our ability to deliver smarter, scalable, and future-ready intralogistics solutions tailored to India’s needs. This facility will generate over 100 skilled jobs.”