ZF Wind Power Coimbatore reached a new milestone: 50 GW of wind gearboxes

• ZF reinforces its global leadership in wind gearbox technology with a 50 GW milestone of wind gearboxes for ZF Coimbatore
• ZF reaffirms its commitment to the India growth story and has invested € 230 million, till Dec 2023 in ZF Wind Power Coimbatore

August 27, 2024, Coimbatore, India: ZF Wind Power, worldwide leader in technology-driven manufacturing and a service partner in the global wind turbine gearbox industry, announced a major milestone for the Indian market: the total production of 50 GW gearbox capacity at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Coimbatore, India. This achievement underlines ZF’s commitment to India's renewable energy landscape, while strengthening their position as a strategic partner on the road to a sustainable future.

The 50 GW milestone is a testament to ZF's early entry and sustained commitment to the Indian wind market. The ZF Wind Power plant at Coimbatore is the largest plant for wind gearbox production in the world, excluding China. By establishing a key export hub and continuously investing in local capabilities, ZF plays a pivotal role in shaping India's wind energy landscape.

Long term strategic investments in the ZF Wind Power plant in Coimbatore are dedicated to expanding its manufacturing capacity from 9 to 12 GW per year to meet the growth envisioned for the wind market. This is coupled with the installation of a 13 MW test rig, further solidifying ZF's position as a partner in development and validation.

Prof Dr. Peter Laier, Member of the Board of Management, ZF Group expressed his enthusiasm about this milestone, stating, "ZF Wind Power is a leading gearbox supplier in India with this plant providing gearboxes to both domestic and global customers under - Make in India for India and for the World. The ZF Group’s investment in the expansion of production facilities is a testament to the long-term goals and growth potential for the region. We stay committed to the sustainability objectives, and with the expanded facilities we will be positioned to contribute significantly to achieve India’s ambition of doubling the nation’s wind power capacity by 2030”.

Akash Passey, President ZF Group in India noted, “We are proud to be the only plant in India that achieved this milestone. Our strategic focus on sustainability and ZF’s DNA of quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has enabled us to maintain our leadership position in the Indian wind gearbox market. As a part of our technology and the capacity expansion, we have already committed to investing INR 750 crores earlier this year during the Global Investors meet in Chennai. The expansion planned is focused on leveraging the market potential and meeting customer requirements.”

“We strive for local production that’s as close as possible to our partner’s destination. Advanced and sustainable logistics maximize our global manufacturing footprint while minimizing the ecological footprint. ZF Wind Power’s investment is our commitment to flexibility in local and global production to address the dynamic customer demand,” says Felix Henseler, CEO of ZF Wind Power. “This way we empower a sustainable future together with our partners.”

Deepak Pohekar, ED and Head ZF Wind Power plant Coimbatore mentioned, “Our Coimbatore plant is a state-of-the-art manufacturing hub spread over more than 120,000 sq. meters. Along with production its robust center for research and development actively works on global solutions. This facility also acts as one of the major service hubs for ZF Wind Power. The facility's ability to adapt to evolving customer demands, both locally and globally, driven by the commitment of the talented team, has been instrumental in its success.”

This expansion aligns seamlessly with ZF’s broader sustainability goals and commitment to carbon neutrality by 2040. The Coimbatore plant incorporates advanced technologies and processes to minimize its environmental footprint and contribute to a greener future.