Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Renault Group, has resumed vehicle exports to Sri Lanka, expanding its international export footprint to 16 countries. The first shipment of 100 Made-in-India vehicles, comprising the all-new Triber, Kwid and Kiger, has departed from Chennai, marking Renault’s return to the Sri Lankan market.
Renault is re-entering Sri Lanka in partnership with AMW Motors, one of the country’s leading automotive distributors. The partnership is expected to support Renault’s renewed commercial presence in the market and provide a platform for the brand to expand its operations in Sri Lanka.
Francisco Hidalgo, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Renault India, said, “The resumption of exports to Sri Lanka is an important step in our international growth journey. We see significant potential to expand the reach of vehicles engineered and manufactured in India, while strengthening India’s role as an export base for Renault. Our focus is to build sustainable markets over the long term, supported by strong local partnerships and a product portfolio suited to customer needs.”
The vehicles being exported to Sri Lanka are manufactured at Renault India’s facility in Oragadam, Chennai. With the plant supporting both domestic demand and international markets, the latest shipment further strengthens the role of Renault’s Indian manufacturing operations within the Renault Group’s global business.
Renault India plans to expand its product portfolio in Sri Lanka over time, with the New Duster among the models slated for introduction. The addition of the New Duster is expected to enable Renault to address a broader range of customer requirements and vehicle segments as it rebuilds its presence in the country.
India has emerged as an important manufacturing and export base for Renault vehicles. The company has exported nearly 200,000 vehicles from India to international markets to date, with destinations including South Africa and Saudi Arabia, along with other overseas markets.
The resumption of exports to Sri Lanka forms part of Renault India’s wider international strategy and highlights the company’s focus on leveraging its Indian manufacturing capabilities to serve markets outside the country. The partnership with AMW Motors will support the company’s renewed market presence while providing customers in Sri Lanka access to Renault models manufactured in India.
Renault is a historic mobility brand and a pioneer of electric vehicles in Europe. Through its Renaulution strategic plan, the company is pursuing a transformation focused on a more competitive, balanced and electrified vehicle range. Renault aims to advance technology, energy solutions and mobility services while developing innovative products and experiences for customers.
Renault India Pvt. Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Renault SAS., France. Renault India vehicles are manufactured at the company’s Oragadam facility in Chennai, which has an annual production capacity of 480,000 units. Renault India has a network of close to 638 sales and service touchpoints across the country, including more than 200 Workshop on Wheels locations.
