Replus, a leading battery manufacturing company and part of the LNJ Bhilwara Group, has announced plans to scale its existing 1GWh production facility to 6GWh over the next year. This expansion aims to meet the rapidly growing demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) in India, while integrating next-generation battery technologies to keep pace with industry advancements.
The upgraded 6GWh facility will be a state-of-the-art production hub, incorporating cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency and sustainability. One of the key features of the plant is its high-speed automation manufacturing, which will utilize advanced automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven processes. These technologies will enable real-time monitoring, machine vision, robotics, automated material handling, and laser welding, all of which will enhance production efficiency while minimizing the plant’s environmental footprint.
In addition to automation, the facility will adopt a flexible, cell chemistry-agnostic approach. This will allow Replus to produce a variety of battery types, including high-energy density cells, blade cells, and next-generation technologies such as sodium-ion (Na-ion), lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP), and lithium titanate (LTO) batteries. This versatility will position the plant to meet the demands of the evolving battery market, ensuring it can accommodate both current and future technological advancements.
The expanded facility will also focus on producing next-generation products designed for diverse applications. These include advanced battery packs and liquid-cooled Energy Storage Systems (BESS), which will be utilized across a wide range of sectors, such as electric passenger vehicles, buses, trucks, and large-scale renewable energy storage solutions. This comprehensive product lineup highlights the facility’s role in supporting the growing global shift towards clean energy and electric mobility.
Through these advancements, the upgraded facility will not only bolster Replus’ production capabilities but also contribute to the development of more efficient, sustainable energy storage solutions. With its combination of automation, innovative cell chemistry, and versatile product offerings, the facility will play a key role in driving the future of energy storage and electric transportation technologies.
Riju Jhunjhunwala, Vice Chairman of LNJ Bhilwara Group, stated, “At LNJ Bhilwara Group, we have always been pioneers in clean energy technologies. The expansion of the Replus plant to 6GWh is a major milestone in our commitment to India’s sustainable growth and energy transition.”
Hiren Pravin Shah, Managing Director and CEO of Replus, added, “With this expansion, Replus is positioning itself to play a central role in the global energy storage revolution. By integrating high-speed automation and cutting-edge battery technologies, we are focused on delivering leading-edge products for the EV and ESS markets.” The expansion further strengthens Replus’s support for the Indian government’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative, promoting self-reliance and bolstering local manufacturing capabilities in India.
Founded in 1960 by the visionary L.N. Jhunjhunwala in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, the LNJ Bhilwara Group has grown into one of India’s most respected business conglomerates. With a diversified portfolio spanning textiles, power, graphite electrodes, and IT sectors, the Group operates across 17 companies, 21 manufacturing units, and 9 marketing offices. The Group’s annual turnover exceeds INR 10,104 Cr ($1.21 Billion), and its companies hold ISO certifications, with five listed on Indian stock exchanges.
Replus Engitech Pvt. Ltd., founded in 2019, is a technology-driven manufacturing startup approved by the Government of India’s DPIIT. Specializing in battery energy storage systems (BESS), Replus has executed 70MWh of BESS projects and holds a confirmed order pipeline of 600MWh in BESS projects and 300MWh in EV battery packs. With its fully automated 1GWh cell-to-pack manufacturing facility in Pune, Replus is set to scale rapidly in India and internationally, focusing on energy storage solutions for both e-mobility and stationary storage markets.
