OJUS Power and Technologies Pvt Ltd, a prominent player in India’s power and engineering sector, has announced a strategic alliance with Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems (HIES) to launch a comprehensive range of high-performance industrial air compressors specifically designed for the Indian market. The launch event took place at OJUS’s advanced manufacturing facility in Hosur, where the partnership was formally introduced.
Under the agreement, OJUS will handle nationwide distribution for Hitachi’s compressor lineup, which includes oil-injected and oil-free rotary screw, reciprocating, and scroll compressors. These systems are suited for multiple sectors, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, food processing, cement, engineering, and chemicals.
The unveiling event was attended by senior executives from both companies. Key attendees included Ram Sampathkumar, Chairman & Managing Director of OJUS Power, Deepa, Director of Finance at OJUS Power, and Bob Ogino, Managing Director of Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems India.
Distinguished guests at the event included Dr MP Shyam, President of RV Educational Institutions, who served as the Chief Guest, and LKM Adhi, Managing Director of Knitvel Needles Pvt Ltd and Elkayem Auto Ancillaries Pvt. Ltd, as Guest of Honour. This collaboration underscores a deepening of industrial ties between India and Japan, aimed at fostering technology sharing, operational excellence, and enhanced customer support. By merging Hitachi’s global experience in industrial innovation with OJUS’s robust distribution and service network across India, the partnership aims to redefine standards in energy efficiency, durability, and performance in the air compressor space.
Ram Sampathkumar, MD of OJUS Power, shared his views at the event “Hitachi is recognized worldwide for its engineering excellence in compressor technology. We’re proud to bring their solutions to India at a time when demand for efficient and reliable industrial systems is accelerating across industries.”
Bob Ogino, MD of Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems India, also commented “Hitachi brings more than a century of engineering heritage, and India remains a crucial market for us. Our collaboration with OJUS reflects our shared commitment to delivering quality, innovation, and value to customers across the country.”
With India’s industrial air compressor market valued at approximately USD 1.4 billion, and annual demand ranging between 45,000 to 50,000 units, the OJUS–Hitachi partnership is strategically positioned to serve the evolving requirements of India’s expanding infrastructure and manufacturing ecosystem.
