Action Construction Equipment Limited has entered into a strategic joint venture with Kato Works Co, Ltd to manufacture advanced cranes in India. The new entity, ACE KATO Pvt Ltd, will combine the technological expertise of Kato Works with ACE’s manufacturing strength and market presence.
Structured as a 50:50 partnership, the venture will involve an investment of approximately ₹200 crore. A manufacturing facility will be set up in Haryana, with operations expected to commence in 2026. The facility will focus on producing high-capacity cranes, including truck cranes, crawler cranes and rough terrain cranes, catering to both domestic and international markets.
The collaboration is aimed at strengthening product competitiveness by improving performance, reliability and cost efficiency. By integrating global engineering capabilities with local production, the venture seeks to address rising demand for advanced construction equipment driven by infrastructure expansion.
India’s construction and infrastructure sectors are witnessing sustained growth, leading to increased demand for technologically advanced lifting solutions. The joint venture is positioned to support this demand while contributing to the development of domestic manufacturing capabilities.
The partnership also aligns with the government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative, which aims to position the country as a global manufacturing hub. By localising production of high-end cranes, the companies intend to reduce dependence on imports and enhance India’s competitiveness in the global construction equipment market.
ACE, headquartered in Haryana, has built a strong presence in the material handling and construction equipment segment, with exports to over 40 countries. Kato Works brings decades of experience in designing and manufacturing mobile cranes and construction machinery, with a reputation for engineering precision and product durability.
The joint venture will leverage Kato’s proprietary technologies and engineering expertise to develop products suited for diverse operating conditions. In addition to serving the Indian market, the company plans to explore export opportunities across regions such as Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
The initiative reflects a broader trend of international collaborations aimed at strengthening India’s industrial capabilities while enabling access to advanced technologies. With a focus on innovation and scale, ACE KATO Pvt Ltd is expected to play a key role in meeting the evolving needs of the construction and infrastructure sectors.
