RENK Group AG, a top-tier provider of high-performance drive technologies for both defense and industrial use, has officially opened its new manufacturing plant in Shoolagiri, Tamil Nadu. This expansion marks a pivotal step in RENK’s long-term strategy to deepen its role in India’s defense ecosystem and growing industrial landscape.
“This facility stands as a symbol of mutual trust and long-term vision,” said Praveen Mohan, Managing Director of RENK Gears Private Ltd. “India is a key pillar in our international strategy, especially for defense initiatives. Our goal is not just to supply this market, but to build lasting value alongside our partners.”
The new site enhances RENK’s ability to deliver high-performance technologies through domestic production—cutting lead times, improving cost-effectiveness, and meeting all local content standards. RENK’s dual-track approach includes tailored solutions for India’s domestic sectors—such as gear systems for cement manufacturing, energy infrastructure, and sustainable technologies—while also exporting key components, such as couplings, to its global customer base.
RENK has long supported major Indian defense projects, including the Arjun main battle tank and the INS Vikrant aircraft carrier. The company continues to invest in future defense platforms, such as next-generation light armored vehicles and advanced naval systems. This facility cements RENK India’s role as an integral part of the company’s worldwide production network.
Based in Augsburg, Germany, RENK Group AG is a global leader in specialized propulsion and transmission systems for military and industrial applications. Its product line includes transmissions, gearboxes, hybrid drive systems, suspension technologies, slide bearings, couplings, clutches, and component testing platforms. RENK serves a wide range of sectors, including defense, naval, marine, energy, and heavy industry.
