ZF Wind Power Coimbatore Rolls Out 50 GW Wind Gearboxes

ZF Wind Power, a technology-driven manufacturer and service partner in the global wind turbine gearbox industry, has achieved a total production capacity of 50 GW of gearboxes at its manufacturing facility in Coimbatore, India. The ZF Wind Power plant in Coimbatore is one of the largest wind gearbox production facilities in the world outside of China. The company has established a key export hub and has continuously invested in local capabilities.

The latest long-term strategic investments in the ZF Wind Power plant in Coimbatore are focused on expanding its manufacturing capacity from 9 to 12 GW per year to meet the growth envisioned for the wind market. This is coupled with the installation of a 13 MW test rig, which will further solidify ZF’s position as a partner in development and validation.

Peter Laier, Member of the Board of Management, ZF Group, expressed his enthusiasm about this milestone, stating, “ZF Wind Power is a leading gearbox supplier in India, with this plant providing gearboxes to both domestic and global customers under the ‘Make in India for India and for the World’ initiative.”

Akash Passey, President of ZF Group in India, noted, “We are proud to be the only plant in India that has achieved this milestone. As part of our technology and capacity expansion, we have already committed to investing Rs. 750 crores earlier this year during the Global Investors Meet in Chennai. The planned expansion is focused on leveraging market potential and meeting customer requirements.”

“We strive for local production that’s as close as possible to our partners’ destinations. Advanced and sustainable logistics maximize our global manufacturing footprint while minimizing our ecological footprint. ZF Wind Power’s investment is our commitment to flexibility in local and global production to address dynamic customer demand,” says Felix Henseler, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ZF Wind Power. “This way, we empower a sustainable future together with our partners.”

Deepak Pohekar, Executive Director (ED) and Head of the ZF Wind Power Plant in Coimbatore mentioned, “Our Coimbatore plant is a state-of-the-art manufacturing hub spread over more than 120,000 square meters. Along with production, its robust center for research and development actively works on global solutions. This facility also acts as one of the major service hubs for ZF Wind Power. The facility’s ability to adapt to evolving customer demands, both locally and globally, driven by the commitment of our talented team, has been instrumental in its success.”

This expansion aligns seamlessly with ZF’s broader sustainability goals and commitment to carbon neutrality by 2040. The Coimbatore plant incorporates advanced technologies and processes to minimize its environmental footprint and contribute to a greener future.