Yanmar is Mahindra Origins’ anchor client

Yanmar Group, an over 100-year-old business group from Japan, will establish a diesel engine manufacturing facility in Origins, North Chennai, to cater to original equipment manufacturers (OEM) in the Indian construction and agriculture sectors. The facility is expected to be operational by 2020.

Origins by Mahindra World City comprises industrial clusters, spanning 250 – 600 acres and located in high growth corridors across India. Located on NH16, Phase 1 of Origins, spans 264 acres and is currently at advanced stages of development, with all approvals in place. The project is expected to generate direct employment for 7,000 people when fully completed. Sangeeta Prasad, MD and CEO, Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd, said, “Yanmar Co is one of Japan’s most respected companies and a global leader in diesel engine manufacturing. We remain committed in our endeavour to create efficient industrial ecosystems which enable employment and investment.” Hajime Hirai, Director and GM, Yanmar Engine Manufacturing India, said, “India is a high-potential growth market for the Yanmar Group. For our first manufacturing facility in the country, we were seeking an ideal blend of modern infrastructure, strategic connectivity and supporting social amenities. The self-sufficient ecosystem will help us rapidly scale our operations and attract the right talent.”