Johnson Controls expands Indian presence with the manufacturing facility in Pune

By OEM Update Editorial March 19, 2024 2:42 pm IST

The expansion will enable Johnson Controls to produce more made-in-India parts and products, thereby contributing to India’s digital technology development.

Johnson Controls, a world leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is expanding its long-standing commitment to India and the country’s net-zero journey with new strategic initiatives. Following the launch of the Net Zero Buildings Initiative in collaboration with Mahindra Group, the firm has disclosed the expansion of its third production plant in the country, which is located in Pune.

“India’s vibrant economy, skilled workforce, and thriving manufacturing sector have made it an attractive destination for businesses worldwide,” said George Oliver, Chairman and CEO, Johnson Controls. “We are thrilled to be a part of this dynamic landscape and excited for what our future holds here. By expanding our presence in Pune, we are strengthening our commitment to serve our customers better and meet their evolving needs.”

During their visit to India from March 6–9, Oliver and Anu Rathninde, President, Asia Pacific, Johnson Controls, engaged with senior public and private sector leaders to discuss strategies to expedite India’s objectives for achieving net zero emissions. This included Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs; Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Textiles; Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs.

Johnson Controls’ Pune plant manufactures air-cooled and water-cooled chillers for a variety of applications, including data centers. With a planned 50 percent increase in floor space, the plant expansion would allow the company to develop more made-in-India parts and products that will help India’s digital technology boom. Johnson Controls is also seeking local suppliers wherever possible as it expands the factory.

Since its inception in India in 1995, Johnson Controls has increased its workforce to over 8,500 people, illustrating the company’s commitment to local talent and the economy. Johnson Controls serves customers in public and private enterprises, as well as industries such as transportation, information technology, healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing, through three manufacturing facilities in India and five R&D and engineering centers (including three OpenBlue Innovation Centers). Johnson Controls has assisted customers in India significantly reduce energy costs and carbon emissions by integrating building technologies such as high-efficiency chillers, heat pumps, building management systems, and OpenBlue digital solutions, thereby contributing to the country’s drive for a green future.

As Johnson Controls looks ahead, the firm is hopeful about its role in establishing a “Viksit Bharat” by 2047. Johnson Controls is committed to collaborating with India to become a worldwide leader in the digital revolution through collaboration, innovation, and an emphasis on’made in India’ solutions.

Rathninde said, “The expansion of our Pune facility marks an important step in Johnson Controls’ unwavering commitment to sustainability, which is also focused on supporting local growth. By powering the facility with the latest sustainability-oriented advancements, we are not just expanding our facility but also cultivating a cornerstone for eco-conscious manufacturing, thereby solidifying our dedication to environmental stewardship and being a sustainability transformation partner for India.”