Isuzu Motors India (IMI) has completed 10 years of manufacturing operations at Sri City in Andhra Pradesh, with investments of about ₹1,500 crore, production exceeding one lakh vehicles and employment generation of around 1,600 people, strengthening the facility’s position as a manufacturing and export hub.
The milestone comes as the Japanese automaker expands its presence in domestic and international markets. The facility serves Indian customers and export markets across Asia and the Middle East.
Exports strengthen manufacturing footprint
The company emerged as India’s leading exporter of commercial vehicles in FY2024-25, shipping more than 20,000 vehicles during the year, according to the company.
The Sri City plant has become an important part of Isuzu’s global manufacturing network, contributing to India’s automotive exports and the region’s industrial development.
The anniversary celebration was attended by Isuzu Group President and CEO Naohiro Yamaguchi, Mitsubishi Corporation Mobility Group CEO Shigeru Wakabayashi, Andhra Pradesh Industries and Commerce Secretary Dr Yuvaraj, and Sri City Managing Director Dr Ravindra Sannareddy, among other senior officials and company executives.
Andhra Pradesh backs industrial expansion
Sri City Managing Director Dr Ravindra Sannareddy said the facility’s growth reflected Isuzu’s commitment to manufacturing excellence and the industrial ecosystem developed at Sri City.
He recalled the early discussions and the signing of the memorandum of understanding in 2013, describing the company’s evolution into a manufacturing and export hub as a significant achievement.
Andhra Pradesh Industries and Commerce Secretary Dr Yuvaraj congratulated Isuzu on completing a decade of operations, highlighting its contributions to manufacturing, exports and employment. He reiterated the state government’s commitment to supporting the company’s future growth.
Sri City also reaffirmed its commitment to providing infrastructure and investor support to global manufacturers operating in the industrial hub.
Focus on the next phase of growth
Isuzu Group President and CEO Naohiro Yamaguchi credited employees, dealer partners, suppliers and other stakeholders for the company’s progress in India. He thanked the Andhra Pradesh government and Sri City for their support and expressed confidence in the company’s growth prospects in India and overseas markets.
Mitsubishi Corporation Mobility Group CEO Shigeru Wakabayashi said the facility had developed into a globally competitive manufacturing and export base, underlining Isuzu’s focus on quality, innovation and customer-centric mobility solutions.
During the event, Isuzu Motors India Chairman Kenjiro Hommasan reviewed the plant’s development and achievements and outlined its future goals.
With more than one lakh vehicles produced and exports crossing 20,000 units in FY2024-25, the Sri City facility has established a substantial manufacturing footprint in India. Its next phase of growth will depend on sustaining export competitiveness and strengthening its position in domestic and international markets.