Azad Engineering has inaugurated a new lean manufacturing facility at its Centre of Excellence & Innovation Centre in Tunikibollaram, Hyderabad. This facility is designed to meet the capacity commitments of GE Vernova's Steam Power Services business unit, marking a significant expansion of their strategic relationship. The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior leadership from GE Vernova's Steam Power Services, including Rodolfo Torres, Ankur Chandak, Martin Schaefer, Akhona Qabaka, Carly Lorence, and Rakesh Chopdar, Chairman and CEO of Azad Engineering.
The new 7,600 sq. m facility represents a major milestone for Azad Engineering, which has evolved from a small operation in 2013 into a world-class manufacturing centre. This transformation involved years of rigorous qualification processes, technological advancements, and a strong commitment to excellence. The company overcame numerous engineering challenges, invested in specialised equipment and skills development, and demonstrated exceptional perseverance through demanding qualification trials, consistently meeting stringent quality standards and complex manufacturing requirements.
This lean manufacturing facility is a strategic investment by Azad Engineering to expand its manufacturing capabilities and strengthen its partnerships with global OEMs across various sectors, including aerospace, defence, energy, and oil & gas. The facility currently employs over 180 skilled professionals and is expected to create several hundred more jobs in the future. It features cutting-edge technology for producing high-precision components and incorporates lean principles to enhance productivity, further solidifying India's position in global manufacturing.
