JML expands Chennai plant with focus on sustainability and increased production
JCBL Marrel Tippers Limited (JML), a leader in the manufacturing of specialized trailers, POL tankers and bowsers, special application export-oriented containers, and components for the US & European market, announced the expansion of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Oragadam, Chennai. This strategic move by JML, a JCBL Group company, underscores its commitment to meeting the growing demand for its diversified, technically complex, high-quality, and value-added products while reinforcing its dedication to sustainable manufacturing practices.
The facility expansion will boost JML’s production capacity by 25%, enabling the company to better serve its growing customer base. Additionally, this expansion marks a significant diversification in JML’s portfolio, with a focus on delivering products across sectors including Defense, Automotive, Navy, Railways, Construction Equipment, Petroleum Transportation, Mining, Power Transmission, and Earth Moving Heavy Fabrication Components. Since expansion, JML has been able to increase its customer base significantly. In addition to scaling production, the move will generate 200 new local jobs and opportunities for around 40 new suppliers in the south zone, especially Tamil Nadu, further strengthening JML’s contribution to the local economy.
More than 60,000 square feet of facility space has been built and made operational in the first phase in addition to its existing one lakh square feet facility. Further another 50,000 square feet facility has been planned for its second phase expansion. Beyond this, JML’s strategic vision includes an open land reserved approximately 6 acres for its upcoming projects scheduled in FY 2025-26.
“At JML, innovation and responsibility go hand in hand,” said Rishi Aggarwal, Managing Director of JCBL Group. “This expansion is about more than scaling up production; it is about creating a greener, more sustainable future for the automotive industry. By integrating green technologies and adopting the Lean manufacturing principle, we ensure that we can meet growing customer demand while minimizing our environmental footprint.”
