We are delivering concrete solutions that offer both fuel efficiency and high output.

VG Sakthikumar
Chairman & MD, Schwing Stetter India

How do you view the current market scenario in the Indian construction industry?

The Indian construction industry is undergoing a massive transformation, driven by government-led infrastructure projects such as highways, smart cities, and the development of urban transit systems. The construction sector has shown remarkable resilience, even during global disruptions. With the government’s focus on increasing infrastructure spending and the rise of public-private partnerships, the industry is on a strong upward trajectory. For Schwing Stetter India, this presents an exciting opportunity to contribute with our cutting-edge technologies and solutions, especially in high-growth areas like metro projects, renewable energy, and rural development infrastructure.

How is the Indian construction equipment industry transforming in the growing construction market?

The Indian construction equipment industry is rapidly modernizing to keep up with the increasing scale and complexity of projects. There’s a notable shift towards more mechanized, automated, and technology-driven equipment to enhance efficiency and reduce manual labour. Schwing Stetter India has embraced these changes by integrating IoT, AI, and automation into our product lines, ensuring our machines provide real-time performance data for better project management. The growing demand for fuel-efficient, low-maintenance, and high-output machines is also reshaping the industry, pushing manufacturers to offer more sustainable and versatile solutions.

How are your latest products and solutions making an impact in the Indian construction industry?

Our latest products are engineered to meet the evolving demands of the Indian construction landscape. With innovations like our SH-Separate engine drive truck mixers and state-of-the-art batching plants, we are delivering concrete solutions that offer both fuel efficiency and high output. These products are actively contributing to projects of national importance, including metro rail systems and major bridge constructions, like the Dhubri Phulbari bridge, which will soon be the longest in India. Our machines are not only supporting faster and more efficient construction but are also helping reduce costs for project developers by minimizing fuel consumption and lowering maintenance needs.

How are you innovating your product lines to meet the emerging needs of efficiency and sustainability?

Efficiency and sustainability are at the core of Schwing Stetter India’s innovation strategy. We’ve taken significant strides towards incorporating Industry 4.0 technologies, such as IoT and AI, into our product lines. Our global manufacturing hub in Cheyyar is a testament to this vision, equipped with advanced automation systems that increase production capacity while reducing energy consumption. We are also prioritizing the development of fuel-efficient machines and equipment that can be reconditioned and reused, aligning with the circular economy model. Additionally, we’re actively working on sustainability initiatives, like our #GoGreenWithSCHWING campaign, under which we planted 2.5 lakh sapling across the country bolstering our commitment towards a sustainable future.

What is your vision on India as the third-largest construction market globally?

India is on the path to becoming the world’s third-largest construction market, and we at Schwing Stetter India are fully committed to supporting this vision. The growth potential is immense, with urbanization, industrialization, and the push for infrastructure development driving demand. Our role in this journey is to ensure that the construction industry has access to the best-in-class, high-performance machinery to build faster, safer, and more sustainably. Our goal is to support India’s ambition to not only meet its infrastructure goals but to set global benchmarks in quality and efficiency.

What is your Mission 2025 for the company?

Mission 2025 for Schwing Stetter India is centered around three key pillars: innovation, sustainability, and leadership. We aim to solidify our position as the market leader in the concrete equipment industry by continuously innovating our products and services. By 2025, we are committed to achieving significant milestones, including expanding our production capabilities, promoting sustainability through energy-efficient machines, and further digitizing our operations to enhance customer experience. We also aim to foster strong partnerships with educational institutions and industry bodies to cultivate the next generation of engineers and operators, ensuring a future-ready workforce that aligns with India’s growth goals.