Belden Expands Operations in India with Phase 2 of Pune Plant

Source: Belden

“In India, where industrial, broadcast and enterprise markets are experiencing remarkable growth, our expansion is strategically positioned to cater to this unique opportunity. With the expansion of our facility, we are emphasizing our dedication to sourcing raw materials locally. This underscores our unwavering commitment to 'Made in India for the World.’ With the strategic establishment of this facility, we not only strengthen our domestic roots but also envision it as a pivotal export hub.” -Dr. Ashish Chand, President and CEO, Belden Inc.

Jan 2024 : Belden, a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, has marked a significant milestone in its operations in India with the groundbreaking ceremony of expansion of their manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune. This expansion adds to the existing footprint by 19,000 square meters and represents a substantial investment of approximately US$40M, reaffirming Belden's commitment to meeting the region's burgeoning demand while adapting to changing customer requirements.

The expansion will result in a substantial increase in Belden's production capabilities, allowing the company to meet the rising demands for network and data solutions. With this investment, Belden aims to strengthen its foothold in both domestic and foreign markets. The phase II of Chakan plant will serve as a hub for delivering high-quality products for network infrastructure solutions worldwide.

Belden's expanded facility will be equipped to manufacture state-of-the-art specialized Ethernet switches and firewalls designed for industrial and building automation, connectivity solutions and assemblies of patch cords and connectors tailored for diverse industrial applications, reinforcing Belden's global impact.

The expansion of the current manufacturing plant aligns seamlessly with Belden's substantial investments and capabilities showcased at their Customer Innovation Center (CIC) and R&D facilities in India.