Bridgestone India Resumes Operations

Ramp-up initiated in a phased manner across manufacturing plants, warehouse operations and is in line with the permit and directives issued by Government Bodies 

Mumbai 12^th May 2020: With the government announcing various relaxations and guidelines, Bridgestone India has resumed its operations across its manufacturing facilities in Indore and Pune. The company has also resumed operations across most of its warehouses. Bridgestone India’s ramp-up has been planned in a phased manner, keeping the primary focus on the safety of their employees and second, to ensure continuity of business operations.

The Indian subsidiary of the World’s No. 1 Tyre Maker, had shut down its operations in both plants, even before the nationwide lockdown, owing to the safety concerns of its employees, business partners and community. The Covid-19 situation continues to evolve, which is why the health and safety of Bridgestone employees and its partners at the reopened plants remain the key priority going forward. Bridgestone continues to strictly follow the guidance and recommendations from the World Health Organization (WHO), and government regulations. Also, Bridgestone has implemented thorough procedures and checklists, in accordance with the safety, and quality protocols for the prevention of occupational hazards ensuring social distancing and adequate protection of our employees and partners.

Bridgestone continues to very closely monitor both the ongoing health situation and the demand for its products. Talking about the phased ramp-up, Bridgestone India Managing Director, Parag Satpute said: “Safety is our core value and remains a top priority even in these uncertain times. The safety of our people and partners is of utmost importance, and we are following all necessary protocols to ensure they remain safe. Another major focus right now is for us to ensure business continuity, which is essential for the economy, as it tries to overcome the COVID-19 setback. We are being agile in our approach and continue to improvise as the situation evolves; however, what remains constant is our commitment to Safety and Quality. In this, we adhere to the global best practices from the Bridgestone Group.”

About Bridgestone in Europe, Russia, Middle East, India and Africa (EMIA): We’re Bridgestone Europe, Russia, Middle East, India and Africa, part of the world’s largest tyre and rubber company. For almost 90 years, we’ve been providing the confidence to get people and goods where they need to go as conveniently as possible, without interruption. Today, in a fast-changing world, we’re evolving to provide real solutions to the real problems our customers face. This is why Bridgestone EMIA is rapidly transforming from a premium tyre producer into a mobility solutions leader. We’re pioneering cutting-edge products and solutions with some of the industry’s most advanced factories, world-beating technologies and coveted partnerships. As our transformation journey continues, we’re working to shape the future of mobility. For more information about Bridgestone in EMIA, please visit www.bridgestone-emia.com and www.bridgestonenewsroom.eu. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. About Bridgestone India: Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd started its operations in 1996. In March 1998 with the setup of its manufacturing facility in Kheda, Madhya Pradesh, Bridgestone achieved its objective of running Indian manufactured Bridgestone tyres on Indian Roads. It expanded its facilities by setting up one more facility in Chakan, Pune in 2013. In a short stint of more than 20 years, Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd has become one of the leading tyre companies in both the OEM & Replacement market. About Our Way to Serve: In 2017, Bridgestone has redefined its global corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitment, “Our Way to Serve.” “Our Way to Serve” aims to inspire Bridgestone teammates to continue doing great work, by continuing to do good for the world. “Our Way to Serve” organizes Bridgestone’s CSR efforts under three Priority Areas: Mobility; People; and Environment. “Our Way to Serve” reflects the company’s longstanding philosophy of “Serving Society with Superior Quality” and a recognition that the best companies not only perform for their stakeholders, but also contribute to a better world. Through “Our Way to Serve,” we leverage our strengths and competencies—

BRIDGESTONE INAUGURATES MAJOR EXPANSION IN INDIA

A Rs. 350 crore expansion investment will boost Bridgestone India’s production to 20,000 tyres per day by 2020

Indore 9 July, 2019:  Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd (Bridgestone India), a group company of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s leading Tyre and Rubber Company, today inaugurated a major expansion in excess of Rs. 350 crore in its  Indore plant at Kheda, Madhya Pradesh. With this expansion, the capacity of the Indore plant will go up to over 20,000 tyres a day by 2020.This expansion will enable Bridgestone India to meet the increased demand for its products.

Spread over 76 acres, this plant will produce the entire Bridgestone India’s range of radial tyres serving passenger car segment. Strategically located close to the centre of India, this plant has the logistic advantage of serving some crucial OEMs and Aftermarket businesses for the passenger vehicle segment in the automotive sector. This state-of the-art facility is driven by advanced Japanese technology, ready to produce world class quality tyres for Indian roads.

Mr. Vivek Porwal, Managing Director, Madhya Pradesh, Industrial Development Corporation Ltd

inaugurated the plant, in the presence of Mr. Michio Harada, Consul General of Japan in Mumbai, and Mr. Akihiro Eto, COO, Bridgestone Corporation.

Commenting on the occasion Mr. Parag Satpute, Managing Director, Bridgestone India said, “This expansion is our response to the trust and confidence of our OEM partners in our product offerings. Through this expansion, we also demonstrate our commitment to create value for a larger base of Indian consumers with our world class quality. India’s growth prospects in the mid to long term future are positive. And, Bridgestone India is ready to take the lead in being a trusted partner to our customers, dealers, consumers, and all other stakeholders at large.”   

About Bridgestone India:

Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd started its operations in 1996. In March 1998 with the setup of its manufacturing facility in Kheda, Madhya Pradesh, Bridgestone achieved its objective of running Indian manufactured Bridgestone tyres on Indian Roads. It expanded its facilities by setting up one more facility in Chakan, Pune in 2013. In a short stint of more than 20 years, Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd has become one of the leading tyre companies in both the OEM & Replacement market.

About Bridgestone:                                           

Bridgestone Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, is the world’s largest tyre and rubber company. In addition to tyres for use in a wide variety of applications, it also manufactures a broad range of diversified products, which include industrial rubber and chemical products and sporting goods. Its products are sold in over 150 nations and territories around the world.

In the Asia Pacific region, Bridgestone locates its regional headquarters in Singapore, overseeing the operations of tyre production and sales facilities, as well as supplying its products across more than 25 over countries in the region. Bridgestone Asia Pacific plays a key role in facilitating this large and growing market as it contributes significantly to the entire Bridgestone Group.