Nidec Corp. (Nidec), a manufacturer of electric motors, generators, renewable energy solutions, and industrial machinery, has inaugurated its new manufacturing campus, Orchard Hub, located in the Kotur-Belur Industrial Area of Hubli-Dharwad, Karnataka, India. The inauguration marks the launch of plant machinery and equipment installation across the six campus plants, paving the way for production to commence later this year.
Nidec’s eighth and largest manufacturing facility in the country, the 50-acre Orchard Hub campus is a major achievement in Nidec’s commitment to strengthening its presence in India.
The Orchard Hub campus will serve multiple high-growth markets as the key manufacturing hub for generators for data centers; wind turbine generators and battery energy storage systems (BESS) for renewable energy; electric vehicle motors, controllers, and EV chargers for clean mobility; and high-efficiency motors, drives, system solutions across various business verticals.
In line with its sustainability goals, Nidec plans to make the Orchard Hub campus carbon-neutral by 2028 through the adoption of solar power, in-house microgrid systems, and BESS technologies.
The facility is expected to create over 1000 direct and 1000 indirect employment opportunities in the region. Recruitment drives are already underway to hire diploma and ITI students from institutions in and around Hubli-Dharwad, as the company prepares to launch production.
“India’s robust economic growth presents exceptional opportunities for forward-thinking companies, and Nidec is proud to be an integral part of this momentum,” said Nidec Motion & Energy President Michael Briggs. “With an investment of US$55 million, the Orchard Hub project serves as a cornerstone of our ‘India for India’ and ‘India for Exports’ strategy. The inauguration of the Orchard Hub Campus marks not only a significant milestone in this endeavor but also a defining chapter in Nidec’s journey in India. This facility represents more than an investment in infrastructure; it reflects our commitment to people, innovation, and enduring partnerships. The Orchard Hub stands as a testament to our vision of fostering local innovation, generating employment, and delivering sustainable, zero-emission solutions tailored to India’s unique needs.”
