Hero MotoCorp Produces 25 Million Motorcycles In Its Haridwar Factory

This milestone was achieved in 11 years 7 months of the manufacturing facility going operational in April 2008

• Hero MotoCorp’s Haridwar facility manufacturers it's 100 and 110cc commuter motorcycles. 
• It has an installed production capacity of 9,500 vehicles per day. 
• Hero currently has five manufacturing facilities in India and two abroad. 
• It is in the process of setting up its eighth facility in  Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh.

Hero MotoCorp has produced more than 25 million (2.5 crore) motorcycles at its Haridwar facility. It is an industry record of sorts as this feat was achieved in 11 years 7 months since the factory became operational in April 2008. 

Set in Uttarakhand, the manufacturing facility focuses on producing Hero’s 100 and 110cc commuter motorcycles. The motorcycles coming out of its lineup are HF Deluxe, Splendor Plus, Splendor iSmart 110, Passion Pro and Passion 110. 75 percent of these motorcycle parts are sourced locally leading to a lot of employment in Uttarakhand. 

Besides Haridwar, Hero MotoCorp has four other manufacturing facilities in India at Gurugram and Dharuhera in Haryana, Neemrana in Rajasthan and Halol in Gujarat. It also has factories abroad in Bangladesh and Colombia. The total combined production capacity of these plants are nine million units per year. This is set to increase with Hero’s upcoming manufacturing facility in Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh. 

Hero MotoCorp’s commitment to preserving the environment can be seen in the eco measures taken at the plant. It reportedly has the world’s largest green roof spanning over 4500 square metres. Its solar installation is capable of producing upto 1.95 MW of electricity. The plant has a lake for rainwater harvesting and boasts zero liquid discharge from its manufacturing process.

Here is the press release from the company:

 Hero MotoCorp sets new benchmark in manufacturing excellence

Surpasses 25 million units landmark in cumulative production at Haridwar facility

Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has crossed yet another milestone in its illustrious journey, with its manufacturing facility at Haridwar, in the northern Indian hill state of Uttarakhand achieving the unique distinction of surpassing 25 million units in cumulative production.

The manufacturing facility, commissioned in April 2008, has achieved the milestone in just over 11 years of operation - an industry record. The Haridwar facility of Hero MotoCorp is also the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturing plant with an installed capacity to produce 9500 vehicles per day.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vikram Kasbekar, Executive Director (Operations) and Chief Technology Officer, Hero MotoCorp said, “This is a significant milestone for not just our Haridwar manufacturing plant, but also the entire organization. The manufacturing practices that we follow at Hero MotoCorp have always set new benchmarks in the industry. The production of 25 million two-wheelers at our Haridwar plant in such a short period of time since its commencement of operation bears testimony to the dedication and competency of the team. We are grateful to all our valued customers, partners, investors, the state government of Uttarakhand and all other stakeholders for their continued support and faith in us..”

Keeping Hero MotoCorp’s focus on sustainability, the Haridwar manufacturing facility has the world’s largest green-roof, spread over 4500 sq. mtr. The plant produces 1.95 MW of solar power, has zero liquid discharge and a lake for rain water harvesting.

The plant produces Hero MotoCorp’s popular motorcycles – HF Deluxe, Splendor+, Splendor iSmart 110, Passion Pro and Passion 110. With a robust supply chain, it sources 75% (in value) of the parts from industries within Uttarakhand.

Hero MotoCorp currently has seven globally benchmarked manufacturing facilities, including five in India and one each in Bangladesh and Colombia. The plants located in India are at Gurugram and Dharuhera in Haryana, Neemrana in Rajasthan, Halol in Gujarat and Haridwar.

The Company’s eighth manufacturing facility is coming up at Chittoor in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.

The combined installed annual production capacity of Hero MotoCorp is currently around nine million units.