ABB India marks 75 years of operations, a journey underscored by technological innovation, sustainable solutions, and significant contributions to India’s industrial and social development. Since its inception in 1949, two years after Indian independence, ABB India has played a pivotal role in enabling electrification, automation, and digitalisation across utilities, industries, infrastructure and transportation, aligning closely with the nation’s growth priorities. ABB’s predecessor companies individually, ASEA of Sweden and Brown Boveri of Switzerland, had a presence in India for over a century. Starting with products and offerings catering to a few sectors, ABB now operates across 23 traditional and emerging sectors in India.

With a legacy beginning shortly after Indian independence, ABB’s Faridabad facility in Haryana has evolved into a manufacturing hub for energy-efficient motors. The Vadodara campus in Gujarat, a pioneer in electrical engineering, provides advanced technology solutions such as traction technology for railways, large motors for industries and irrigation, and protection equipment for electronics.

In Maharashtra, the Nashik facility specialises in medium voltage electrical distribution, manufacturing critical components for renewable energy projects, including vacuum circuit breakers and eco-efficient switchgear. ABB’s Nelamangala campus in Bengaluru features an Industry 5.0 shopfloor for low-voltage electrical products, robotics applications, and smart building solutions, supporting sustainable urban and industrial growth. The Peenya site contributes energy-efficient drives, motors, precision equipment, and India’s first smart instrumentation shopfloor. ABB emphasises local sourcing across its locations, fostering a robust ecosystem for medium enterprises. With innovative solutions for industries, cities, and transportation, ABB India is a pivotal player in advancing sustainable growth and energy efficiency.

Morten Wierod, CEO, ABB said, “Over the decades, India has evolved into one of ABB’s most dynamic and fastest-growing markets, playing a pivotal role in driving global innovation and technological excellence. We have been consistently investing in the country to build a deep and wide footprint. In the process, we have built our largest, single location R&D centre and a leading digital operation. Over the past four years, we have nearly doubled our workforce in India, harnessing the diverse talent and potential this nation has to offer. In its 75th year, ABB India is ever more relevant and critical to help industries run leaner and cleaner, partnering with India’s next level of growth.”

“As ABB celebrates 75 years in India, we take immense pride in our contribution to the country’s industrial journey and growth story. Our commitment to 'Make in India' is reflected in the advanced technologies and sustainable solutions we deliver across industries. From enabling advanced manufacturing and energy transition to supporting emerging sectors like green hydrogen, battery storage, and data centres, ABB is at the forefront of driving sustainable progress. Our innovations are aligned with India’s ambitious goals, and we look forward to continuing our journey as a trusted partner of choice in shaping a smarter, greener, and more resilient future for the country,” added Sanjeev Sharma, Managing Director, ABB India.

ABB India has been instrumental in introducing several global technologies with local engineering including the first internet of things in the energy sector, AI enabled gas distribution networks, digital mining solutions and eco-efficient switchgear. In line with ABB’s century-old electrification of transportation history, in India too, ABB has been a consistent partner of Indian Railways – from the days of introducing its first electric locomotive to now in the electrification of the entire system and high-speed rail technology. About 80% of Indian metro railway projects also deploy ABB technology.