Mumbai, Sept. 23 -- SDLG India, a subsidiary of global construction equipment major Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery (SDLG), plans to invest about Rs.15 billion in India to expand capacity and accelerate localisation as part of its next growth phase.

As the first step, the company has invested Rs.3 billion in a new manufacturing plant in Gujarat for phased production of up to 3,000 units annually. The investment marks a major milestone in SDLG India's strategy to strengthen its manufacturing footprint and build a larger presence in the country.

Present in India for over 15 years, SDLG India recently unveiled ten new construction equipment models-across diesel and electric excavators, wheel loaders and motor graders-at Bauma Conexpo India 2026 construction equipment trade fair in Greater Noida. The new range includes advanced diesel excavators with improved hydraulics, operator control and safety features, alongside electric machines designed for sustainable applications in infrastructure, construction and mining.

Soumyaranjan Dash, Head of Dealer Development and Brand Marketing, SDLG India, said, "As India advances its vision of Viksit Bharat (Developed India), we are proud to align our growth with the spirit of Make in India. We are committed to developing a strong Indian supplier ecosystem, working closely with local vendor partners to support increasing levels of localisation and strengthen the supply chain."

Yang Xiaozhou, Head of Overseas Factory Project, SDLG, added, "India is entering a significant phase of growth in the construction equipment industry, with the market on track to become the world's second-largest by 2030, according to ICEMA. This presents a major opportunity for SDLG to deepen its presence and build on the strong potential we see across sectors."

The Gujarat plant will produce wheel loaders, excavators and electric vehicles (EVs) in phases, enabling SDLG India to scale output aligned with demand while serving customers from a local manufacturing base. The expansion of its dealer network and related activities is expected to support around 2,500 indirect jobs.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Infrastructure Today.