Atlas Copco India plans big supplier network expansion

Atlas Copco India recently organised a supplier meet at Pune for its suppliers for the Dapodi and Chakan plants. Its main objective was to share the vision for the future on a common strategic platform, with suppliers as key business partners.

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Mr. Giovanni Valent, Managing Director, Atlas Copco India, and Mr. Claude Servant, General Manager,Product Company Pune – Dapodi plant

Over 250 business partners were present at the event that saw animated discussions on subjects as wide-ranging as opportunities for growth, new avenues vis-à-vis the ‘Make in India’ initiative, and the challenges to overcome in the coming days. Atlas Copco acknowledged the contribution of suppliers to the event success, and also awarded the best performers from among the invitees.

“It makes me very proud to be here today and see the energy and commitment to Atlas Copco quality standards,” said Giovanni Valent, Managing Director. “As we continue to be committed to sustainable productivity, we are sure that our supplier base will support us in better serving our customers in India and abroad.”

“Constantly raising the bar when it comes to quality and delivery reliability are the key expectations that Atlas Copco has from its suppliers,” said Claude Servant, General Manager, Product Company Pune – Dapodi plant.

Atlas Copco has several hundred suppliers in India, ensuring a steady flow of high-quality parts for its compressors and construction equipment. The company aims to continue to manufacture world-class products at its Dapodi and Chakan plants and is preparing to even further expand its reach to customers in the coming months. To meet future demand, it foresees an expansion in supplier base, especially in canopies, fabrication, pressure vessels, casting and machining.

Atlas Copco is a world-leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions. The group serves customers with innovative compressors, vacuum solutions and air treatment systems, construction and mining equipment, power tools and assembly systems. Atlas Copco develops products and services focused on productivity, energy efficiency, safety and ergonomics. The company, founded in 1873 in Stockholm, Sweden, has now a global reach spanning more than 180 countries.

Atlas Copco (India) Ltd. started operations in 1960. With 22 offices across India, its registered office is at Pune. With about 2,500 employees, its revenues amounted to Rs. 2,700 crores as on March 31, 2015.