VinFast marks the launch of its initial electric vehicle manufacturing facility outside Vietnam, stationed in Tamil Nadu
VinFast Tamil Nadu: A New Chapter in the Electric Vehicle Revolution
VinFast, the Vietnamese automotive company, has set its sights on Tamil Nadu, India, with its latest venture. The focus of the VinFast Tamil Nadu plant is on assembling two premium electric SUV models: the VF 7 and VF 6 [1][2].
The plant, located on a 400-acre area, is a testament to VinFast's global vision and capacity to deliver large-scale projects. It houses multiple workshops, including Body Shop, Paint Shop, Assembly Shop, Quality Control Center, and a Logistics Hub, all equipped with state-of-the-art production lines that meet world-class standards [1].
The initial production capacity stands at 50,000 vehicles per year, scalable up to 150,000 units annually, making it a significant export hub for South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa [1][3]. The plant's operations are expected to support socio-economic development in Tamil Nadu.
VinFast Tamil Nadu will prioritize collaboration with domestic suppliers to promote supply chain localization. The auxiliary cluster for local contractors in the plant is expected to expand in the coming years, creating opportunities for local businesses [1].
The plant's operations will also generate thousands of direct jobs for local workers, with estimates suggesting 3,000-3,500 jobs [1]. Additionally, the plant is expected to generate thousands of indirect jobs in the supply chain ecosystem.
VinFast Tamil Nadu is the third operational plant of the VinFast company. Its inauguration marks a significant milestone, as it is the first VinFast facility outside Vietnam. The plant is designed to meet rising market demand for electric vehicles and is expected to help position Tamil Nadu as a manufacturing hub for India and a potential EV capital of South Asia [1].
Moreover, the plant will contribute significantly to India's green industrial development. It is part of VinFast's commitment to sustainable manufacturing and supports its mission to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles worldwide [1].
The plant will also prioritize technology transfer and workforce upskilling, ensuring that local workers have the necessary skills to operate and maintain the advanced automation and cutting-edge technologies used in the plant [1].
In summary, while the VinFast Tamil Nadu plant will initially focus on the production of the VF 7 and VF 6 electric SUV models, it represents a significant step forward in VinFast's global expansion and India's green industrial development.
[1] VinFast Tamil Nadu: A New Chapter in the Electric Vehicle Revolution. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.vinfastauto.com/global/en/news/2021/12/vinfast-tamil-nadu-a-new-chapter-in-the-electric-vehicle-revolution [2] VinFast Tamil Nadu Plant to Produce Two Premium Electric SUV Models. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.vinfastauto.com/global/en/news/2021/12/vinfast-tamil-nadu-plant-to-produce-two-premium-electric-suv-models [3] VinFast Tamil Nadu Plant to Serve as Significant Export Hub. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.vinfastauto.com/global/en/news/2021/12/vinfast-tamil-nadu-plant-to-serve-as-significant-export-hub
- The manufacturing industry in Tamil Nadu is set for a transformation with the entry of VinFast, a Vietnamese automotive company, investing in a new plant to produce electric vehicles.
- The automotive division of the finance sector stands to gain with VinFast's expansion, especially considering the growing global demand for electric vehicles.
- The transportation sector in Tamil Nadu, as well as South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, will experience a boost with VinFast's new plant capable of assembling up to 150,000 vehicles annually.
- As VinFast prioritizes collaboration with domestic suppliers, the lifestyle and business sectors in Tamil Nadu may see growth through increased local production and job opportunities.
- The success of the automotive and technology sectors intertwine in the VinFast Tamil Nadu plant, with the facility ensuring workforce upskilling and technology transfer, fostering a skilled workforce equipped to operate advanced automation technologies in the plant.
