Tata Autocomp collaborates with Katcon Global

Tata AutoComp Systems Limited today announced a 50:50 partnership with KATCON Global to manufacture exhaust systems and emission after-treatment systems for the Indian automotive industry.

Speaking about the JV, Mr. Ajay Tandon, MD & CEO of Tata AutoComp Systems Limited said, “Tata AutoComp has always been the front runner in offering cutting edge technologies to its customers through its partners. This partnership with KATCON will expand our portfolio to now bring the latest in exhaust and emission after treatment solutions to the Indian automotive Industry.”

Their product offering will include solutions for both the hot end as-well-as cold end of the exhaust system namely, Catalytic Converters, Diesel Particulate Filters, Selective Catalytic Reduction, Mufflers and Silencer modules.

Mr. Arvind Goel, President, COO & CTO, Tata AutoComp Systems Limited added: “As the Indian automotive market evolves, automotive manufacturers in all segments will have to upgrade their emission systems to meet the rising Indian and Global standards. Through this JV we will be offering our customers exhaust systems and emission after treatment solutions that are designed to meet Euro 5 and Euro 6 norms.”

The JV will be headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, and would be catering to entire range of automobiles including Passenger cars, Utility vehicles, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, busses, farm tractors and off-road vehicles.

Mr. Carlos Turner, CEO of KATCON GLOBAL said, “We are pleased to partner with Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, a leading player in the India auto-component industry. The combination of KATCON’s expertise in exhaust systems and emission after-treatment and Tata AutoComp’s knowledge of the Indian market provides both companies an opportunity for growth and serve the emerging needs of the Indian automotive industry.”