Godrej gears up for rising demand in largetonnage dies, cutting import reliance

How has the tooling business within Godrej Enterprises evolved in recent years, and what was the major force behind this growth?

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The tooling business of Godrej Enterprises Group has evolved into a technology-driven and customer-centric solutions provider, recording 40% growth last year. This progress has been largely fueled by the automotive sector's transition towards electric vehicles and the growing need for lightweight aluminium components, which require high precision, porosity control, and complex geometries.

To address these shifts, we invested in advanced technologies such as AI-enabled smart dies, IoT-based real-time monitoring, and Industry 4.0 practices. We have also collaborated with global leaders to strengthen our capabilities in giga-casting and structural parts. By positioning ourselves as a total solutions provider with end-to-end services, from early product design consultation to in-house prototyping and small-batch production, we have been able to deliver higher value to OEMs, particularly in the EV space.

What challenges do you see in the Indian tooling sector, and how can companies overcome them to remain competitive globally?