Nissan Motor has significantly increased its workforce in India, even as it undergoes global restructuring to reduce costs. The Japanese automaker has added around 600 workers to its production facility in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The plant, which Nissan shares with its French partner, Renault, has also started operating a third production shift to meet growing demands.
This expansion comes just weeks after Nissan announced global job cuts of 9,000 employees and a 20 per cent reduction in production. Despite these measures, Nissan’s India plans remain unaffected, signalling the importance of the market in its global strategy.
The Chennai facility is being prepared for increased activity as Nissan aims to triple its domestic and export volumes to 1,00,000 units per year by 2026. This growth will push plant utilisation to over 80 per cent, requiring a larger workforce than currently employed.
While Nissan grapples with financial challenges globally, including cost-cutting and restructuring, its operations in India remain on a growth trajectory. The company’s plans in India are unaffected by the global turbulence.
In addition to boosting headcount, Nissan is upgrading its Chennai facility to support the production of electric vehicles. The company plans to launch its first EV in India soon as part of its five new model introductions by 2027.
With these moves, Nissan aims to strengthen its position in the Indian market while creating more job opportunities, ensuring its workforce is ready for the future of mobility.
