Tenneco Clean Air to invest INR 690 million for capacity expansion
Tenneco Clean Air India Limited announced a capacity expansion plan involving an investment of INR 690 million to meet growing demand. The company’s material subsidiary, Tenneco Automotive India Private Limited, approved the proposal to set up a new factory in Western India.

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Tenneco Clean Air India Limited announced a capacity expansion plan involving an investment of INR 690 million to meet growing demand. The company’s material subsidiary, Tenneco Automotive India Private Limited, approved the proposal to set up a new factory in Western India. This strategic move aims to improve the manufacturing footprint and increase production capabilities.
The expansion will add approximately 2.1 million units per annum of both Front Strut and Rear Shock Absorbers to the existing capacity. Currently, the company operates at an optimum capacity utilization level across its plants, producing about 19.69 million units annually. The new capacity will be added in a phased manner during FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28.
The project will be financed entirely through internal accruals. The decision was taken by the board of directors of the material subsidiary at a meeting held on May 28, 2026. The expansion aligns with the company's strategy to capitalize on growth in demand for its products.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Existing Capacity | ~19.69 million /annum units of Front Strut & Rear Shock Absorbers across all plants |
| Existing Capacity Utilization | Optimum level |
| Proposed Capacity Addition | ~2.1 million /annum units of both Front Strut & Rear Shock Absorber |
| Period of Addition | During the next two financial years in a phased manner i.e. FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28 |
| Investment Required | ~INR 690 million |
| Mode of Financing | Internal Accruals |
| Rationale | Growth in demand and improving manufacturing footprint in Western India |
The disclosure was made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company stated that the new facility will strengthen its presence in the western region of India.
Historical Stock Returns for Tenneco Clean Air
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -4.38% | -1.57% | +4.06% | +19.96% | +19.87% | +19.87% |
How will this expansion impact Tenneco Clean Air India's market share relative to competitors in the western region?
What specific customer demand trends are driving the need for the additional 2.1 million units of capacity?
Will the phased addition of capacity in FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28 be sufficient to meet projected demand growth beyond that period?


































