Tata Group Intends to Build a New iPhone Assembly Factory in Hosur, Which Would Increase Apple’s India Manufacturing

According to Bloomberg, Tata Group plans to build one of India’s biggest iPhone assembly factories, aligning with Apple Inc.’s ambition to increase its manufacturing presence nationwide.

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According to insiders, the company intends to develop the facility in Hosur, in the southern state of Tamil Nadu.

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The complex is expected to house approximately 20 assembly lines and will employ roughly 50,000 people over the next two years.

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They further said that the location is expected to be operational in 12-18 months.

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The proposed factory will likely support Apple’s efforts to localize its supply chain and strengthen its partnership with Tata.

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The Indian group is now in charge of an iPhone manufacturing operation acquired from Wistron Corp.

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