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2023
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Bridgestone India Celebrates Remarkable Milestone: Indore Plant rolls out 100 millionth tyre

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Bridgestone India, part of Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, today announced a remarkable milestone as their Indore plant reaches the historic production of its 100 millionth tyre. This momentous achievement coincides with Bridgestone India's silver jubilee, marking twenty-five years of successful operations in the country.

Bridgestone India commenced operation in 1998 with the Indore plant going on stream. The production of 100 millionth tyre at Indore underscores Bridgestone's dedication towards serving the Indian market with cutting-edge Japanese tyre technology and reflects the enduring trust that customers place in the Bridgestone brand.

Stefano Sanchini, Managing Director, Bridgestone India, said, "Completing 100 million tyres from our Indore plant is a major milestone for Bridgestone India, and it comes at a perfect time, coinciding with our silver jubilee. This accomplishment is a testament to the unwavering confidence our customers have placed in the Bridgestone brand and is dedicated to the people who have brought us this far. It is heartening to see the pride amongst some of our people who brought out our first tyre manufactured in India 25 years ago, also bring forth the 100 millionth today. We take immense pride in our commitment to delivering superior quality and will continue to contribute to the growth of the mobility sector in India, as in the last 25 years."

Bridgestone India currently operates two state-of-the-art plants in India one at Indore and the other at Pune. Currently the company is investing Rs 600 crore on capacity and technology upgradation.

This momentous occasion represents a testament to Bridgestone India's dedication to sustainable growth, technological advancement, and delivering superior products that meet the needs and expectations of its valued customers. It also reaffirms Bridgestone's commitment to fostering excellence and innovation within the tyre manufacturing industry.

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Media information: Monika Jain | 9136677356 | monika@integral-india.in 

About Bridgestone in Europe, Middle East, India and Africa

Bridgestone in Europe, Middle East, India, and Africa (Bridgestone EMIA) is the regional Strategic Business Unit of Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions.

Headquartered in Zaventem (Belgium), Bridgestone EMIA employs more than 20,000 people and conducts business in 40 countries across the region.

Bridgestone offers a diverse portfolio of premium tyres, tyre technologies and advanced mobility solutions. The company’s vision is to provide social and customer value as a sustainable solutions company. The Bridgestone E8 Commitment is a broad, global corporate commitment that clearly defines the value the company is promising to deliver to society, our customers and future generations in eight focus areas; Energy, Ecology, Efficiency, Extension, Economy, Emotion, Ease and Empowerment. These provide a compass to guide strategic priorities, decision making and actions throughout every area of the business.

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About Bridgestone India:

Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd started its operations in 1996. In March 1998 with the setup of its manufacturing facility in Kheda, Madhya Pradesh, Bridgestone achieved its objective of running Indian manufactured Bridgestone tyres on Indian Roads. It expanded its facilities by setting up one more facility in Chakan, Pune in 2013. In a short stint of more than 20 years, Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd has become one of the leading tyre companies in both the OEM & Replacement market.