[SMM PV News] 'Agratas' Completes Steel Frame for 20 GWh Sanand Battery Plant

Published: Apr 6, 2026 09:42

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'Agratas', the global battery business of the Tata Group, has completed the steel frame for its battery manufacturing facility in Sanand, India, marking a major milestone toward its 2027 production target. The first phase of the project features an annual production capacity of 20 GWh, focusing on advanced battery cells for electric vehicles and energy storage applications. Executed by Tata Projects Ltd., the massive structure spans 105,000 square meters and utilized over 24,000 tonnes of steel. The company is now pivoting towards developing the necessary systems, processes, and a skilled workforce to deliver world-class batteries to the global market.

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