LMT Tools India, a subsidiary of the Germany-based LMT Group and a global leader in precision tool manufacturing, has officially inaugurated the expansion of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune, on February 2, 2026. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the organization, establishing is as India’s largest gear cutting tool manufacturing plant. The move represents a major leap forward in the company’s regional footprint.
The newly expanded facility increases LMT Tools India’s production capacity by 60%, reflecting a strong commitment to high-precision engineering. By integrating advanced manufacturing technologies and future-ready infrastructure, the plant is poised to meet the growing demand for high-performance cutting tools. This expansion strengthens the Chakan facility into a strategic global manufacturing hub; LMT Tools India is catering to Indian domestic market needs also exporting to international markets, supporting global supply chains. The facility will serve automotive, aerospace, railways, wind energy, die & mould as well as general machining sectors.
The inauguration was attended by the senior global and regional leadership of the LMT Group. Key dignitaries present at the event included Oliver Thomas, Managing Director of LMT Group and CEO of LMT Tools, along with Ramakant Reddy, Managing Director of LMT Tools India. They were joined by Carsten Storm, CFO of LMT Tools, and Raphael Lienau, Managing Director of LMT Fette. The ceremony also saw a significant gathering of customers, industry associates, vendors, and service partners, reflecting the company’s deep-rooted collaborative ecosystem in India.
LMT Tools remains one of the global leaders of cutting tool industry, known for its expertise in precision solutions for complex machining tasks. Through this expansion in Chakan, the company further solidifies its position as a global technology leader, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of providing high-performance cutting tools and engineering excellence for the most demanding industrial applications across the globe.
