• Inaugurated dedicated
Eicher Pro X manufacturing facility at VECV’s state-of-the art Bhopal factory
in the presence of customers and senior leadership from Volvo Group, Eicher
Motors and VECV
• Delivered first batch of
Eicher Pro X small trucks to leading Indian logistics providers
• Launched at the recently
concluded Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, the Eicher Pro X is designed to
redefine last-mile logistics
• The Eicher Pro X offers
best-in-class energy efficiency, largest loading space in segment, advanced
driver- centric features
VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV), a joint venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, inaugurated a dedicated manufacturing facility and delivered the first batch of Eicher Pro X trucks to leading Indian logistics providers at Bhopal. This follows the successful launch of the Eicher Pro X small truck at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.
The all-new facility,
located within VECV’s Industry 4.0 complaint Bhopal factory, was inaugurated by
Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO, Volvo Group and Siddhartha Lal, Chairman,
Eicher Motors Ltd and Board Member, VECV.
Vehicles rolling off the
all-women final assembly line at this brand-new facility were delivered to
leading players in the rapidly transforming Indian logistics industry.
Commenting on the occasion,
Martin Lundstedt, President & CEO, Volvo Group, said, "Each time I
visit India, I am truly amazed by the rapid pace of development, including the
transformation towards sustainable and modern logistics and public transport.
It an honour to inaugurate this state-of-the-art facility and deliver the first
batch of Eicher Pro X trucks to customers who are redefining logistics in
India."
Joining him, Siddhartha Lal, Chairman, Eicher Motors Ltd
and Board Member VECV, emphasized Eicher’s legacy of leadership, and added,
"The electric first launch of the Eicher Pro X is testament to Eicher
Trucks and Buses legacy of consistently delivering relevant modernization to
the Indian CV industry. I am very proud of Team VECV for executing a truly
customer centred approach while developing the Eicher Pro X product and
services ecosystem. With our steady progress in Heavy Duty trucks and market
leadership in Light and Medium Duty Trucks, VECV is well positioned to
contribute to India’s rapidly modernizing logistics sector.”
Sofia
Frändberg, Chairperson VECV and Senior Leader, Volvo Group,
emphasised the internationally benchmarked capabilities at VECV, "The
Eicher Pro X, developed and commercialized in record time, is a testament to
the industry- leading capabilities at VECV. Innovation in the Eicher Pro X does
not stop at the product. I am proud to note that it is also built on an
all-women assembly line, showcasing innovative approaches that enhance
inclusiveness on the manufacturing shopfloor."
Echoing the sentiment of
all VECV employees, Vinod Aggarwal, MD
& CEO VECV, said, "The inauguration of Eicher’s small commercial
vehicle line and deliveries to our first customers is the fulfilment of our
long-standing vision. We are grateful to customers taking delivery today, who
were also our partners in the journey to develop this all-new Eicher Pro X. We
are confident that the combined expertise built into the Eicher Pro X will
cater to the stringent requirements of modern last-mile logistics operations in
a sustainable and driver-friendly manner."
Eicher Trucks and Buses remains committed to empowering businesses across India with innovative mobility solutions, and the Eicher Pro X is yet another step toward fulfilling that promise. This first batch of Eicher Pro X vehicles delivered today will join operations across India.
