Korea’s Samhyun to Set Up EV Component Plant in Sriperumbudur

In a major development for India’s electric mobility landscape, Korean tech company Samhyun has announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art electric vehicle (EV) motor component plant in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu. This marks a significant boost to the region’s fast-emerging status as a leading EV and automotive manufacturing hub. With strong government support, skilled workforce availability, and robust infrastructure, Tamil Nadu continues to attract global players in the e-mobility space, with Samhyun’s entry further validating its strategic appeal.

Samhyun’s New Facility in Sriperumbudur

Key Highlights

• Land Acquisition: 11 acres of industrial land purchased from Tata Chemicals
• Location: Sriperumbudur, near Chennai, known for its strong industrial and logistics connectivity
• Focus: Manufacture of EV motor components to supply India’s growing EV ecosystem and export markets
• Transaction Advisor: JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) facilitated the land transaction

This facility will be pivotal in supporting both domestic and global EV supply chains, driving value addition and localization.

About Samhyun and Its Technology

Founded in 1988, Samhyun is renowned for its engineering excellence in smart motion systems. Its technological specialties include,

• Smart Actuators
• Smart Power Units
• Modular integration of motors, controllers, reducers, and inverters

These components are critical for next-generation mobility solutions such as,

• Electric Vehicles (EVs)
• Autonomous Mobility Platforms
• Electric Ships
• Urban Air Mobility (UAM)

Samhyun’s expertise in compact, high-performance modules aligns with the demands of the modern electric mobility sector, where efficiency, integration, and modularity are key.

Strategic Significance for Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu has firmly positioned itself as a national leader in EV manufacturing through,

• Proactive EV policies and incentives
• World-class industrial infrastructure in hubs like Sriperumbudur and Oragadam
• Presence of leading OEMs and auto component manufacturers

Samhyun’s investment strengthens the state’s EV manufacturing corridor, drawing in global technologies, supply chain integration, and employment opportunities.

Sectoral Impact

• Promotes Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat goals in the auto sector
• Adds momentum to Tamil Nadu’s 2030 EV roadmap
• Enhances India’s potential as a global EV components export hub

Static Facts

• Company: Samhyun (South Korea)
• Facility Location: Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu
• Industry Focus: Electric vehicle motor components
• Land Purchased: 11 acres from Tata Chemicals
• Transaction Advisor: JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle)
• Year Founded: 1988