Replus, a leading battery manufacturing company and a part of the LNJ Bhilwara Group, has announced plans to increase the capacity of its existing 1GWh production facility to 6GWh within the next year. This expansion aims to meet the rising demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) in India while integrating cutting-edge battery technologies to stay ahead in the industry.
The upgraded facility, set to become a 6GWh production hub, will feature state-of-the-art technologies designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability. A key feature of the plant is its high-speed automation, incorporating advanced automation systems, artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven processes. These technologies will allow for real-time monitoring, machine vision, robotics, automated material handling, and laser welding, all of which will streamline production while reducing the facility’s environmental impact.
The facility will also adopt a flexible, cell chemistry-agnostic approach. This means Replus will be able to produce a variety of battery types, including high-energy density cells, blade cells, and emerging technologies such as sodium-ion (Na-ion), lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP), and lithium titanate (LTO) batteries. This versatility will ensure the plant is well-equipped to meet both current and future battery demands.
The expanded facility will also focus on producing next-generation products for a wide range of applications. These include advanced battery packs and liquid-cooled Energy Storage Systems (BESS), which will be used in electric vehicles, buses, trucks, and large-scale renewable energy storage solutions. This diverse product range underscores the facility’s role in supporting the global shift toward clean energy and electric mobility.
With these upgrades, the expanded facility will not only increase Replus’ production capabilities but also contribute to the development of more efficient and sustainable energy storage solutions. Combining automation, innovative battery chemistry, and versatile products, the facility will play a crucial role in advancing energy storage and electric transportation technologies.
Riju Jhunjhunwala, Vice Chairman of LNJ Bhilwara Group, said, “At LNJ Bhilwara Group, we have always been pioneers in clean energy. Expanding Replus’ plant to 6GWh is a significant step in our commitment to India’s sustainable growth and energy transition.”
Hiren Pravin Shah, Managing Director and CEO of Replus, added, “This expansion positions Replus to play a central role in the global energy storage revolution. By integrating high-speed automation and cutting-edge battery technologies, we aim to deliver top-tier products for the EV and ESS markets.” This expansion further strengthens Replus’s support for the Indian government’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative, promoting self-reliance and boosting local manufacturing in India.
Founded in 1960 by L.N. Jhunjhunwala in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, the LNJ Bhilwara Group is one of India’s most respected business conglomerates. With a diverse portfolio spanning textiles, power, graphite electrodes, and IT, the Group operates across 17 companies, 21 manufacturing units, and 9 marketing offices. The Group’s annual turnover exceeds INR 10,104 Cr ($1.21 Billion), and several of its companies are listed on Indian stock exchanges.
Replus Engitech Pvt. Ltd., founded in 2019, is a technology-driven manufacturing startup approved by the Government of India’s DPIIT. Specializing in battery energy storage systems (BESS), Replus has completed 70MWh of BESS projects and has a confirmed order pipeline of 600MWh in BESS projects and 300MWh in EV battery packs. With its fully automated 1GWh cell-to-pack manufacturing facility in Pune, Replus is on track for rapid growth in both India and international markets, focusing on energy storage solutions for e-mobility and stationary storage sectors.
