HFL Signs Major Forging Deal, Expands Production

HFL signed an MoU for heavy forged components in February 2025, paving the way for a binding supply contract in 2028.

Punjab - Happy Forgings Limited (HFL)., an automotive components manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a leading global manufacturer of industrial and construction equipment for the long-term supply of heavy forged and precision-machined components. Announced in Ludhiana in February 2025, the agreement sets the stage for a binding supply contract slated to begin in 2028.

The customer has pledged an initial investment of $22,88,604 (INR 20 crore) for tooling and development, with component testing set for 2027. Once production begins, the supply contract is expected to generate annual revenues of $1,08,70,869 (INR 95 crore) based on minimum committed volumes, with the potential to reach $1,83,07,584 (INR 160 crore) depending on equipment sales.

HFL will manufacture the components, each weighing up to 1,000 kilograms, at its upcoming heavy forging facility, developed under a recently approved $7,43,77,095.00 (INR 650 crore) capital expenditure plan. This facility will enhance HFL's capacity to produce forged components over 250 kilograms, strengthening its manufacturing capabilities.

Mr. Ashish Garg, Managing Director at HFL, said “This move aligns with our strategy to capitalise on untapped opportunities in a market characterised by limited suppliers and capturing demand for precision-engineered, large-sized components. We believe that this investment will accelerate our growth in the industrials segment, enhance profitability, and strengthen our export footprint while delivering value to all our stakeholders.”

HFL's new heavy forging facility will fulfill this order as part of a broader $78 million (₹650 crore) capital expenditure plan. This investment will position HFL among an elite group of manufacturers capable of producing heavy forged and precision-machined components over 250 kilograms.