China’s SDLG invests ₹300 crore in Gujarat plant

Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery (SDLG) has invested ₹300 crore to set up a manufacturing plant in Gandhidham, Gujarat, as it looks to expand local production, increase sourcing from Indian suppliers and strengthen its presence in India.

The new facility, inaugurated on Monday by the Chinese construction equipment maker’s India arm, will manufacture wheel loaders, excavators and motor graders, with the company targeting an annual production capacity of up to 3,000 units in a phased manner. The Gujarat facility will also support SLDG’s efforts to deepen localisation and build a larger network of Indian suppliers.

SDLG India has simultaneously launched 10 new construction equipment products across diesel and electric excavators, wheel loaders and motor graders, targeting India’s infrastructure, construction and mining sectors. The new portfolio includes diesel excavators with upgraded hydraulics, operator controls and safety features, as well as electric equipment aimed at applications requiring lower-emission solutions.

“India is entering a significant phase of growth in the construction equipment industry, with the market on track to become the world’s second-largest by 2030, according to the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (ICEMA). This presents a significant opportunity for SDLG to deepen its presence in the country,” said Yang Xiaozhou, Head of Overseas Factory Projects at SDLG, in an official release.

The Gujarat plant will be developed in phases, allowing SDLG India to scale production in line with the market demand. SDLG India currently offers wheel loaders, hydraulic excavators and motor graders for applications including quarrying, mining, road construction, railways and port infrastructure. In 2026, the company established full-fledged operations in India as part of its strategy to cater to growing domestic demand.

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