TKIL Industries and HOPPECKE Forge Strategic Alliance to Power India’s Green Rail Revolution
A New Era in Rail Electrification: TKIL-HOPPECKE Strategic Partnership
In a landmark development for India’s transport and energy sectors, TKIL Industries (formerly thyssenkrupp Industries India) has signed an exclusive strategic partnership with HOPPECKE Batteries, Germany’s leading manufacturer of industrial battery systems. This alliance marks a major step in India’s journey towards sustainable mobility and clean energy solutions, especially in the context of its fast-evolving rail infrastructure.
Supporting India’s Rail and Metro Expansion
India is witnessing a massive expansion in its electric rail network, with plans to double the capacity of electric trains and build nearly 900 kilometers of metro rail across major cities. To support this growth sustainably, advanced and reliable battery technologies are critical.
The TKIL-HOPPECKE collaboration aims to address this very need by delivering cutting-edge rail battery systems that will power metro trains, electric trains, and other rolling stock, enabling energy-efficient and environment-friendly transport solutions.
Engineering Synergy for Green Energy
TKIL Industries brings to the table its robust capabilities in engineering, manufacturing, and project management — developed over decades as part of thyssenkrupp. By partnering with HOPPECKE, a global expert in industrial energy storage, TKIL is poised to integrate German precision technology with Indian industrial might.
The partnership will not only introduce next-generation battery solutions tailored for Indian conditions but also build a localized supply chain, manufacturing, and servicing ecosystem in India, aligned with the #MakeInIndia initiative.
First Project Set for 2025 Launch
According to both companies, the first joint project is scheduled for launch in 2025, indicating swift progress and readiness to contribute to India’s ambitious rail electrification and urban mobility goals. This timeline reflects the urgency and commitment to meet the needs of a transforming public transportation landscape.
Boost to Net-Zero Ambitions
As India pursues its net-zero emissions goals, particularly in transportation — one of the largest contributors to carbon output — this partnership is timely and strategic. Battery-powered rail systems can significantly reduce dependence on fossil fuels and enable uninterrupted operations during grid outages or in remote areas.
Make in India, Make it Green
This initiative strongly aligns with the #MakeInIndia and #AtmanirbharBharat missions by promoting local manufacturing of advanced technologies, reducing import dependence, and fostering technology transfer from Germany to India.
The TKIL-HOPPECKE partnership is not just a business collaboration — it’s a strategic lever for green industrial transformation, one that integrates sustainability, innovation, and infrastructure development.