TVS Group at its 100 years milestone - Successful and no serious labour strike

The TVS Group traces its origins to a rural transport service, founded
in 1911 in Tamil Nadu, India. Today, this renowned business conglomerate
remains faithful to its core ideals of trust, values, service and ethics.



It is a 100-year old group with a unique achievement - it has never faced a serious labour problem. The first company of the group, TVS & Sons, set up in 1911, has a strike-free record. So do most of the other 30-odd companies, including Sundaram Finance (started in 1954), Wheels India (1962), Sundram Fasteners (1966) and Sundaram Brake Linings (1975).



The TVS Group is India’s leading supplier of automotive components and
one of the country’s most respected business groups.

With a combined turnover of more than US$ 4 billion, the TVS Group
employs a total workforce of close to 25,000. Charting a steady growth path
of expansion and diversification, it currently comprises around 30 companies.
These operate in diverse fields that range from two-wheeler and automotive
component manufacturing to automotive dealerships, finance and electronics.
Uniting these multiple businesses is a common ethos of quality, customer
service and social responsibility.


TVS Group Portfolio

		Axles India Limited Axles India is promoted by Wheels India and Sundaram Finance, with technical support and equity participation from Dana Corporation, USA. Incorporated in 1982, the company provides axles for the entire range of medium and heavy commercial vehicles, including Pressed Axle Housings, Drive Axle Housings, Trailer Axle Beams, Hub Reduction Axle Housings and Drive Heads. The company has a manufacturing capacity of 180,000 Pressed Axle Housings annually. www.axlesindia.com
		Brakes India Limited Brakes India was founded in 1962 as a joint venture between TV Sundram Iyengar & Sons and Lucas Industries, UK. The company manufactures braking equipment for automotive and non-automotive applications. Besides exporting products to 35 countries worldwide, Brakes India caters to over 60% of the domestic OEM market. Some of its manufacturing sites have been assessed at ISO 14001, ISO 9002, TS 16949 and QS 9000. The foundry division has received the prestigious Deming prize and award for TPM excellence. Sales turnover for the year 2004-05 was Rs 9,720 million (US$ 221 million). www.brakesindia.com
		Delphi-TVS Diesel Systems Limited Delphi-TVS is a joint venture between Delphi Corporation, USA and T.V. Sundaram Iyengar & Sons, India. The company manufactures Diesel Fuel Injection Equipment for Cars, Sports Utility and Multi Utility Vehicles, Light Commercial Vehicles, Tractors, Single & Two Cylinder engines. Delphi-TVS believe that its success is based on the solid foundation of customer satisfaction, continuous innovation and total employee involvement. The company has a track record of sustained growth since it was set up. Delphi-TVS have obtained ISO/TS 16949 and ISO 14000 certifications. The company has now won the JIPM TPM Excellence Award (first category). To meet increasingly stringent emission norms, Delphi-TVS has upgraded its technology and introduced new products. Mechanical Rotary Technology has been upgraded to Electronic Rotary Technology and Delphi-TVS and has now introduced the state-of-the art-Common Rail Technology with full authority electronic controls. www.delphitvs.com
		Harita TVS Technologies Limited Formed in 2001, Harita TVS provides Engineering Design Services to customers across US, Europe and India. With core competencies in Automotive, Industrial Machinery and Energy & Networking, it has become a preferred partner to many OEM and Tier-1 customers. The company offers end-to-end solutions for next generation products with its Mechanical Design Services (MDS) & Electronic Design Services (EDS). With a service portfolio covering the entire spectrum of a typical NPI (New Product Development) process, backed by strong engineering background of the TVS Group, Harita TVS has helped its customers reach their strategic business goals by reducing time-to-market and cutting costs. It provides project based solutions or full-product solutions based on customer requirements. It has developed domain competency in Plastic, Sheet-metal and Casting technologies and has been able to apply its product design knowledge to provide value added services to customers across different verticals. Harita TVS is ISO 9001:2000 certified and has implemented ISO 27001. An excellent Customer Engagement Model & Delivery System driven by Six-Sigma processes has helped Harita TVS maintain an impeccable track record of excellent and on-time delivery. A highly competent & creative talent, managed by PCMM, helps keep pace with the growing needs of customers across different geographies in varied markets. Apart from the state-of-the-art Engineering Center at Bangalore (India), Harita TVS also has presence in Michigan (USA), Frankfurt (Germany), Chennai (India). www.haritatvs.com
		India Japan Lighting Private Limited India Japan Lighting Pvt. Ltd. was incorporated in December 1996. It is a 50:50 joint venture between Lucas-TVS Limited, Chennai, and Koito Manufacturing Company Limited, Japan. The company manufactures headlamps, rear combination lamps and various other signal lamps for automotive applications. The headlamps and rear combination lamps are aerodynamically styled and represent the state-of-the-art technology. The Company has introduced state-of-the-art clear plastic lens, multi-focal reflector headlamps with auto leveling mechanism and clear lens rear combination lamps. All products of IJL are designed to meet international levels of quality. IJL has all the infrastructure & facilities required for in-house lamp design & manufacturing. The company has a capacity of manufacturing over 2.0 million lamps per annum. IJL is a ISO/TS – 16949 & ISO - 14001 company. IJL sales turnover for the year 2005–06 was Rs. 1000 Million. (USD 23 Million).
		India Motor Parts and Accessories Limited India Motor Parts and Accessories Limited (IMPAL) was incorporated in 1954 to distribute automobile spare parts, accessories and garage equipment manufactured by General Motors, USA. Today, the company has a multi-business portfolio that includes the distribution of indigenously manufactured components. It markets automobile components manufactured by the TVS Group, as well as other leading automobile ancillary manufacturers. IMPAL’s turnover in 2004-05 was Rs 2,130 million (US$ 48 million).
		India Nippon Electricals Limited India Nippon Electricals limited was established in 1985 as a JV between Lucas Indian Service and Kokusan Denki Co. Limited, Japan. The company manufactures Electronic Ignition systems for two wheelers, three Wheelers and portable Gensets. Products for the future are designed and developed at its well equipped R&D Centre. The company has been accredited with ISO 14001 and is in the process of being assessed for TS16949 . Sales turnover for the year 2004-05 was Rs 1507 million. www.indianippon.com
		Irizar TVS Limited Irizar TVS Limited is a joint venture between three equal partners, T V Sundram Iyengar & Sons Limited, Ashok Leyland Limited and Irizar S.Coop. of Spain. Incorporated in 2001, this company builds bus bodies for domestic and overseas customers and fabricates bus body kits. With technology from Irizar S.Coop., Spain, Irizar TVS has launched the Intercentury bus in the super luxury segment. The body design, features and quality all meet exacting European standards. Sales turnover for 2004-05 was Rs.210 million (US$ 4.8 million).
		Lucas Indian Service Limited Lucas Indian Service Limited (LIS) was established in 1930 and is a sales and service company for auto electrical and fuel injection equipment. LIS is a fully owned subsidiary of Lucas-TVS Limited and markets auto components for the replacement market. Its preventive service product, “Lucas Care”, is designed to deliver a problem-free driving experience. LIS has a country-wide network of 2000 authorised sales and service dealers. Its manufacturing facility at Chennai makes ignition coils and switches. Turnover for 2004-05 was Rs 1,350 million (US$ 31 million).
		Lucas-TVS Limited Lucas-TVS was established in 1961 as a joint venture between Lucas, UK and T V Sundram Iyengar & Sons, to manufacture automotive electrical systems. Today, the company is a leader in the auto electrical field – 3 out of 4 vehicles in India are fitted with Lucas-TVS products. The company addresses segments across the auto industry, like passenger cars, jeeps, utility vehicles, light commercial vehicles, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, off-highway vehicles, industrial engines, earth movers, tractors and two / three wheelers. It also provides solutions for stationary and marine applications. Lucas-TVS is a TS 16949 and ISO 14001 certified company and has bagged the Deming application prize (2004) from the Japanese Union of Scientists and Engineers (JUSE). Turnover in 2004-05 was Rs 6,300 million (US$145 million). www.lucas-tvs.com
		Southern Roadways Limited Southern Roadways was founded in 1946 as a road transport and parcel service company. Today, it runs a parcel service with a fleet of more than 300 trucks and covers 60,000 kms a day through Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Pondicherry.
		Sundaram Brake Linings Limited Established in 1974, Sundaram Brake Linings (SBL) is a pioneer in the manufacture of asbestos-free friction material in India. Distinguished by its focus on cutting-edge technology, the company has a strong presence in the Indian OEM and aftermarket and exports to over 60 countries. SBL is a ISO / TS 16949 and ISO 14001 certified company. It is the first friction material manufacturer in the world to win the coveted Deming Application Prize for Total Quality Management. SBL is successfully positioned to meet the growing need for friction materials for the automotive industry. Sales turnover for 2004-05 was Rs 1,408 million (US$ 32 million). www.tvsbrakelinings.com
		Sundaram-Clayton Limited Sundaram-Clayton Limited (SCL) is a pioneering manufacturer of air brake systems. The market leader in this space, the company exports quality spare parts to over 15 countries. The SCL-Brakes division is the first Indian company to manufacture the next generation Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Anti-Spin Regulation (ASR), both of which have been developed with in-house design technology. It is also the first company in India and the fourth company outside Japan, to win the prestigious Deming Award. The company’s Die-casting division has evolved from being a captive supplier to a full-service supplier of aluminium components to Indian and multinational companies. Both divisions – Brakes and Die-casting – have QS 9000 and ISO 14001 certifications. SCL’s turnover for 2004-05 was Rs.5,360 million (US$ 122 million). www.sundaram-clayton.com
		Sundram Fasteners Limited Incorporated in1966, Sundram Fasteners Limited (SFL) is the largest manufacturer and exporter of high tensile fasteners in India. SFL’s product range includes high tensile fasteners, powder metal parts, cold extruded parts, iron powder, radiator caps, gear shifters and automotive pumps / assemblies. Principal supplier of radiator caps to General Motors, USA, SFL has won the prestigious “Supplier of the Year” award from GM for five consecutive years. The automotive pumps and assemblies division is the principal supplier of rocker-level assemblies to Cummins, USA for ISX and ISM platforms. With facilities in Chennai, Madurai, Pondicherry, Hosur, Hyderabad and China, SFL was the first Indian company to get ISO 9000 certification. Today, all its divisions are ISO / TS 16949 and ISO 14001 certified. Turnover for 2004-05 was Rs 10,370 million (US$ 235 million). www.sundram.com
		Incorporated in 1943, Sundaram Industries Limited (SIL) is a leading manufacturer of rubber products for automotive and industrial applications. It has also consolidated its edge in the field of tyre retreading.
		Rubber division TVS Rubber, the rubber division of SIL, manufactures moulded rubber products for vehicle manufacturers, system manufacturers and other industries, including defence, electrical, electronic, mining, thermal and white goods. TVS Rubber also serves the OEM and aftermarket in USA, Europe and other countries, on a JIT basis. It has a technical tie up with Bridgestone, Japan for the manufacture of Anti Vibration Mountings. It has achieved ISO / TS 16949: 2002 certification and received the TPM Excellence Award from JIPM, Japan in 2004. www.tvsrubber.com
		Tyre solution division Since its foray into retreading in 1943, SIL has been the market leader with a complete spectrum of tyre care solutions. It has acquired unique technology to recycle rubber waste from Levgum, Israel. The company has won awards for the best retreads from the International Tire And Rubber Association, USA.
		Sundaram Textiles Limited Sundaram Textiles was formed in 1960 to manufacture 100% cotton and synthetic yarn. It has two units: one in Tirunelveli District and another in Madurai. These units have 47000 spindles and 720 rotors. Currently, the company exports more than 50% of its production to countries in Europe, Middle East, Far East and South Asia. www.sundaramtextiles.com
		Turbo Energy Limited Incorporated in 1982, Turbo Energy Limited (TEL) is a technical and financial joint venture between KKK Germany, (presently BorgWarner Turbo Systems–BWTS), Brakes India Limited and Sundaram Finance Limited. TEL manufactures turbochargers for internal combustion engines. Its state-of-the art manufacturing facility has the capacity to manufacture, test and assemble 350,000 turbochargers per annum. TEL is a QS 9000 certified company and is under certification for TS 16949 : 2002. The company’s exclusive R&D centre at Chennai has been recognised by the Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India since 1985. www.turboenergy.co.in
		TVS Automotive Europe Limited TVS Automotive Europe Limited is a joint venture between TV Sundram Iyengar & Sons Limited and John Bruce UK Limited. The company is a single source for high quality automobile / engineering products for its OE / Tier 1 and 2 customers in UK and Europe. Products are sourced from QS / ISO certified suppliers located in India, China, Taiwan and Thailand. TVS Automotive Europe caters to the complete Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) needs of its customers by providing services like supplier identification, supplier audit, quality documentation and tailor-made logistics solutions. A true end-to-end solutions provider, it has a marketing office in UK and ISO 9001:2000 certified sourcing and back offices in India. Apart from offering components across categories, the company also provides value added services, logistics support and warehouse facilities to its customers.
		TVS Auto Parts Private Limited TVS Auto Parts is a 65:35 joint venture between TVS Lanka and Worldwide Trade Agencies of Sri Lanka. The company distributes spare parts across the island nation and is also an indentor of parts for Indian made vehicles operating in Sri Lanka.
		ZF Electronics TVS (India) Private Limited ZF Electronics TVS (India) Private Limited (Formerly TVS Cherry Private Limited) is a joint venture between TVS Group, India and ZF Electronics Corporation, USA (a group company of ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Germany) to manufacture precision snap action switches, sensors and electromechanical assemblies in India. ZF Electronics TVS manufacturing facility located at Madurai is ISO 9001:2000 / ISO/TS 16949:2002 certified and is a UL approved site. ZF Electronics TVS manufactures Precision Snap Action / Rocker Switches, Sensors and Reed Relays to cater to automotive, consumer and Industrial markets. ZF Electronics TVS also markets advance performance keyboards and key modules manufactured by ZF Electronics GmbH, Germany. ZF Electronics TVS offers its customers quality products and renders application design support. Switches manufactured by ZF Electronics TVS are used in various applications of following segments Consumer durables Automotive Computer products Industrial equipments Telecom equipments www.zftvs.com
		TVS CJ Components Limited TVS CJ Components sources high quality automobile / engineering products from TS / QS / ISO certified suppliers located in India, Turkey and Italy for OE / Tier 1 and 2 customers in UK. It has a marketing office in UK and ISO 9001:2000 certified sourcing and back office operations in India. Customers include leading companies like CNH, Cummins, Perkins and Delphi.
		TVS Electronics Limited TVS Electronics Limited (TVS-E) is a leading player in the information and communication technology market. Its mission is “Taking IT to the Heart of India”. TVS-E is organized into two business groups: Transaction automation products and solutions TVS-E leads the Indian dot matrix printer and mechanical keyboard markets, (40% and 52% share respectively). This group also provides multi-platform solutions for front-end transaction processing to industries like retail, telecom, e- Governance and financial services. Electronic manufacturing services This group offers a wide spectrum of services to global customers, including product engineering and development, sourcing, contract manufacturing and customer support. With over 15 years of experience and a 350 strong supplier network, this division is focused on best practices in Total Quality Management, Business Planning and Human Resources Management. Turnover for 2004-05 was Rs 3,141 million (US$ 71.4 million). www.tvs-e.in
		TVS Interconnect Systems Limited TVS Interconnect Systems Limited commenced operations in 2000 and offers optimised solutions to the telecommunications and enterprise networking industries. Supported by a manufacturing base at Madurai, the company has four broad divisions: wireless solutions, carrier solutions, enterprise solutions and project management services. TVS Interconnect combines best-in-class solutions and products from a wide variety of globally acclaimed partners. It is widely recognized as a reliable partner for the delivery and implementation of future-proof solutions in the digital infrastructure space. www.tvsics.com
		TVS Lanka Private Limited TVS Lanka Private Limited is a 50:50 joint venture between TVS & Sons and United Motors Lanka Limited. Based in Colombo, TVS Lanka is the authorised distributor and dealer for the TVS range of two wheelers and has grown to become the second highest seller of two wheelers in Sri Lanka. It is supported by a network of approximately 500 dealers for sales, service and parts.
		TVS Logistics Iberia S.L. TVS Logistics Iberia (TVS LI) is a 51:49 joint venture between TVS Automotive Europe and Transcoma Group of Spain. The company sources high quality automobile / engineering products from TS / QS / ISO certified suppliers in India, China, Taiwan and Thailand for OE / Tier 1 and 2 customers in Spain. With a marketing office in Barcelona, it provides complete BPO solutions through services like supplier identification, audit, sample and PPAP inspection, quality documentation, tailor-made logistics solutions, engineering support and vendor management. www.tvsiberia.com
		TVS Logistics Services Limited TVS Logistics Services Limited provides comprehensive logistics solutions to the automotive industry. These include inbound logistics, outbound logistics, warehousing and value added services like line feeding, high sub-assemblies and SCM consultation. The company’s expanding customer base includes OEMs and Tier 1 and 2 companies like Ashok Leyland, Atlas Capco, Bharat Forge, Brakes India, Delphi, Ford, General Motors, JCB, John Deere, L&T, Lucas-TVS, Mahindra & Mahindra, Pricol, Roots, Royal Enfield, Sundaram Clayton, Sundram Fasteners, Sundaram Industries, Tata Motors, TVS Motor, Visteon and Wheels India. www.tvslogisticsservices.com
		TVS Logistics SIAM Limited TVS Logistics Siam Limited is a joint venture between Thai Martin Trading Company Limited, Thailand, Tyvin International Company Limited, Thailand and TVS. TVS brings to the table its rich domain expertise in supply chain management and will extend and apply this to the Thai auto industry. The company’s customer base includes Aapico Amata, Aapico Hitech, Chardchai Industrial and Anglo Asia.
		TVS Motor Company Limited TVS Motor Company Limited is one of the largest two-wheeler manufacturers in India and amongst the top ten in the world. From being the first to introduce a two-seater moped in India (TVS 50 in 1980), to being the first two-wheeler company in the world to receive the coveted Deming Prize for Total Quality Management, TVS Motor has consistently set benchmarks for the industry. The company’s leadership edge is continually consolidated through pioneering R&D and innovative engineering practices. The company is ISO 9000, QS 9000 and TS 16949 certified and has also received the TPM Excellence award. TVS Motor serves its 10 million strong and growing customer base through a vast network of over 500 dealers and 2500 customer touch points. It has sold over a million two wheelers. The company has, for the last 4 years, continuously bagged the Export Excellence Award. Turnover in 2004-05 was Rs 29,550 million (US$ 672 million). www.tvsmotor.co.in
		TVS Sewing Needles Limited TVS Sewing Needles Limited was established in 1962 as a joint venture with The Singer Company, USA. The company’s initial product range comprised just two types of needles manufactured with milled groove technology. Today, it has a licensed production capacity of 100 million needles of 45 different types (household and industrial grade), which are manufactured with die-press eye rounding technology. It is also a major exporter to UK and Japan. www.tvsneedle.co.in
		TVS Srichakra Limited TVS Srichakra Limited is the largest auto ancillary group in India. The company is a leading manufacturer of automotive tyres and India’s premier two-wheeler tyre manufacturer (7million tyres annually). It serves its loyal customer base through a 2050 strong dealer base and 20 warehouses in India. The company also exports to USA, Europe, Africa, South America and South East Asia. ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, TVS Srichakra has a robust R&D, testing and manufacturing infrastructure. Its portfolio includes industrial pneumatic tyres, farm and implement tyres, skid steer tyres, multipurpose tyres and vintage tyres. The company has won the TPM Excellence award and has adopted Six-Sigma and Lean Manufacturing techniques. Turnover in 2004-05 was Rs 2,027 million (US$ 46 million). www.tvstyres.com
		TV Sundram Iyengar & Sons Limited T V Sundram Iyengar & Sons Limited, established in 1911, is the parent company of the TVS Group and a leading Indian automobile distribution company. It operates through three divisions – TVS, Sundaram Motors and Madras Auto Service. The company distributes commercial vehicles, utility / sports utility vehicles and passenger cars. It represents leading automotive companies like Ashok Leyland, Daimler Chrysler, General Motors, Honda and Mahindra & Mahindra. The company has more than 100 outlets that sell over 30,000 vehicles and service more than 300,000 vehicles annually. TVS & Sons is also the largest distributor of automobile spare parts in the country, handling more than 80 suppliers and 35,000 part numbers. TVS & Sons handles sales and service of garage equipment and markets products for special applications like construction and material handling equipment, man-lifts and air-compressors. Its unique “own & operate” scheme provides forklift trucks with trained operators for material handling. Under the brand name “MyTVS”, the company provides customer-centric car services across the carownership lifecycle. MyTVS handles buying and selling of pre-owned cars and offers services that include regular maintenance, 24x7 emergency services and collision repair services. www.tvsiyengar.com
		Wheels India Limited Wheels India Limited was established in the early 60s, as a joint venture between TVS and Dunlop UK. It is a leading manufacturer of automotive wheels and supplies to all major vehicle manufacturers in the country. The company has a collaboration with Titan, the world leader in off-highway vehicle wheels. It produces wheels for all vehicle categories including passenger cars, utility vehicles, trucks, buses, agricultural tractors and construction equipment. More than 15% of its production is exported to North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and South Africa. Cutting-edge product development and process design allows the company to address high-volume markets, niche segments and customer-specific requirements. The company has manufacturing facilities at Padi, Pune and Rampur with a combined annual capacity of seven million wheels. With a workforce of 1585 people, turnover for 2004-05 was Rs 7,790 million (US$ 177 million). www.wheelsindia.com