Kalyani Powertrain Partners with Taiwan’s Compal Electronics to Manufacture Servers in India
Pune, March 06, 2025: Kalyani Powertrain, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bharat Forge, has entered into a technology licensing agreement with Compal Electronics, Inc. for the manufacturing of X86 platform servers in India. The two parties have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop the server business using locally manufactured solutions, aligning with the Indian government’s “Make in India” policy.
Under this agreement, Compal will provide KPTL with technological support related to servers, including overseeing local production, assembly, testing activities, and final sales.
Leaders’ Statements on the Partnership
Bharat Forge Vice Chairman & Jt MD, Mr. Amit Kalyani, stated:
“It gives us immense pleasure to partner with a global leader of technological products, ‘Compal,’ for manufacturing servers in India. This association will give a strong impetus to India’s manufacturing competitiveness. We are ecstatic and encouraged by the trust they have reposed in the Kalyani Group for the proposed association.”
Tony Bonadero, CEO of Compal, added:
“We are very pleased to collaborate with Kalyani Powertrain. Compal is actively advancing its server business and establishing multiple partnerships. Kalyani Powertrain’s extensive experience in the Indian market will create synergistic effects in our collaboration. We look forward to this being just the beginning, with more ICT-related business opportunities in the future to create greater value together.”
Made-in-India Servers: A Milestone for KPTL
The electronics division of Kalyani Powertrain has announced the launch of Made in India servers from their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Pune, Maharashtra, in February 2025.
According to a company filing with the exchanges,
“The factory is poised to stimulate local businesses, attract investment, and contribute significantly to the region’s manufacturing potential.”
Advancing India’s AI, Cloud, and Data Center Ecosystem
This collaboration plays a crucial role in bolstering India’s “Make in India” initiative by fostering local manufacturing and reducing dependency on imports. It aims to empower enterprises, cloud providers, hyperscalers, and government organizations with high-performance, cost-efficient server solutions tailored for AI workloads, cloud computing, and large-scale data processing.
About Kalyani Powertrain
Kalyani Powertrain Limited (KPTL) is engaged in the manufacture of electric vehicle components, electric motorcycles, electric three-wheelers, and the retrofitting of IC engine commercial vehicles into electric ones.
In 2024, KPTL strategically expanded its scope to include the ICT field, focusing on AI and Server products. The electronics division of Kalyani Powertrain announced the launch of Made in India servers from their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Pune, Maharashtra, in February 2025.
For more information, please visit: www.kalyanimotive.com
About Compal
Founded in 1984, Compal is a leading manufacturer in the notebook and smart device industry, creating brand value across various sectors. Through continuous innovation and forward-thinking, the company delivers smart technology solutions and high-quality services, backed by extensive industry experience.
Compal’s groundbreaking product designs have received numerous international awards. In 2024, CommonWealth Magazine recognized Compal as one of Taiwan’s top six manufacturers. The company has consistently ranked among the Forbes Global 2000 and Fortune Global 500.
In recent years, Compal has actively developed emerging businesses in cloud servers, automotive electronics, and smart medical technologies, leveraging its integrated hardware and software R&D and manufacturing capabilities.
For more information on Compal servers, please visit: www.compalserver.com
