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India–Europe Business Bridge

Connecting Indian Enterprises in Europe with German Companies in India

1,800+
German Companies in India
€28B+
Bilateral Trade Volume
800+
Indian Companies in Germany
500K+
Jobs Created

Indian Companies in Germany & Europe

Leading Indian enterprises that have established significant operations across Germany and Europe

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IT Services & Technology

India → Europe

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

IT Services · Digital Transformation

Global IT leader with major European headquarters in Frankfurt. Serves leading German enterprises including Deutsche Bank, Lufthansa, and automotive OEMs.

◆ Frankfurt HQ ◆ 12,000+ EU Employees
tcs.com →
India → Europe

Infosys

Digital Services · Consulting

Major IT services provider with European headquarters in Frankfurt and offices in Munich, Düsseldorf, and Stuttgart. Partners with Daimler and major DAX companies.

◆ Frankfurt HQ ◆ 8,000+ EU Employees
infosys.com →
India → Europe

Wipro

IT Solutions · Engineering Services

Global IT company with strong German presence in Frankfurt, Munich, and Hamburg. Acquired Capco to strengthen European consulting capabilities.

◆ Frankfurt Office ◆ 5,000+ EU Employees
wipro.com →
India → Europe

HCL Technologies

IT Services · Engineering R&D

Technology company with European delivery centers in Germany. Strong automotive and manufacturing sector presence serving BMW, VW, and Bosch.

◆ Munich Operations ◆ 4,500+ EU Employees
hcltech.com →
India → Europe

Tech Mahindra

Digital Transformation · Telecom

IT services specialist with focus on telecommunications and manufacturing. Strong partnerships with Deutsche Telekom and European telecom operators.

◆ Düsseldorf Office ◆ 3,000+ EU Employees
techmahindra.com →
India → Europe

L&T Technology Services

Engineering R&D · Product Development

Engineering services company with German operations focused on automotive and industrial products R&D for leading OEMs.

◆ Munich Center ◆ 1,500+ EU Employees
ltts.com →
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Automotive & Manufacturing

India → Europe

Tata Motors (Jaguar Land Rover)

Automotive · Luxury Vehicles

Through JLR acquisition, Tata Motors has significant European operations including sales, marketing, and engineering centers across Germany.

◆ Frankfurt Sales HQ ◆ Premium Automotive
tatamotors.com →
India → Europe

Mahindra & Mahindra

Automotive · Farm Equipment

Major automotive and farm equipment manufacturer. Acquired Peugeot Motocycles and has growing European tractor and utility vehicle presence.

◆ European Operations ◆ Agricultural Equipment
mahindra.com →
India → Europe

Bharat Forge

Auto Components · Forging

World's second-largest forging company with German subsidiary CDP Bharat Forge. Supplies critical components to European automotive OEMs.

◆ German Manufacturing ◆ Tier-1 Supplier
bharatforge.com →
India → Europe

Motherson Group

Auto Components · Wiring Systems

Global automotive supplier with extensive European operations. Acquired PKC Group and multiple German companies for automotive interiors and electronics.

◆ Multiple EU Plants ◆ 15,000+ EU Employees
motherson.com →
India → Europe

Apollo Tyres

Tyres · Rubber Products

Major tyre manufacturer with European headquarters in Netherlands and manufacturing facility in Hungary. Supplies to European automotive industry.

◆ Hungary Plant ◆ European HQ Netherlands
apollotyres.com →
India → Europe

Varroc Engineering

Automotive Lighting · Electronics

Automotive lighting and electronics specialist with European design and manufacturing operations serving major OEMs.

◆ European Design Centers ◆ Lighting Systems
varroc.com →
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Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

India → Europe

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

Pharmaceuticals · Generics

Major Indian pharmaceutical company with significant German operations. Acquired betapharm and has extensive European generic drug portfolio.

◆ Germany Operations ◆ Generic Medicines
drreddys.com →
India → Europe

Sun Pharmaceutical

Pharmaceuticals · Specialty Drugs

India's largest pharmaceutical company with European presence through acquisitions. Supplies specialty and generic medications across EU markets.

◆ European Distribution ◆ Specialty Pharma
sunpharma.com →
India → Europe

Cipla

Pharmaceuticals · Respiratory

Global pharmaceutical company with European operations focused on respiratory care and generics. Strong presence in Germany and UK.

◆ European Markets ◆ Respiratory Focus
cipla.com →
India → Europe

Biocon

Biopharmaceuticals · Biosimilars

India's leading biotech company with European partnerships. Biosimilars approved and marketed across EU through collaborations with Mylan/Viatris.

◆ EU Biosimilars ◆ R&D Partnerships
biocon.com →
India → Europe

Lupin

Pharmaceuticals · Generic Drugs

Major pharmaceutical company with European subsidiary. Strong generic drug portfolio for cardiovascular and CNS therapeutic areas.

◆ European Subsidiary ◆ CNS & Cardio Focus
lupin.com →
India → Europe

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals

Pharmaceuticals · Dermatology

Specialty pharmaceutical company with European operations focused on dermatology and respiratory products.

◆ European Sales ◆ Specialty Medicines
glenmarkpharma.com →
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Steel, Metals & Industrial

India → Europe

Tata Steel Europe

Steel Manufacturing

Major European steel producer following Corus acquisition. Operations in Netherlands, UK, and Germany. One of Europe's largest steel manufacturers.

◆ IJmuiden, Netherlands ◆ 20,000+ EU Employees
tatasteeleurope.com →
India → Europe

JSW Steel

Steel · Specialty Products

India's leading private steel producer with European trading and distribution operations for specialty steel products.

◆ European Distribution ◆ Specialty Steel
jsw.in →
India → Europe

Aditya Birla Group (Hindalco)

Aluminium · Copper

Through Novelis acquisition, operates major aluminium rolling and recycling plants across Europe. Significant European manufacturing footprint.

◆ German Plants ◆ Aluminium Recycling
adityabirla.com →
India → Europe

Vedanta Resources

Mining · Natural Resources

Diversified natural resources company with European headquarters in London. Operations span zinc, aluminium, and oil & gas.

◆ London HQ ◆ Natural Resources
vedantaresources.com →
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Banking & Financial Services

India → Europe

State Bank of India

Banking · Financial Services

India's largest bank with Frankfurt branch serving Indian businesses in Germany and facilitating Indo-German trade finance.

◆ Frankfurt Branch ◆ Trade Finance
sbi.co.in →
India → Europe

ICICI Bank

Banking · Investment

Private sector bank with European subsidiary in UK and Germany operations supporting corporate banking and trade services.

◆ European Operations ◆ Corporate Banking
icicibank.com →
India → Europe

Bank of Baroda

Banking · International Operations

Public sector bank with Frankfurt representative office supporting Indo-European banking relationships.

◆ Frankfurt Office ◆ NRI Services
bankofbaroda.in →
India → Europe

HDFC Bank

Banking · Financial Services

India's leading private bank with European representative office supporting trade finance and corporate banking services.

◆ European Office ◆ Trade Services
hdfcbank.com →
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Energy & Infrastructure

India → Europe

Suzlon Energy

Wind Energy · Renewable

Major wind turbine manufacturer with European operations. Previously acquired REpower Systems (now Senvion) expanding European footprint.

◆ Wind Energy ◆ European Projects
suzlon.com →
India → Europe

ReNew Power

Renewable Energy · Green Hydrogen

India's leading renewable energy company with European partnerships for green hydrogen and clean energy technology.

◆ Green Energy ◆ EU Partnerships
renewpower.in →
India → Europe

Larsen & Toubro

Engineering · Construction

Major engineering conglomerate with European engineering and construction project offices supporting infrastructure projects.

◆ Engineering Services ◆ Infrastructure
larsentoubro.com →
India → Europe

ONGC Videsh

Oil & Gas · Exploration

International arm of ONGC with European oil and gas investments including assets in Russia and exploration partnerships.

◆ Energy Investments ◆ Global Operations
ongcvidesh.com →

German Companies in India

Leading German enterprises with significant operations and investments across India

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Automotive & Mobility

Germany → India

Volkswagen Group

Automotive · Manufacturing

Major automotive manufacturer with Pune plant producing Volkswagen, Škoda, and Audi vehicles. Invested €1B+ in India including new EV platform development.

◆ Pune Manufacturing ◆ 4,000+ Employees
volkswagen.co.in →
Germany → India

BMW Group

Premium Automotive · Manufacturing

Luxury car manufacturer with Chennai plant. Produces BMW and MINI vehicles locally. Major R&D center in Bangalore for connected car technologies.

◆ Chennai Plant ◆ Bangalore R&D
bmw.in →
Germany → India

Mercedes-Benz India

Luxury Automotive · Manufacturing

Premium car manufacturer with Pune plant. India's largest luxury car brand. Mercedes-Benz Research & Development India (MBRDI) in Bangalore.

◆ Pune Assembly ◆ 6,000+ Employees
mercedes-benz.co.in →
Germany → India

Bosch India

Auto Components · Industrial Technology

Largest Bosch subsidiary outside Germany. 18 manufacturing sites, major R&D center. Automotive, industrial technology, and consumer goods.

◆ Bangalore HQ ◆ 30,000+ Employees
bosch.in →
Germany → India

Continental

Automotive Technology · Tyres

Major automotive supplier with multiple plants in India. R&D center in Bangalore. Produces tyres, brake systems, and automotive electronics.

◆ Multiple Plants ◆ 8,000+ Employees
continental-india.com →
Germany → India

ZF Friedrichshafen

Automotive Systems · Driveline

Global automotive supplier with Indian manufacturing for transmissions, chassis, and active safety systems. Technical center in Pune.

◆ Pune Center ◆ Driveline Technology
zf.com →
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Industrial & Engineering

Germany → India

Siemens India

Industrial Automation · Energy

One of India's oldest MNCs (since 1867). Major manufacturing across energy, healthcare, infrastructure. Largest Siemens R&D outside Germany.

◆ Mumbai HQ ◆ 20,000+ Employees
siemens.co.in →
Germany → India

BASF India

Chemicals · Materials

World's largest chemical company with significant Indian operations. Manufacturing sites in Maharashtra, Gujarat. Agricultural solutions and performance materials.

◆ Mumbai HQ ◆ 2,500+ Employees
basf.com/in →
Germany → India

ThyssenKrupp India

Engineering · Industrial Solutions

Industrial engineering company with elevator manufacturing, materials trading, and industrial solutions across multiple Indian locations.

◆ Pune Operations ◆ Industrial Solutions
thyssenkrupp.com →
Germany → India

Schaeffler India

Bearings · Automotive Components

Global automotive and industrial supplier with three manufacturing plants in India. Produces bearings, clutch systems, and engine components.

◆ 3 Plants ◆ 3,000+ Employees
schaeffler.co.in →
Germany → India

KUKA

Robotics · Automation

Leading robotics company with Indian operations supporting automotive manufacturing automation. Industrial robots and automated systems.

◆ Pune Office ◆ Factory Automation
kuka.com →
Germany → India

Trumpf

Machine Tools · Laser Technology

High-tech company with Indian subsidiary for laser technology and machine tools. Serves Indian manufacturing sector with cutting-edge solutions.

◆ Pune Office ◆ Laser Systems
trumpf.com →
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Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare

Germany → India

Bayer India

Pharmaceuticals · Crop Science

Major life sciences company with pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and crop science divisions. Manufacturing in Maharashtra and Gujarat.

◆ Mumbai HQ ◆ Life Sciences
bayer.in →
Germany → India

Merck India

Healthcare · Life Science

Science and technology company with healthcare, life science, and electronics divisions. R&D center in Bangalore.

◆ Mumbai HQ ◆ Bangalore R&D
merckgroup.com/in →
Germany → India

Fresenius Kabi

Healthcare · Infusion Therapy

Healthcare company specializing in IV drugs, infusion therapies, and clinical nutrition. Multiple manufacturing sites in India.

◆ Pune Manufacturing ◆ Clinical Nutrition
fresenius-kabi.com/in →
Germany → India

B. Braun

Medical Devices · Healthcare

Medical and pharmaceutical company with Indian manufacturing for medical devices, hospital supplies, and pharmaceutical products.

◆ Penang Plant ◆ Medical Devices
bbraun.co.in →
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Technology & Software

Germany → India

SAP Labs India

Enterprise Software · Cloud

Largest R&D center outside Germany. 13,000+ employees in Bangalore, Gurgaon, and Pune developing core SAP products and cloud solutions.

◆ Bangalore HQ ◆ 13,000+ Employees
sap.com/india →
Germany → India

Deutsche Telekom IT

Telecom · IT Services

Major IT services center for Deutsche Telekom group. Software development, IT operations, and digital services from Pune and Bangalore.

◆ Pune & Bangalore ◆ IT Services
telekom.com →
Germany → India

Software AG India

Enterprise Software · IoT

Enterprise software company with major India development center. Integration, IoT, and business transformation solutions.

◆ Bangalore Office ◆ Enterprise Software
softwareag.com →
Germany → India

Infineon Technologies

Semiconductors · Chips

Major semiconductor company with R&D center in Bangalore. Develops automotive, industrial, and IoT semiconductor solutions.

◆ Bangalore R&D ◆ Semiconductor Design
infineon.com →
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Financial Services & Insurance

Germany → India

Deutsche Bank India

Banking · Financial Services

Major international bank with extensive Indian operations. Corporate banking, investment banking, and wealth management services.

◆ Mumbai HQ ◆ Full-Service Banking
db.com/india →
Germany → India

Allianz

Insurance · Asset Management

Global insurance leader with Indian joint venture Bajaj Allianz. Life insurance, general insurance, and asset management services.

◆ JV with Bajaj ◆ Insurance Services
bajajallianz.com →
Germany → India

DHL Express India

Logistics · Express Delivery

Part of Deutsche Post DHL Group. Major express logistics provider with extensive Indian network. International shipping and supply chain.

◆ Pan-India Network ◆ Express Logistics
dhl.com/in →
Germany → India

Munich Re India

Reinsurance · Risk Solutions

Global reinsurance company with Indian operations supporting local insurers with risk management and reinsurance solutions.

◆ Mumbai Office ◆ Reinsurance
munichre.com →
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Consumer Goods & Retail

Germany → India

Henkel India

Consumer Goods · Adhesives

Consumer and industrial company with adhesives, beauty care, and laundry brands. Manufacturing in multiple locations across India.

◆ Multiple Plants ◆ FMCG & Industrial
henkel.in →
Germany → India

Adidas India

Sportswear · Footwear

Global sportswear brand with significant Indian retail presence and sourcing operations. Official partner of multiple Indian sports teams.

◆ Gurgaon HQ ◆ Retail Network
adidas.co.in →
Germany → India

Puma India

Sportswear · Lifestyle

Sports lifestyle brand with Indian headquarters in Bangalore. Official kit partner for Royal Challengers Bangalore and Indian cricket.

◆ Bangalore HQ ◆ Cricket Partner
puma.com/in →
Germany → India

Metro Cash & Carry

Wholesale · B2B Retail

Wholesale distributor with 31 stores across India. Supplies to hotels, restaurants, and small businesses.

◆ 31 Stores ◆ B2B Wholesale
metro.co.in →

Why the India-Germany Business Bridge?

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Strategic Partnership

India and Germany share a Strategic Partnership since 2000. Regular government-level exchanges, joint working groups, and bilateral agreements facilitate business cooperation.

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Complementary Strengths

German precision engineering meets Indian IT and digital capabilities. Manufacturing excellence combines with cost-effective production and a vast consumer market.

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Growing Trade Volume

Bilateral trade exceeds €28 billion annually. Germany is India's largest EU trading partner. Significant investment flows in both directions across multiple sectors.

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Skilled Workforce

Strong Indian diaspora in Germany. Over 35,000 Indian students in German universities. Technical and engineering talent pools supporting both economies.

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Innovation Collaboration

Joint R&D initiatives in Industry 4.0, AI, and clean energy. German companies operate major R&D centers in India. Technology transfer and innovation partnerships.

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Sustainability Focus

Shared commitment to green economy transition. Joint initiatives in renewable energy, sustainable mobility, and circular economy create new business opportunities.

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September 2025 Apex Master Expo Singapore Singapore
November 2025 Apex Master Expo Dubai Dubai, UAE
Q1 2026 Apex Master Expo India Mumbai / New Delhi, India

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