Stellantis and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles have commemorated 20 years of their joint venture, Fiat India Automobiles Private Limited (FIAPL), marking two decades of collaboration in India’s automotive manufacturing landscape. To celebrate the milestone, the two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore further opportunities for cooperation across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain operations in India and overseas markets.
Established as a 50:50 joint venture, FIAPL has evolved into a key pillar of both companies’ manufacturing and powertrain operations, leveraging Stellantis’ global automotive expertise and Tata Motors’ strong local market presence. Over the years, FIAPL has built robust capabilities in manufacturing, powertrain development, and supply chain excellence, creating a foundation for expanded future collaboration.
Commenting on the milestone, Grégoire Olivier, Chief Operating Officer, Stellantis Asia Pacific, said FIAPL demonstrates the potential of strong partnerships between global and local automakers. He added that Stellantis remains focused on evolving the partnership to support future-ready manufacturing, innovation, and sustainable growth in the region.
Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, said the partnership reflects a long-standing collaboration built on trust, shared values, and a common vision. He expressed optimism about deepening the relationship with Stellantis in the years ahead.
The new MoU is expected to open avenues for joint initiatives in advanced manufacturing technologies, engineering development, and global supply chain integration, strengthening the competitiveness of both companies in India and international markets.
Industry analysts view the renewed collaboration as a strategic move amid increasing global competition, electrification trends, and evolving supply-chain dynamics in the automotive sector.
