Mumbai, 07th September 2023
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today formally inaugurated Motherson’s facility in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah (UAE). The facility is located in Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). Also present at the ceremony were Mr. Vivek Chaand Sehgal, Chairman, Motherson, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Humaid Al Qasimi, RAKEZ Managing Director, along with officials from other local government entities.
H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi said:
“In Ras Al Khaimah, we have an integrated strategy to diversify the economy and achieve balanced growth across all sectors in a manner that ensures the sustainable development of our Emirate and adherence to our national objectives. This strategy lends great flexibility to the Emirate’s economic ecosystem, allowing us to keep pace with rapid changes across all sectors and to enhance our competitiveness to be among the most sought-after business destinations in the region and the world.”
H.H. Sheikh Saud’s comments came as he inaugurated the Motherson facility at RAKEZ’s Al Hamra Industrial Zone. Specialising in manufacturing wiring harnesses for commercial vehicles and other special purpose vehicles, the facility also exports them to its customers in Europe. With a built-up area of over 11,000 m2, the facility employs around 500 people and is built with an initial investment of about Euro 10 million. H.H. Sheikh Saud also toured the facility and was briefed on its advanced manufacturing technologies.
Commenting on the occasion, Mr Vivek Chaand Sehgal, Chairman, Motherson, said,
“We are honoured and thankful to have the gracious presence of H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi on this momentous occasion for Motherson. Ras Al Khaimah continues to serve as a strategic base for our operations, bringing us closer to our European wiring harness customers. We are also thankful to RAKEZ for their encouragement to the industries in the region and their continuous support to Motherson.”
Motherson is one of the leading providers of wiring harnesses and electrical distribution systems to the mobility industry globally. The company offers full system solutions to its customers and has the capability from design to prototyping and manufacturing to assemblies. This state-of-the-art facility has strengthened the wiring harness business of Motherson in the region. Including this, Motherson has eight facilities in the region (other facilities are in Dubai and Sharjah), highlighting the UAE’s crucial role in the company’s strategy.
Celebrating the occasion, Mr. Ramy Jallad, RAKEZ Group CEO, said:
“We are thrilled to witness the remarkable expansion of Motherson’s operations in our economic zone. More than a milestone for the company, it is a visionary step forward in shaping the future of the mobility industry. This state-of-the-art facility represents Motherson’s commitment to innovation and quality, showcasing Ras Al Khaimah and RAKEZ as key strategic hubs for their global operations. Motherson’s investment aligns perfectly with the Emirate’s strategic aim to become a global hub for innovation and enterprise. We look forward to supporting Motherson as they continue to set industry benchmarks.”
