Epson has inaugurated its first manufacturing plant in India—a milestone for the tech giant.

By Aniket Chakraborty

July 5, 2025

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The facility is set up in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, in partnership with local manufacturer RIKUN.

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Operations are scheduled to begin in October 2025, focusing on Epson's ink tank printers.

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Initially, the factory will produce 20,000 EcoTank printers per month, meeting local demand.

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The move will create 200 direct jobs, boosting employment in the tech-manufacturing sector.

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Epson's Global President called the India launch a “historic occasion” for the company.

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With India’s youthful population and digital growth, Epson sees massive market potential.

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Epson India earned ₹2,500 crore in FY25 and expects ₹2,900 crore this fiscal, signaling momentum.

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The company plans to expand to components and R&D in future phases of the India project.

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With this step, Epson aligns with ‘Make in India’, targeting deeper investment and innovation.

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