Japanese auto maker Nissan Motor India has begun test trials of exporting its cars to Europe.
The first trial consignment of six cars left for Barcelona from its Oragadam plant (near Chennai) through the Ennore Port, today, it said in a statement here. The shipment was expected to reach Barcelona in 22 days.
Nissan Motor India MD and CEO Kiminobu Tokuyama said the company was gearing up for exports to Europe from second half of 2010." Domestic production of Micra would begin next month and we will soon start production for exports in July",he said.
The company would export to more than 100 countries including Europe, Middle East and Africa.Exports are expected to reach 1.10 lakh units in 2011, he added.
The export consignment would be shipped in a 'pure car carrier vessel' from Nissan Motor Car Carrier Company Ltd.
Nissan Motor India signed a MoU with the Ennore Port to export its vehicles in 2008.Ennore Port would complete development of a berth space by this June end,it said.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app