HMSI inaugurates new assembly line; resolves labour issue

Daily production capacity to touch 4,700 units with the new line

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI), the 100% owned 2-wheeler subsidiary of the Honda Motor Company, Japan – the world’s largest manufacturer of 2-wheelers, has raised its production capacity to 15 lac units/annum level with the recent inauguration of its 3rd assembly line.

The ongoing negotiations with the labour union have progressed well. It is a very positive development in favour of all HMSI customers, stakeholders as well as the industry. The Long term wage settlement (LTS) process has been concluded. The LTS was signed on Wednesday i.e. October 28, 2009 by the management and Union in the presence of Labour Department.

The development is expected to be a trendsetter for the entire industrial belt. With the third assembly line becoming fully operational and workers contributing their regular 8 hours work, the daily production is progressing to normal level. HMSI is now in full gear to achieve the production targets set for the current financial year.  This will reduce the waiting period of Honda products and help the company to serve the customers in the best possible manner.

The cooperation of government bodies and stakeholders has made this possible. As a responsible company, Honda is fully committed for the growth and welfare of all its employees and society.

About HMSI
Honda is the world's largest manufacturer of 2-wheelers. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI), is a 100% owned subsidiary of Honda Motor Company Ltd., Japan. Current HMSI products include Activa, Dio & Aviator in Scooters and Unicorn, Shine, Stunner in Motorcycles. All products have been well received in the market and have created new benchmarks in their respective categories. HMSI has also entered the Fun-Bike market with the launch of CBR1000RR Fireblade and CB1000R bikes in the Indian market.

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