Murata Opens First India Plant in Chennai

Murata Manufacturing, the Japanese electronics giant and a major supplier for Apple’s iPhones, has begun operations at its first Indian facility in Tamil Nadu, marking a significant step in its global expansion strategy.

Located at the OneHub Chennai Industrial Park, the unit will initially focus on packaging and shipping multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) used in smartphones, electric vehicles (EVs), and other high-tech products.

With a 40% global share in MLCCs—critical components found in everything from consumer electronics to NASA’s Ingenuity Mars helicopter—Murata aims to meet growing demand from India’s electronics, automotive, and industrial sectors. The facility is expected to reach full-scale production by fiscal year 2026.

The move reflects Murata’s intent to diversify its manufacturing footprint beyond Japan and aligns with the “Make in India” initiative. It also positions the company to tap into India’s rising role in global electronics supply chains.

While the initial phase is limited to packaging and shipping, sources indicate Murata has a broader India roadmap, potentially expanding into the design, manufacturing, and sale of advanced electronic components, modules, and devices. The Chennai plant is seen as both a launchpad for deeper operations and a strategic foothold in one of the fastest-growing electronics markets worldwide