Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Renault Acquires Full Ownership of Chennai Plant from Nissan
Renault, a car company, has bought the rest of a factory in India from Nissan, making Renault the sole owner.
This move is part of Renault's plan to grow bigger in India, which is important for them.
The new CEO will start in September 2025.
Even though Renault owns the factory, Nissan will still make cars there.
Renault is upgrading the factory to build new car models like the Duster.
Renault Group acquired full ownership of the Chennai plant from Nissan.
The acquisition strengthens Renault's growth strategy in India, a key market.
Stéphane Deblaise will become CEO of Renault Group India on September 1, 2025.
Nissan will continue production at the plant but will largely operate as a Renault subsidiary.
The Chennai plant will upgrade to the CMF-B platform to produce new models, including the new Duster.
- Who
- Renault Group and Nissan
- What
- Renault Group acquired full ownership of the Chennai plant from Nissan.
- When
- Acquisition completed recently; Stéphane Deblaise becomes CEO on September 1, 2025; new Duster launch is planned early next year.
- Where
- Chennai, India
- Why
- To strengthen Renault's growth in India and expand its international presence.
Renault's Perspective
Nissan's Perspective
Ownership and Operations
Renault's Perspective
Full ownership strengthens its position and growth potential in India.
Nissan's Perspective
Nissan will function as a subsidiary.
- Acquisition
- Full Ownership
- Plant Location
- Chennai, India
- Acquiring Company
- Renault Group
- Former Stakeholder
- Nissan
- New CEO
- Stéphane Deblaise
- CEO Start Date
- September 1, 2025
- Plant Capacity
- 4 lakh units annually
