Greening the Mines: Scania and PPS motors’ exclusive partnership sets a new standard for sustainable mining solutions in India.

Hyderabad, December 6, 2023: Scania Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. announces its exclusive partnership with PPS Motors, designating them as the sole representative for Scania’s mining tippers in India. This collaboration ensures Pan India coverage for sales and service operations. Scania India has always believed in driving sustainable transport solutions that are powered by technology and led by innovation. The company provides tailor- made solutions by detecting, analyzing, and continuously optimizing critical points of the mine that lead to higher availability, increased productivity, and better customer profitability. This new collaboration is an evidence to Scania’s assurance towards network expansion in India and advanced customer support.

Johan P Schlyter, MD of Scania Commercial Vehicles India, highlights the impactful alliance with PPS Motors in the mining tippers segment. Leveraging cutting-edge tech, they aim to contribute significantly to India’s Net Zero Emission goal.

PPS has successfully established six regional warehouses across India, which has close proximity to the mining sites and strategically connected to Scania’s central warehouse in Nagpur, creating a robust hub-and-spoke model. This ensures a smooth, uninterrupted, and    swift    supply    chain    for parts.  Complementing these are three cutting-edge workshops, meeting   Scania’s global mining standards and staffed by skilled technician and nine mobile service vans are in place to ensure efficient handling of major repairs, aggregate repairs, accident repairs, and overhauling.

Rajiv Sanghvi, MD of PPS Motors, expresses delight in the exclusive partnership with Scania for mining trucks in India. Emphasizes customer trust, ongoing communication, and investment in expanding touchpoints for a comprehensive product and service ecosystem.

PPS Motors partners with Scania as the exclusive distributor for mining trucks in India, citing overwhelming customer trust. Rajiv Sanghvi emphasizes tailored solutions, constant customer engagement, and expanded touchpoints. Scania globally excels in sustainable and innovative vehicle technologies, showcasing expertise in electric mobility, renewable fuels, autonomy, safety systems, and connectivity, successfully implemented in India to enhance operational efficiency.

About PPS Motors

PPS Motors, with 70+ years of expertise, operates in 18 states with 650+ touchpoints. Its 14,000-strong team excels in various auto segments, achieving an annual turnover of ₹13,700 crores, representing 19 formidable brands.

About Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt. Ltd. 

With a rich heritage spanning over 130 years in mobility solutions, Scania Commercial Vehicles AB is a global leader, renowned for its world-class products and services that cater to diverse transportation markets worldwide.

Scania’s extensive global workforce and tailored sales approach span 100+ countries. Key R&D in Sweden, India, Brazil underscores sustainability commitment. As a leading engine supplier, Scania prioritizes adaptability to alternative fuels, emphasizing social, environmental, and economic sustainability.

In 2007, Scania made a significant entry into the Indian market, primarily focusing on revolutionizing the mining and construction segments. By 2011, Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt Ltd. was established, solidifying its presence in India with an automotive assembly facility at Narasapura, near Bangalore, Karnataka.

Scania solidifies its commitment to India with a focus on mining solutions, unveiling a cutting-edge 37-acre manufacturing facility and a 125,794 sq. ft production center. Prioritizing parts and services, the Nagpur Warehouse enhances service excellence, reducing lead times and ensuring superior customer experience nationwide.

Scania India envisions itself as a vital partner in India’s journey to develop smart and sustainable mobility solutions, driven by locally produced biofuels, sustainable mobility with locally produced biofuels, reducing carbon emissions.