CNH Starts Work on New Tractor Plant in UP, Aims for 1 Lakh Tractors a Year

Greater Noida: CNH, the company behind New Holland and Case IH tractors, has started work on a new manufacturing plant in Uttar Pradesh. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on 12 November 2026 in the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) area, near Jewar airport. UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, CNH Chair Suzanne Heywood, CNH CEO Gerrit Marx and CNH India Region President Narinder Mittal were present.

CNH's New Tractor Plant at YEIDA: What We Know

The new plant will build tractors and engines for the Indian market as well as for export. CNH says it will increase the company's manufacturing capacity in India and help meet the rising demand for Made-in-India tractors.

• Size and Location The plant will cover 100 acres at YEIDA, close to Jewar airport. It is a greenfield project, which means it is being built on new land and is not an extension of an existing plant.

• How Many Tractors Will It Make? When it reaches full scale, the plant can produce 100,000 (1 lakh) tractors every year. CNH says this will support its future growth in both India and international markets.

• When Will Production Begin? The first phase is expected to start operations by mid-2028.

• Built for India and Export The plant will supply tractors and engines to farmers in India and to customers abroad. This will make CNH India a stronger manufacturing and export base.

Where the New Plant Fits Among CNH's India Operations

The new plant will work alongside CNH's existing units in India. The Greater Noida plant already makes tractors and engines. The Pune plant makes balers, combine harvesters and sugarcane harvesters. CNH says the new facility will build on its first tractor plant in Greater Noida and benefit from the nearby location and UP's good road and industrial network.

Statements by CNH Leaders

Gerrit Marx, CEO, said: "India is playing an increasingly strategic role within CNH's global manufacturing and technology ecosystem. The groundbreaking of our new facility at YEIDA marks an important step in expanding our manufacturing footprint and strengthening our ability to serve customers in India and around the world. This investment reflects our confidence in India's manufacturing capabilities, engineering talent and long-term growth potential, while further strengthening the country's role in CNH's global operations."

Narinder Mittal, President of CNH India Region, said: "We are committed to bringing world class technology and innovation to Indian farmers, supporting mechanization and economic growth. Building on the legacy of our first tractor plant in Greater Noida, this new facility will strengthen and expand our existing footprint, leveraging proximity to our current operations and the state's strong connectivity and industrial ecosystem."

Technology and Green Plans for the Plant

CNH says the plant is being planned around digital tools and automation, with a focus on cleaner manufacturing.

• Robotics and AI-Based Quality Checks: The plant will use robotics, automation and AI-powered quality systems. CNH says these will help make production faster, more accurate and better in quality.
• Eco-Friendly Manufacturing: The plant will also use renewable energy, water recycling, green logistics and waste recovery. The aim is to make production more efficient and less harmful to the environment.

What the Plant Means for Farmers and Local Industry

The project is also expected to benefit the local economy. CNH says it will strengthen the local supplier base, create jobs and open up more work in logistics, services and technology.

More Made-in-India Tractors

As more tractors are built in India, CNH plans to meet the growing demand from Indian farmers and also ship Made-in-India tractors to other countries.

About CNH

CNH is a global maker of agricultural and construction equipment. It works in more than 160 markets and has a team of over 34,000 people. Its agriculture brands are Case IH, New Holland and STEYR. The company reported revenue of $18.1 billion in 2025.