The Indian e2W startup, Ather Energy, announced its partnership with Bharat FIH, a Foxconn Technology Group company, to develop and manufacture key components for its scooters.
The startup aims to enhance the manufacturing ecosystem with this partnership to meet the strong demand for its flagship products, the Ather 450X and the 450 Plus.
According to a press release from the e2W maker, Bharat FIH will offer a host of manufacturing services, including printed circuit board assemblies for battery management systems, dashboard assembly, peripheral controlling units and drive control modules.
Furthermore, these products will be manufactured on a ‘Turn-Key” model, including managing the supply chain logistics and raw material procurement for EV maker. Bharat FIH has begun the production of parts for Ather scooters at their facility, the release added.
Tarun Mehta, Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, Ather Energy, said, “We are working towards strengthening our supply chain to cater to the rising demand for our scooters. This partnership also reflects the opportunities that large auto component manufacturers today recognise in the EV industry.”
Josh Foulger, Managing Director, Bharat FIH, said, “With electronics being a significant integral part of an intelligent electric vehicle, we look forward to extending our electronics manufacturing services and technical expertise for the entire range of Ather’s electric scooter offering.”
Ather said it has built a strong local supplier base, with 99% of the products being indigenously built and sourced for manufacturing.