On Thursday, 23rd June 2022, Swedish automotive major Volvo Group announced the launch of its first ‘green casting’ developed and sourced from India that will be used for its engines globally. The group said in a statement, that the green castings from India will include bearing cups and bearing housing for select Volvo engines.
The group also said that Brakes India, will produce these castings by utilizing scrap, alloys, and raw materials that are 100 percent radioactive elements free. Also, it includes recycling 100 per cent metallic scrap generated by other industries to manufacture a usable product.
Volvo Group India President and Managing Director Kamal Bali said that their intention is to create an environment that is safe and sustainable for future generations. This launch of Green Casting has the potential to kick-start a revolution in the casting manufacturing process for a sustainable future.
