Skoda Auto Volkswagen India becomes leading automobile exporter at Mumbai port

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has received the ‘Automobile: Top Exporter’ award for FY2025-26 from the Mumbai Port Authority. The company exported over 40,000 vehicles through Mumbai Port during this fiscal year. This recognition highlights India's increasing importance in Volkswagen Group’s global export strategy.

Key Highlights

• SAVWIPL exported over 40,000 vehicles through Mumbai Port in FY2025-26
• The company has shipped more than 725,000 vehicles from India to over 40 international markets
• Current exports include Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus plus Skoda Kushaq and Slavia models
• Mumbai Port remains a key hub for SAVWIPL’s global export operations

Export Milestone and Recognition

The Mumbai Port Authority presented the award at its Business Conclave with Partners. SAVWIPL’s export operations use Mumbai Port as a key hub for shipments to international markets. The company confirmed that Mumbai Port supports vehicle exports to Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and North America.

This latest award follows a similar recognition for FY2023-24. SAVWIPL has exported more than 725,000 vehicles from India to over 40 international markets as part of its ongoing export program. Amit Madan, Vice President – Logistics Region India, accepted the award on behalf of the company. Dr. M. Angamuthu, Chairperson, and Adesh Titarmare, Deputy Chairperson of the Mumbai Port Authority, presented the award.

Current Export Operations

SAVWIPL currently exports the Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus, as well as the Skoda Kushaq and Slavia models. The company is also increasing exports of parts and components to support local assembly in selected international markets. SAVWIPL continues to assess new export opportunities, including recent expansion into Sri Lanka.

Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO of SAVWIPL, stated that the company’s manufacturing ecosystem in India now serves as a global export base for the Volkswagen Group. He emphasized the company’s commitment to strengthening India’s role within the Group’s worldwide production and supply network.

Strategic Importance of Mumbai Port

Mumbai Port remains central to SAVWIPL’s export network. The port enables efficient vehicle dispatches to a wide range of overseas destinations. The company’s reliance on Mumbai Port underscores its significance in India’s automotive export sector.

SAVWIPL’s continued export growth and recognition from the Mumbai Port Authority reflect the company’s role in supporting India’s position as a major automotive exporter. The company’s export strategy includes both fully built vehicles and components, helping to expand its international footprint.

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CarBike 360 Says

This recognition by the Mumbai Port Authority underscores Skoda Auto Volkswagen India’s strong export strategy and manufacturing excellence. As global demand for India-made vehicles continues to rise, the company’s achievement highlights its growing international footprint while reinforcing India’s position as a key automotive export hub in the global market.