Montra Electric has strengthened its presence in the industrial electric mobility segment with the deployment of seven E-45 electric tractors at Action TESA’s manufacturing facility in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The initiative marks another step towards expanding electric vehicle adoption beyond conventional transportation and agricultural applications into industrial material handling and factory logistics.
The deployment is aimed at helping Action TESA reduce its dependence on diesel-powered vehicles used for transporting materials and supporting day-to-day operations within its manufacturing facility.
According to the companies, the transition to electric tractors is expected to deliver significant environmental and financial benefits. Based on the anticipated operating conditions, the seven E-45 electric tractors could help Action TESA save approximately 50,000 litres of diesel annually and prevent around 131 tonnes of tailpipe CO₂ emissions every year.
The deployment is also projected to generate operating cost savings of approximately ₹40 lakh annually, highlighting the potential economic advantages of electrifying industrial transportation.
Montra Electric E-45 Tractors to Support Industrial Logistics
The E-45 electric tractors have been designed for industrial applications involving regular material movement, short-distance transportation and intra-facility logistics.
At Action TESA’s Visakhapatnam facility, the vehicles will be evaluated as alternatives to conventional diesel-powered tractors used for internal material handling.
The initial deployment will allow Action TESA to assess the vehicles’ operational performance, utilisation, reliability and suitability for its manufacturing requirements.
The company will also examine the potential for expanding electric tractor deployment across its operations in phases, depending on the results of the initial evaluation.
The initiative reflects growing interest among manufacturing companies in adopting electric mobility solutions to improve operational efficiency while reducing fuel consumption and environmental impact.
Action TESA Focuses on Sustainable Manufacturing Operations
Commenting on the development, Vivek Jain, Managing Director of Action TESA and a member of the Federation of Indian Plywood and Panel Industry (FIPPI), highlighted the importance of sustainability in the company’s manufacturing operations.
He stated that Action TESA is exploring solutions that can reduce its dependence on diesel without compromising the performance and reliability required for material-handling activities.
The introduction of Montra Electric’s E-45 tractors represents an important step towards achieving these objectives. The company will evaluate their operational capabilities and potential benefits in terms of fuel savings and reduced operating expenses.
Montra Electric Expands Its Industrial Electric Tractor Portfolio
Jalaj Gupta, Managing Director of Montra Electric, said that the MDF and plywood manufacturing industries offer considerable opportunities for electric tractor adoption, particularly in material handling and short-haul transportation.
He highlighted that manufacturers are increasingly looking for cleaner industrial solutions that deliver both environmental benefits and operational performance.
Through its association with Action TESA, Montra Electric aims to demonstrate how electric tractors can address practical industrial requirements while helping businesses transition away from diesel-powered equipment.
The company is also engaging with MDF and plywood manufacturers through vehicle deployments, demonstrations and operational evaluations to expand electric tractor adoption across the sector.
Montra Electric Reports 250 Electric Tractor Deployments
The latest deployment at Action TESA builds on Montra Electric’s growing presence in the industrial electric tractor market.
According to the company, it has deployed approximately 250 electric tractors across different variants and industries. These vehicles have collectively covered around 3.25 lakh kilometres and helped avoid an estimated 750 tonnes of tailpipe CO₂ emissions.
Beyond MDF and plywood manufacturing, Montra Electric is also exploring opportunities in industrial applications such as biomass handling and compressed biogas (CBG) operations.
These sectors involve regular material transportation and handling activities, creating opportunities for electric tractors to replace conventional diesel-powered equipment.
The deployment of seven E-45 electric tractors at Action TESA’s Visakhapatnam facility highlights the expanding role of electric mobility in India’s industrial ecosystem. With projected annual diesel savings of 50,000 litres, emissions reduction of 131 tonnes and operating cost savings of ₹40 lakh, the initiative could encourage more manufacturing companies to explore electric tractors for sustainable industrial logistics.
