Snapshot

• Why Vadodara–Ankleshwar is iconic:
  The Vadodara–Ankleshwar industrial belt in Gujarat is one of India’s largest electrical equipment manufacturing clusters, with strengths in power cables, transformers, switchgear, and electrical engineering services.
  Anchored by public sector giants (BHEL, ABB India, Siemens, GE T&D) and hundreds of MSMEs, the region has evolved into a strategic hub for power generation and transmission infrastructure, serving domestic and export markets.
  Vadodara also houses India’s largest transformer manufacturing capacity, while Ankleshwar is an industrial corridor for cable production and electrical components.
  
• Global Positioning:
  This cluster supports India’s power grid, renewable energy projects, and export of cables and electrical products to Africa, Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
  

Product Range

Category	Key Products
Power & Control Cables	XLPE cables, PVC-insulated cables, armoured cables
Transformers	Distribution transformers, power transformers (up to 765 kV)
Switchgear & Panels	Circuit breakers, relays, HT/LT panels
Conductors	ACSR, AAAC, and HTLS conductors
Instrumentation Cables	Thermocouple, control, and signal cables
Renewable Energy Components	Solar cables, wind power connectors
Industrial Wiring Solutions	Cables for chemical plants, refineries, and railways

Cluster Strengths

Feature	Details
Power Equipment Leadership	Gujarat supplies a large portion of India’s transformers and cables
Industrial Ecosystem	Home to ABB, Siemens, GE T&D, Polycab, KEI, BHEL, Apar Industries
Export Hub	Major exporter of cables, switchgear, and electrical accessories
Strategic Location	Close to ports (Dahej, Hazira, Mundra) and chemical-industrial hubs
Testing Infrastructure	CPRI-certified labs and NABL-accredited cable and transformer test facilities

Materials & Sustainability

• Materials Used: Copper, aluminum, XLPE, PVC compounds, steel tapes, transformer-grade silicon steel, insulating oils
  
• Innovation:
  
  • High-voltage cable manufacturing (up to 400kV)
    
  • Smart transformers with IoT-enabled monitoring
    
  • Flame-retardant, low-smoke, halogen-free cables for safety
    
• Sustainability Initiatives:
  
  • Green manufacturing (RoHS-compliant) cable and transformer units
    
  • Transformer oil recycling plants
    
  • Solar rooftop-powered factories and effluent treatment facilities
    

Cluster Infrastructure

• Industrial Zones:
  
  • Vadodara GIDC (Makarpura, Nandesari): Electrical engineering and transformer units
    
  • Ankleshwar GIDC: Cable manufacturing and chemical-based insulation processing
    
  • Dahej SEZ: Logistics hub for exports
    
• Institutions:
  
  • Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) Vadodara Unit for certification
    
  • Electrical Research and Development Association (ERDA) – NABL testing facilities
    
  • GIDC & Industrial Associations supporting MSMEs
    
• Connectivity: Access to Mundra, Dahej, Hazira Ports, NH48, and DFC freight corridor
  

Compliance & Certifications

Certification	Details
IS Standards	IS 7098, IS 694 for cables; IS 1180 for transformers
IEC Standards	IEC 60502, IEC 60076 for international exports
ISO 9001/14001/45001	Quality, environmental, and safety certifications
CPRI Certification	Mandatory for electrical equipment in India
RoHS/REACH Compliance	For cables and eco-friendly products

Production Timelines & MOQs

Product Type	Sampling Lead Time	Bulk Lead Time	MOQ Guidance
Power Cables	1–2 weeks	4–6 weeks	5 km+ per type
Distribution Transformers	2–3 weeks	6–8 weeks	10+ units
High Voltage Transformers	4–6 weeks	8–12 weeks	Project-based
Switchgear Panels	2 weeks	6–8 weeks	Custom projects

Branding & Packaging

• Branding: Cable drum labeling with QR traceability, laser engraving on transformers, OEM/private label manufacturing
  
• Packaging: Wooden drums, steel reels, moisture-proof wrapping for cables; crated packing for transformers
  
• Marketing Narrative:
  “Vadodara–Ankleshwar: India’s power and cable capital, supplying world-class transformers, high-voltage cables, and energy solutions to global markets.”
  

Quality Control (IndiaUnbox Protocol)

• Cable QC: Conductor resistance testing, high-voltage insulation tests, flame tests
  
• Transformer QC: Oil dielectric strength tests, impulse testing, partial discharge analysis
  
• Panel QC: Routine and type testing at CPRI labs
  
• Export QC: ISTA-certified packaging, IEC standard compliance
  

Price Drivers

• Copper and aluminum price volatility
  
• Insulation materials (XLPE, PVC) and oil costs
  
• Voltage class and testing requirements
  
• Customization for renewable/industrial applications
  
• Export logistics (proximity to ports helps cost competitiveness)
  

Buyer Confidence Signals

• National Electrical Hub: Gujarat is home to India’s largest cable and transformer plants
  
• Global Certification: IEC, ISO, RoHS compliance for export markets
  
• Cluster Ecosystem: Integrated supply chain from conductor to final assembly
  
• Testing Excellence: CPRI and ERDA accredited testing labs for every product type
  
• Policy Backing: Supported by Gujarat Industrial Policy and Make in India initiatives