Nissan opened its second manufacturing facility in Purwakarta, Indonesia, on Thursday, 8 May.
The plant cost JPY33bn (US$324m) and the company said it was a significant step forward for Nissan become a leading brand in the country.
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The 60,000 sq m facility includes body assembly, paint, trim and chassis operations. With the expansion, Nissan increases its production capacity in Indonesia from 100,000 units per year to 250,000 at full ramp-up. The new plant will generate up to an additional 3,000 jobs in the region.
Initial production will be dedicated to assembling Datsun vehicles for sale locally. Nissan regards Indonesia as a key strategic market with sales expected to reach more than 90,000 units this year.
Sales outlets will be increased from 100 to 130 during the year.
