Edited by Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre in Mahindra City, near Chennai with the launch of sculpture models designed by Lawrence Van Den Acker, Chief Design Officer and Menkatram, Country CEO and MD, Renault India’s M Venkatram and Renault Design Team | Photo Credit: Bijoy Ghosh
French automaker Renault has announced the Renault Design Centre Chennai (RDCC), the largest design facility outside France, located on the Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre Indian campus in Mahindra city, near Chennai.
The new facility will be responsible for designing all five Renault models scheduled to be launched in India over the next two years. The studio currently employs more than 30 design professionals.
“India is a unique and complex market shaped by the preferences of local consumers. Establishing a dedicated design studio here is essential to truly understand these dynamics and create relevant solutions.” “Chennai Studios will not only focus on India-specific concepts and models, but also contribute to global projects under the Renault Group’s umbrella.”
“We are proud to be Europe’s most Indian,” said Venkatram Mamirapal, country CEO and managing director of Renault India operations. “From our large R&D centres to our robust manufacturing footprint and deep localized supply chain, Renault has built strong roots in India. The new Chennai Design Centre has added yet another dimension to this foundation, bringing the Renault International Game Plan 2027.”
The company’s design journey in India began with studios in Pune and Mumbai and is now integrated into new cutting-edge Chennai facilities.
“We are expanding our Indian design team and working closely with stakeholders across the automotive ecosystem across the nation,” added Vanden Acker. “This will enable us to provide products that resonate deeply with Indian consumers while strengthening Renault’s global innovation pipeline.”
Renault already operates one of Chennai’s largest global R&D centres, with nearly 10,000 engineers contributing to both local and international projects. The company also actively exports components within India for use in vehicles manufactured around the world.
Released on April 22, 2025
