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mobility systems. India still has relatively low elevator penetration buildings, as well as advanced systems designed for high-rise
compared with many developed economies, indicating and mixed-use projects where space efficiency, ride comfort and
significant headroom for future growth as urban density increases. reliability are critical. In the escalator and moving walk segment,
From a technology standpoint, the industry is clearly shifting from we offer heavy-duty solutions engineered for continuous operation
a volume-driven model to a value-driven ecosystem. Developers in demanding environments such as metro stations, airports, malls
and building owners are increasingly prioritising reliability, uptime, and transport hubs.
lifecycle performance, safety and sustainability alongside A key strength of TK Elevator in India is our strong ‘Make in
initial costs — driving stronger adoption of IoT-enabled systems, India’ focus. A significant part of our product portfolio is locally
predictive maintenance platforms, intelligent traffic management manufactured and engineered to meet Indian operating
and energy-efficient designs. Solutions like TK Elevator’s MAX conditions, usage patterns and regulatory requirements. Our India-
platform directly address this shift by enabling condition-based specific product lines are designed to deliver the right balance
maintenance that reduces unplanned downtime and enhances of performance, durability and cost efficiency, while maintaining
user experience. global TK Elevator quality and safety standards. Localisation also
Sustainability and compliance are also central to decision- enables faster project execution, better supply-chain resilience
making in 2025–26. Energy-efficient drive systems, regenerative and responsive service support across the country.
technologies and smart controls are increasingly expected as From a technology perspective, TK Elevator continues to deliver
standard, aligned with green building norms and long-term game-changing innovations that go beyond conventional
operating cost optimisation. In parallel, improved safety standards hardware. Our MAX digital solutions platform is a cornerstone of this
and accessibility expectations are shaping regulatory frameworks strategy, transforming maintenance into a predictive, condition-
and customer priorities. based model using real-time data and advanced analytics. This
Overall, the Indian elevators and escalators market in 2025–26 is significantly improves equipment availability, enhances safety
expanding both in scale and sophistication. For TK Elevator, this and reduces unplanned downtime—critical benefits for Indian
represents a significant opportunity to combine global innovation buildings with high passenger intensity.
expertise with locally relevant solutions that support India’s journey We have also introduced intelligent traffic and destination
toward smarter, safer and more sustainable cities. management solutions that optimise passenger flow and reduce
waiting times, especially in high-density commercial and mixed-
Tell us about your product portfolio of elevators & escalators. use developments. Complementing this are modern car designs,
Detail us on the Game changing technology/products intuitive interfaces and touchless operating features that enhance
developed by your company. passenger comfort, hygiene and accessibility.
TK Elevator’s product portfolio is built around modularity, Overall, TK Elevator’s portfolio in India reflects a strong combination
performance and adaptability, enabling us to serve a wide of local manufacturing, application-driven product design and
spectrum of Indian building requirements—from residential and digital innovation—supporting the country’s urban growth while
commercial developments to high-traffic public infrastructure. Our aligning with national initiatives such as Make in India and the
elevator range includes solutions optimised for low- and mid-rise push toward smarter, more sustainable cities.

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