German Machinery Exports to India to Soar 10-15% by 2026: VDMA

• German machinery exports to India are projected to grow by 10-15% in 2026, especially after the India-EU free trade agreement.
• Shipments of German machinery to India were approximately 4 billion euros in 2025.
• German technology imports are crucial for India's manufacturing transformation, aiming for 25% GDP contribution by 2047.
• The EU-India FTA will enable European manufacturers to establish production bases in India, leveraging it as an export hub.
• Germany is India’s largest trading partner in the EU, with bilateral trade reaching nearly USD 30 billion in FY 2024-25.