Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd (Tata AutoComp) and Katcon Global have inked an alliance to provide exhaust systems for the Indian automotive industry.

To be headquartered in Pune, the 50:50 joint venture, will focus on designing and delivering innovative exhaust systems and emission after-treatment solutions for passenger cars, utility vehicles, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, buses, farm tractors and off-road vehicles.

The product offering will include solutions for both the hot-end and cold-end of the exhaust system like catalytic converters, diesel particulate filters, selective catalytic reduction, mufflers and silencer modules, a statement said.

These solutions are designed to meet Euro 5 and Euro 6 norms.

Ajay Tandon, MD & CEO, Tata AutoComp, said: “This partnership with Katcon will expand our portfolio to now bring the latest in exhaust and emission after treatment solutions to the Indian automotive industry.”

The combination of Katcon’s expertise in exhaust systems and emission after-treatment and Tata AutoComp’s knowledge of the Indian market provides both companies an opportunity for growth and serve the emerging needs of the Indian automotive industry, Carlos Turner, CEO of Katcon Global, added.