What Menon Bearings does

Menon Bearings Limited (NSE: MENONBE), founded in 1991 by Ram Menon and headquartered in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, is a publicly listed Indian manufacturer of precision-engineered critical engine components — principally bimetallic engine bearings, bushes, thrust washers, and flange bearings. The company operates through three core subsidiaries: Menon Bearings Ltd. (bearings), Menon Alkop Ltd. (aluminium die-castings via high-pressure and gravity die casting), and Menon Brakes Ltd. (asbestos-free brake linings and pads for LCV/HCV). Manufacturing is anchored on a proprietary powder metallurgy (sintering) process for bi-metal strips, executed across five manufacturing plants on 27 acres with bi-metal bearing capacity of 580 lakh units, and governed by IATF 16949 quality management.

The company's go-to-market is a direct B2B sales-led model supplying global OEMs in automotive (commercial vehicles, two-wheelers, three-wheelers), agricultural equipment, and industrial and heavy engineering sectors. Named customers include International Tractors, Meritor, and Porsche. Exports to over 24 countries contribute approximately 35% of revenue, with management targeting 37% by FY27 and active USA market expansion. No single customer contributes more than 10-12% of business, indicating a diversified customer base. Revenue mechanisms are quote-based B2B contracts rather than disclosed pricing tiers.

FY25-26 consolidated revenue was ₹293.81 crore (22.79% YoY growth) with PAT of ₹38.25 crore (53.41% YoY growth), and Q1 FY27 revenue grew 36.57% YoY. The company is promoter-controlled (~71% holding), has near-zero Net Debt to Equity, and reports ROCE of 18-19% and ROE of 16-17%. Strategic priorities include expansion into EV components (via the Porsche partnership) and Indian Railways components, supported by a planned ₹30-40 crore capex. The company underwent a leadership change in March 2026 with Arun Aradhye appointed as Managing Director following R.D. Dixit's resignation.

Name

Menon Bearings

Legal name

Menon Bearings Limited

Website

https://menonbearings.in

Company type

Public

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Menon Bearings Limited (NSE: MENONBE) is an Indian manufacturer of precision bimetallic engine bearings, bushes, thrust washers, and flange bearings, produced via powder metallurgy for automotive, agricultural, and industrial OEMs across 24+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Engine Bearings & Automotive Components

NAICS

Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing (332991), Motor Vehicle Brake System Manufacturing (33634), Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363)

SIC

Ball & Roller Bearings (3562)

akta.pro primary industry

Wheel Hubs, Bearings & Knuckles (Hubs/Bearings/Spindles/Knuckles) (IMACAIAI)

Keywords

• Engine bearings manufacturing
• Powder metallurgy sintering
• Automotive components supplier
• Aluminium die castings
• Brake linings production

Headquarters

HQ city

Kolhapur

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Auto Component Manufacturing: Revenue generated from manufacturing and selling precision engine bearings, bushes, thrust washers, flange bearings, and aluminium die-castings. The company operates through three core operating entities: Menon Bearings Ltd., Menon Alkop Ltd., and Menon Brakes Ltd.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Menon Bearings designs and manufactures precision-engineered critical engine components — including engine bearings, engine bushings, thrust washers, and flange bearings — using bimetallic and PTFE-coated technologies for automotive, commercial vehicle, agricultural, and industrial OEM customers. Through its subsidiaries Menon Alkop Ltd. and Menon Brakes Ltd., the company also produces aluminium alloy die-castings and asbestos-free brake linings/pads/shoes for LCV and HCV applications. Products are manufactured across 5 plants in Kolhapur using powder metallurgy (sintering) processes under IATF 16949 quality management.

Product overview

Menon Bearings operates as a manufacturing company offering precision-engineered engine components across two primary product lines: (1) Core bearing products including engine bearings, engine bushings, thrust washers, and flange bearings, all manufactured using bimetallic and PTFE-coated technologies; (2) Subsidiary brands including Menon Alkop (aluminium die-castings) and Menon Brakes (asbestos-free brake linings and brake pads for LCV and HCV). The company operates 5 manufacturing plants on 27 acres with capacity reaching 580 lakh units for Bi-Metal bearings, serving automotive, agriculture, industrial, and heavy engineering sectors across 24+ countries with exports contributing approximately 35% of revenue.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Menon Alkop: Aluminium die-castings division producing critical and fully machined aluminium alloy components using high-pressure and gravity die casting technologies
• Menon Brakes

Products and services

• Engine Bearings High-performance bimetallic bearings designed for automotive engines, compressors, and industrial machinery, meeting stringent OEM requirements and manufactured via powder metallurgy (sintering) processes.
• Engine Bushings Precision-engineered bushes for engine applications, including PTFE-coated bushings, catering to automotive and industrial requirements.
• Thrust Washers Precision thrust washers engineered for engine and industrial machinery applications.
• Flange Bearings Flange bearings for automotive and industrial applications requiring robust load-bearing solutions.
• Menon Alkop Aluminium Die-Castings Aluminium die-castings produced by Menon Alkop Ltd., including critical and fully machined aluminium alloy components using high-pressure and gravity die casting technologies for automotive and industrial applications.
• Menon Brakes Brake Linings and Pads Asbestos-free brake linings, brake pads, and riveted brake shoes for light and heavy commercial vehicles, produced by Menon Brakes Ltd.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• PorschecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMenon Bearings is expanding into the EV segment by supplying components to Porsche. This represents a strategic move into electric vehicle powertrain components and luxury automotive market.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Bharat Forge: Large Indian auto component manufacturer with auto and industrial forgings plus emerging EV exposure. Comparable on Indian OEM relationships and export orientation.
• SKF India: Subsidiary of the global bearings leader, offering an extensive bearings and seals portfolio across automotive and industrial segments. Competes with Menon on premium OEM accounts with broader product breadth.
• Timken India: Indian arm of Timken, producing bearings and power transmission components for automotive, rail, and industrial markets. Comparable on bearings manufacturing and aftermarket exposure.
• Daido Metal: Japanese specialist in plain bearings and bushings for automotive and industrial applications. Direct competition on engine bearings technology globally.
• Schaeffler India: Indian operations of Schaeffler, a global motion technology supplier of bearings, clutch, and chassis components. Competes with Menon across automotive OEM and aftermarket channels.
• Aisin Seiki (Aisin Group): Japanese auto component manufacturer producing drivetrain, brake, and engine components including bearings. Compares to Menon on engine component technology and global OEM supply.
• Federal-Mogul Goetze (Tenneco): Indian engine bearings and pistons manufacturer owned by Tenneco. Closest direct competition to Menon in the Indian engine bearings segment.

Direct peers

• NRB Bearings: Indian manufacturer of needle and other bearings for automotive and industrial applications. Most direct Indian comparable by product (bearings) and end-market overlap with Menon.
• Sundaram Fasteners: Indian auto component manufacturer producing high-tensile fasteners, powder metallurgy parts, and radiator caps. Overlaps with Menon on powder metallurgy capabilities and automotive OEM customer base.

Regional players

• Endurance Technologies: Indian auto component manufacturer focused on aluminium die-castings, suspensions, and brake systems. Comparable to Menon's Menon Alkop and Menon Brakes subsidiaries on technology and customer base.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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