Heritage on Wheels: Tracing the History of Cycling Excellence
The beginnings were small offering classic example of the enterprising Punjabi spirit. In the early days of the country’s independence post partition in 1947, the legendary Pahwa Brothers dreamt of providing the common man an affordable means of mobility.
They started with a bicycle saddles and brakes manufacturing unit in 1948 and set off on a long and arduous journey.
Unmatched Cycling Legacy: Decades of Innovation and Excellence
1952 :: Established by three brothers
Established by three brothers Sh.Hansraj Pahwa, Jagat Singh Pahwa and Sh. Sohan Lal Pahwa. India received first batch of Avon bicycles, the common man's savari, at economical price of Rs.100.1950 - 1960
1965 :: Bicycles to Afghanistan and IRAN
Marks overseas presence with the export of its bicycles to Afghanistan and IRAN.1960 - 1970
1974 :: Bicycle Rim, Chain, Freewheel
Established new manufacturing facility for Bicycle Rim, Chain, Freewheel.
1975 :: ISI Certification
First to obtain ISI certification for manufacture of major bicycle components.
1978 :: Phosphate, Electrostatic Paint Plant
Commissioned advanced Phosphate, Electrostatic Paint Plant.1970 - 1980
1980 :: Bicycle like BMX in India
First brand to launch innovative bicycle like BMX in India.
1982 :: Cold roller stamp mill Precision Steel tube Hot rolled mill installed
Cold roller stamp mill Precision Steel tube Hot rolled mill installed1980 - 1990
1993 :: Plant Expansion
Plant Expansion with additional 24000 Sq. Meter
1999 :: ISO 9001:2005 Certification
ISO 9001:2005 Certification completed successfully.1990 - 2000
2000 :: Mata Kaushalya Devi Pahwa Charitable Hospital
Mata Kaushalya Devi Pahwa Charitable Hospital et up in Ludhiana.
2002 :: Avon Cycles celebrates its Golden Jubilee
Avon Cycles celebrates its Golden Jubilee, Achieves Unique record of supplying 10 mn bicycles to state governments in India.
2003 :: Robotics Dip Brazing machine installed
Robotics Dip Brazing machine installed
2007 :: Solar and wind power projects
Solar and wind power projects set up on Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar & Karnataka. Launch of E World of Avon-electric mobility arm for electric scooters and rickshaws.2000 - 2010
2013 :: Avon Fitness Machines Launches
Avon Fitness Machines Launches with over 400 products across sports and fitness categories.2010 - 2020
2021 :: Becomes third largest player in domestic market of the Indian bicycle industry.
2.5 million bicycles across 150 models manufactured every year. Strong market presence in Africa. Mexico, South Asia, UAE, and parts of Europe. Robotics Mig Welding machines for Fork
2022 :: Expansion of G.T.Road plant
Expansion of G.T.Road plant with additional 24000 Sq. Meter.2020 - 2030
Crafted with Precision: Our Cycling Production Process
The Company’s Head Office and two manufacturing units are conveniently located on the G.T. Road at Ludhiana, a buzzing industrial city in the northern state of Punjab. With the production capacity of over 10000 bicycles per day with the existing resources, a new plant is scheduled to be operational soon at Neelon (near Ludhiana). This plant will manufacture aluminum frames, steel frames and complete bicycles.
The intention behind establishing this state-of-the-art plant is to deliver mass premium and high-end cycles, factoring in the current and the future demand across the country.
Pedaling for a Better World: Our Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility
The Company’s CSR initiatives are inspired by the opportunity to contribute towards sustainable future and its nourishment. The Company’s Corporate Strategy ensures inculcating social developments as an integral part of its business enterprise and to contribute to make substantial improvements in the social framework of the nearby community.
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The Company’s Head Office and two manufacturing units are conveniently located on the G.T. Road at Ludhiana, a buzzing industrial city in the northern state of Punjab.
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