# BMW Group India President and CEO Hardeep Singh Brar said the ongoing West Asia conflict has started impacting shipments of some BMW cars.

*aerospace · news · 2026-05-07 · The Tribune*

## Key points

- BMW India faces shipment delays and increased waiting periods due to the West Asia conflict.
- If disruptions persist for more than two months, BMW's overall supply chain could be affected.
- The India-EU FTA, expected by 2028, will reduce import costs for luxury cars in India.
- BMW India's locally manufactured vehicles will see limited FTA benefits as 95% are already made in India.
- India's strong local supply chain may enable increased exports of automotive components to Europe under the FTA.

**Companies:** BMW Group
**Countries:** India, Europe

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