Lubrizol has announced plans to establish a Technology and Innovation Center in Maharashtra, India. The facility will focus on research and development, application development, and collaboration with customers.
The center will consolidate Lubrizol’s existing laboratory capabilities in the region and will include a Customer Experience Center. It will also feature analytical tools, automation, and digital technologies to support research and product development.
“The Technology and Innovation Center represents a significant commitment to our journey in the region,” said Bhavana Bindra, Managing Director for India, Middle East, and Africa at Lubrizol. “By bringing together expertise across multiple Lubrizol businesses, this facility will be a cornerstone of collaboration, automation, and technological advancement for our teams and all those we serve.”
Lubrizol has committed over USD 350 million in investments in India over the past two years. The company has also announced the construction of one of its largest manufacturing facilities globally and a collaboration for a CPVC resin plant. Additionally, it has expanded its manufacturing site in Dahej, Gujarat, and opened a Global Capability Center in Pune.
The new Technology and Innovation Center is expected to strengthen Lubrizol’s research and development presence in India, supporting emerging regulatory trends and industry demands.