Silox Group has inaugurated a new Research & Innovation Centre (RIC) in Vadodara, Gujarat, with an initial investment of approximately €2 million. The facility is expected to be fully operational by the second quarter of 2025. This development aligns with the company’s recent acquisition of a 35-acre greenfield industrial site at Payal Industrial Park in Dahej, Gujarat, intended to support future growth and sustainable development.
The RIC will focus on fundamental research areas such as product circularity, sustainability improvements, and the development of recycling technologies for critical metals. It will also function as an incubation center to support the development of new products and applications for emerging market demands. Silox India Private Limited, a joint venture between Silox Group and Transpek Industry Limited, specializes in inorganic chemistry and manufactures various chemicals used in sectors such as automotive, textiles, pulp and paper, coatings, and new energy vehicles.
The company operates three manufacturing sites in India, located in Atladra and Ekalbara in Vadodara, Gujarat, and Silvassa in the Union Territory. These facilities are equipped with contemporary technologies and infrastructure, focusing on continual improvement to enhance cost competitiveness and product quality. The manufacturing operations are complemented by a quality assurance system and well-defined Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) protocols.
In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, Silox India has contemporary Research and Development (R&D) facilities recognized by the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR) under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. The R&D department focuses on innovative initiatives, developing new product streams, processes, and applications. The infrastructure includes a state-of-the-art laboratory and a dedicated pilot plant for new product initiatives.
These strategic developments underscore Silox Group’s commitment to expanding its presence in India and enhancing its research and manufacturing capabilities to serve both domestic and global markets.