JSW Group has acquired two copper mines in Jharkhand through a competitive bidding process with Hindustan Copper, marking its entry into the non-ferrous metals sector. The mines, currently in the exploration phase, have a combined capacity of three million tonnes per annum (MTPA) and will require an estimated two years to become operational. As part […]
German-based ECKART, a manufacturer of effect pigments, has announced a joint venture with India-based Runaya to build a production facility in Odisha, India. The plant will produce spherical atomized aluminum granules, which are used in industries such as aerospace, solar panels, and high-value effect pigments. The facility will focus on sustainable manufacturing practices, including the […]
ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel (AM/NS) India has initiated the production of its patented Zinc-Aluminium-Magnesium-coated steel product, Optigal, in India as part of its broader expansion efforts. This development comes amid a ₹60,000 crore investment in the first phase of expansion at the company’s Hazira facility. The product, which was previously available only in global markets, debuted […]
Tata Steel has operationalized an all-women shift at its Noamundi Iron Mine, marking a development in workforce diversification in the mining sector. The shift includes women employees handling all mining activities, such as operating heavy earth-moving machinery (HEMM) and performing supervisory roles. The move is part of Tata Steel’s “Women@Mines” and “Tejaswini” initiatives, which aim […]
The Ministry of Steel has introduced a Taxonomy of Green Steel, aiming to standardize the definition and assessment of low-emission steel in India. The taxonomy was launched during an event at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, on December 12, 2024, with officials from various ministries, industry representatives, and international delegates in attendance. The taxonomy defines green […]
LGSF Engineering Solutions has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility for Light Gauge Steel Framing (LGSF) in Bengaluru. This facility is designed to cater to the growing demand for LGSF solutions, particularly in South India. According to the company, the unit aims to produce precision-engineered steel framing components intended to reduce construction timelines and improve material […]
Reddy Pai Metals has launched an aluminium foundry in India, enhancing its production capacity and ability to manufacture high-quality metal products from recycled materials. This facility aligns with the company’s ongoing focus on sustainability and efficient resource management. Founded in 2007, Reddy Pai Metals specializes in scrap metal recycling and trade. Initially focusing on supplying […]
John Cockerill India Limited (JCIL) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) to explore joint initiatives aimed at advancing solutions for the steel industry in India. The agreement was formalized during a signing ceremony held in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The collaboration seeks to leverage technological expertise to address […]
Vardhman Special Steels Limited (VSSL) will invest ₹1,750 crore in a greenfield special alloy steel manufacturing plant in Punjab. The facility, which will use an electric arc furnace for production, is designed for an annual output of 5 lakh tonnes of special alloy steel. The project, developed in partnership with Japan’s Aichi Steel Corporation, aims […]
Vesuvius has inaugurated alumina-silica and basic monolithic refractory manufacturing facilities in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, adding 250,000 tonnes of annual production capacity. These plants will serve the iron and steel industries, producing materials essential for manufacturing processes. The development follows the commissioning of Vesuvius’s Mould Flux plant earlier this year and is part of the company’s […]