UltraTech, one of the leading cement manufacturers, has recently announced a significant investment of Rs 13,000 crore. This investment aims to increase the company’s production capacity by 21.9 million tonnes per annum in the third phase of its growth. Upon completion, UltraTech’s total capacity will reach 182 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). The decision was made by the board of the Aditya Birla Group, the flagship firm of UltraTech.
The approved third phase of growth will involve a mix of brownfield and greenfield projects. UltraTech plans to set up four greenfield and four brownfield plants, along with four greenfield bulk terminals, to achieve its expansion goals. These new capacities are expected to begin commercial production in a phased manner from the fiscal year 2026 onwards, ultimately increasing UltraTech’s cement capacity to 187 MTPA globally.
Highlighting the significance of this investment, Kumar Mangalam Birla, the Chairman of Aditya Birla Group, emphasized UltraTech’s commitment to India’s growth story. He stated that over the past seven years, UltraTech has strategically invested over Rs 50,000 crore to support India’s evolving infrastructure landscape. This fresh commitment of Rs 13,000 crore further underscores their belief in India’s economic potential and their dedication to fulfilling the nation’s infrastructure needs.
With this expansion, UltraTech Cement will become one of the strongest players in various regions across India. The company’s capacity will be as follows: 35.5 MTPA in the south, 40.4 MTPA in the east, 36.2 MTPA in the north, 35.7 MTPA in the central region, and 33.8 MTPA in the west.
It is worth noting that UltraTech Cement is the third largest cement producer globally, excluding China. The company currently has a consolidated grey cement capacity of 137.85 MTPA.
This significant investment by UltraTech Cement further solidifies its position as a key player in the cement industry, demonstrating its commitment to India’s growth trajectory. With its expanded production capacity, UltraTech is poised to meet the rising demand for cement in the country and contribute to the development of critical infrastructure such as housing and roads.
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