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Investment13 Aug 2026, 05:31 pm

DCW Ltd Approves ₹250 Cr Investment for Capacity Expansion

AI Summary

DCW Ltd's Project Management Committee has approved an investment plan of approximately ₹250 crore over the next 2-3 years. This investment will focus on expanding Synthetic Iron Oxide Pigments (SIOP) capacity from 30,000 MT to 45,000 MT through a two-phase expansion, with Phase 1 expected by Q4 FY28. Additionally, improvements to the Sahupuram Power Plant are planned by Q4 FY28 to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. The overall objective is to strengthen the Pigment portfolio, increase sales, improve competitiveness, and expand market presence domestically and internationally.

Key Highlights

  • ₹250 crore investment planned over 2-3 years.
  • SIOP capacity to increase from 30,000 MT to 45,000 MT.
  • Phase 1 SIOP expansion targeted for completion by Q4 FY28.
  • Sahupuram Power Plant improvements also by Q4 FY28.
  • Investment aims to boost competitiveness and market presence.