Lanxess has strengthened its presence in India with the commissioning of a new blending facility at its Jhagadia manufacturing site in Gujarat. The development, forming the first phase of a broader expansion plan, involves an investment of approximately Rs 150 crore.
The newly operational unit is designed to produce a wide portfolio of specialty lubricant additives, catering not only to domestic demand but also to markets across the Middle East and other global regions. The facility has been developed with a focus on operational safety, energy optimisation, and environmentally responsible manufacturing practices.
In parallel, the company has entered into a strategic understanding with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd to introduce advanced lubricant technologies in India. The collaboration is expected to support applications across sectors such as metalworking, refrigeration, and railway systems, particularly in brake fluid solutions.
As part of its broader India strategy, Lanxess has also initiated third-party manufacturing for its Lubricant Additives business unit, signalling an expanded role in the country’s lubrication solutions segment. This move builds on the earlier establishment of an Application Technology Centre in Thane, reinforcing the company’s integrated approach to manufacturing and technical support in the region.
With this addition, the blending plant becomes the 13th production facility globally for the business unit, underlining Lanxess’s continued investment in scaling its specialty chemicals operations in key growth markets like India.