Nuvoco Vista Approves Bulk Cement Terminal In Gujarat

21 Apr 2026 CW Team

Nuvoco Vista Corporation Ltd said its board has approved the setting up of a bulk cement terminal at Viramgam, Sachana in Gujarat. The proposed terminal will have a handling capacity of around one point five million tonnes per annum (mn tpa) and will include a dedicated railway siding. The facility is intended to improve unloading, storage and dispatch of both loose and packed cement.

The company said the rail connectivity and streamlined logistics are expected to position the terminal as a key distribution hub for the Gujarat market. The installation is aimed at reducing transit times and improving inventory turns while supporting distribution to trade and retail channels. The investment is presented as part of the company’s broader network optimisation.

The company indicated the project is expected to be commissioned by the financial year 2027-28. Nuvoco reported its highest-ever consolidated sales volume of 20.4 mn t in the year, representing a five per cent year-on-year rise. The firm said revenue and profitability also reached record levels, supported by improved realisations and operational efficiencies.

The premium product mix continued to strengthen and contributed 43 per cent to overall sales while the trade segment accounted for 74 per cent. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation saw a 35 per cent year-on-year increase for the full year. For the fourth quarter consolidated volume stood at six mn t, with EBITDA up six per cent year-on-year, making it the company’s most profitable quarter.

Nuvoco Vista Corporation Ltd is described as one of India’s leading cement and concrete manufacturers with a consolidated capacity of 25 mn tpa. The company offers cement, ready-mix concrete and other building materials and intends to use the Viramgam terminal to strengthen its regional presence.

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