Nuvoco Vistas to Expand Cement Capacity in the East

02 Sep 2025 CW Team

Nuvoco Vistas Corp, one of India’s leading building materials companies and the fifth largest cement producer by capacity, has announced expansion plans in the East as part of its growth strategy.

The company will enhance its cement grinding capacity by 4 MMTPA through a new mill at the Arasmeta Cement Plant, along with debottlenecking projects at Jojobera, Panagarh, and Odisha plants. The capacity additions will be phased, with ~1 MMTPA expected in Q3 FY2025-26, another ~2 MMTPA by the end of FY2025-26, and the remaining ~1 MMTPA during FY2026-27. These upgrades will increase Nuvoco’s capacity in the region by over 20 per cent, from 19 MMTPA to 23 MMTPA.

In addition, the company has completed several projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and competitiveness. Key developments include a new coal unloading and clinker loading system at the Sonadih Cement Plant, reducing rake handling time by nearly 50 per cent, and a railway siding at the Odisha Plant, enabling smoother logistics and access to new markets. These measures are expected to lower costs, improve utilisation, and strengthen the company’s footprint across Eastern Madhya Pradesh, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Odisha.

Commenting on the announcement, Jayakumar Krishnaswamy, Managing Director, Nuvoco Vistas Corp, said, “With cement demand in India estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7–8 per cent in FY2025-26, we are well-placed for a growth trajectory in the long run. Our recent acquisition of Vadraj Cement Limited, coupled with these strategic investments in augmenting our existing facilities, is a testament to our relentless pursuit to continue our leadership position in the East while acquiring higher market share in the West and North Markets.”

He further added, “At Nuvoco, our growth journey is deeply aligned with our commitment to sustainability. With the planned capacity enhancement, we are strategically increasing the share of blended cement which will help us to serve our customers with more sustainable choices. By improving our Clinker-to-Cement ratios, we expect to reduce CO₂ emissions considerably. This initiative reinforces our vision of building a safer, smarter and sustainable world with a stronger market presence.”

Nuvoco Vistas Corp, one of India’s leading building materials companies and the fifth largest cement producer by capacity, has announced expansion plans in the East as part of its growth strategy.The company will enhance its cement grinding capacity by 4 MMTPA through a new mill at the Arasmeta Cement Plant, along with debottlenecking projects at Jojobera, Panagarh, and Odisha plants. The capacity additions will be phased, with ~1 MMTPA expected in Q3 FY2025-26, another ~2 MMTPA by the end of FY2025-26, and the remaining ~1 MMTPA during FY2026-27. These upgrades will increase Nuvoco’s capacity in the region by over 20 per cent, from 19 MMTPA to 23 MMTPA.In addition, the company has completed several projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and competitiveness. Key developments include a new coal unloading and clinker loading system at the Sonadih Cement Plant, reducing rake handling time by nearly 50 per cent, and a railway siding at the Odisha Plant, enabling smoother logistics and access to new markets. These measures are expected to lower costs, improve utilisation, and strengthen the company’s footprint across Eastern Madhya Pradesh, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Odisha.Commenting on the announcement, Jayakumar Krishnaswamy, Managing Director, Nuvoco Vistas Corp, said, “With cement demand in India estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7–8 per cent in FY2025-26, we are well-placed for a growth trajectory in the long run. Our recent acquisition of Vadraj Cement Limited, coupled with these strategic investments in augmenting our existing facilities, is a testament to our relentless pursuit to continue our leadership position in the East while acquiring higher market share in the West and North Markets.”He further added, “At Nuvoco, our growth journey is deeply aligned with our commitment to sustainability. With the planned capacity enhancement, we are strategically increasing the share of blended cement which will help us to serve our customers with more sustainable choices. By improving our Clinker-to-Cement ratios, we expect to reduce CO₂ emissions considerably. This initiative reinforces our vision of building a safer, smarter and sustainable world with a stronger market presence.”

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