Vedanta Aluminium Expands Alloy Capacity in Jharsuguda

26 Jul 2025 CW Team

PFAs are essential for manufacturing automotive parts such as alloy wheels, engine blocks, cylinder heads, and transmission housings. Known for their strength, thermal conductivity, and castability, these alloys are crucial for modern vehicles focused on fuel efficiency and emission control. Vedanta’s PFAs meet stringent global standards, including BS-VI and CAFE norms, making them the preferred choice for major automakers worldwide.

The expansion comes as the global PFA market grows at 5.8% CAGR, with India outpacing it at 6.5% annually. Projections indicate that India’s PFA demand will rise at 7% CAGR over the next five years, driven by the growth of the automotive sector, the Make in India initiative, and the shift to electric and lightweight vehicles.

Rajiv Kumar, CEO of Vedanta Aluminium, said, “This expansion is a major milestone that enhances value for customers and positions India as a global hub for advanced aluminium solutions while supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission.” COO Sunil Gupta added that expanding the product portfolio will aid the move towards lightweight, fuel-efficient vehicles and boost indigenous manufacturing.

The Jharsuguda facility features advanced casting lines from Befesa, Spain, along with in-line metal treatment, degassing, and vertical chill casting technology to ensure high quality. Vedanta’s ASI Chain of Custody certification further underscores its commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing, covering PFAs, billets, wire rods, and its low-carbon aluminium products.

Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has announced a significant expansion at its Special Economic Zone facility in Jharsuguda. The company has increased the installed capacity of its Primary Foundry Alloy (PFA) unit by 120 kilo tonnes per annum. This move reinforces India’s standing as a global supplier of advanced aluminium products for automotive and engineering industries. Vedanta Aluminium was the first Indian company to produce and supply PFAs domestically.PFAs are essential for manufacturing automotive parts such as alloy wheels, engine blocks, cylinder heads, and transmission housings. Known for their strength, thermal conductivity, and castability, these alloys are crucial for modern vehicles focused on fuel efficiency and emission control. Vedanta’s PFAs meet stringent global standards, including BS-VI and CAFE norms, making them the preferred choice for major automakers worldwide.The expansion comes as the global PFA market grows at 5.8% CAGR, with India outpacing it at 6.5% annually. Projections indicate that India’s PFA demand will rise at 7% CAGR over the next five years, driven by the growth of the automotive sector, the Make in India initiative, and the shift to electric and lightweight vehicles.Rajiv Kumar, CEO of Vedanta Aluminium, said, “This expansion is a major milestone that enhances value for customers and positions India as a global hub for advanced aluminium solutions while supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission.” COO Sunil Gupta added that expanding the product portfolio will aid the move towards lightweight, fuel-efficient vehicles and boost indigenous manufacturing.The Jharsuguda facility features advanced casting lines from Befesa, Spain, along with in-line metal treatment, degassing, and vertical chill casting technology to ensure high quality. Vedanta’s ASI Chain of Custody certification further underscores its commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing, covering PFAs, billets, wire rods, and its low-carbon aluminium products.

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