Venus Pipes Begins Operations of 3,600 MTPA Welded Tubes

27 May 2025 CW Team

Venus Pipes & Tubes Limited has commenced operations of its new 3,600 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) value-added welded tubes facility at Dhaneti, Gujarat. With this, the company’s total welded pipes and tubes capacity has reached 27,600 MTPA.

The move marks Venus Pipes’ entry into a high-margin product segment, reflecting its long-term ambition to become a one-stop piping solutions provider. The company aims to cater to industries that require critical applications, enhancing its reach and market positioning.

In the coming months, Venus Pipes also plans to introduce fittings manufacturing, positioning itself as one of the few Indian companies offering a comprehensive and integrated range of stainless steel piping solutions. This forward integration is expected to improve customer service and reinforce the brand’s commitment to quality and innovation.

Venus Pipes manufactures both seamless and welded stainless steel tubes and pipes across five categories and exports its products to over 30 countries including the United Kingdom, United States, the Middle East, and European Union countries.

Source:Press release issued by Venus Pipes & Tubes Limited

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