Birla Carbon celebrates the 65th anniversary of Cubatao plant in Brazil

The plant has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence, environmental sustainability, and community engagement.

Birla Carbon, one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of high quality carbon-based solutions, celebrates the 65th anniversary of its Cubatão Plant in November this year.

Located in the state of São Paulo, 12 kilometers from the seaport city of Santos, the Cubatão plant has played a crucial role in Birla Carbon's global operations, contributing to the company's position as a key player in the carbon black industry in the South American market.

Over the past six and a half decades, the plant has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence, environmental sustainability, and community engagement.

The Cubatão plant of Birla Carbon came into operation in 1958. The plant’s core proposition is to support the carbon black requirements for local and regional use in tires, MRG, Plastics, coatings, inks, and niche industries. The plant fulfills its energy requirements through a Cogen facility within its premises, which is not limited to internal use only. Instead, the plant exports electricity to the local grid.

John Loudermilk, President and Chief Executive Officer, Birla Carbon, said, “We take immense pride in celebrating this 65-year milestone of our operations in Brazil. This plant has been our pathway to serve the South American market for more than six decades and has a relationship with almost every customer in this region. The Cubatão plant stands as a testament to our commitment to excellence, being the first carbon black plant for us in the region with a sustained level performance.” He further added, “The evolution of the plant over time through expansions in capacity, modernization of technology, and continuous focus on innovation and operational excellence to drive sustainability aligns directly with our Purpose – Share the Strength.”