Calderys has officially commissioned the basic monolithics production line at its state-of-the-art facility in Odisha, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion across India and the Asia-Pacific region. 

 

The new line enhances Calderys’ Indian portfolio, strengthening its position in key process industries while building on its expertise in ironmaking refractories.

 

“The launch of our second line is a major step in our journey to expand in India’s dynamic industrial market. CAPES is the largest single-site project in our Group’s history and it underscores both our confidence in India’s growth and our ambition to reinforce our global production footprint,” said Michel Cornelissen, President and CEO of Calderys.

 

Ish Mohan Garg, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, highlighted the strategic impact: “India’s refractory market is projected to grow significantly in the coming year, driven by rapid industrialization and infrastructure expansion. With our plant in Odisha, our goal is to make India more self-reliant in advanced materials, supporting the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives, while setting new global benchmarks in sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.”

 

The Odisha plant follows the successful commissioning of the acidic monolithics line earlier this year and promises enhanced speed, scale, and precision for India’s steel industry. Production of acidic and basic bricks lines is underway, with additional units expected to become operational in 2026.

 

Spanning 45 acres, the CAPES facility will ultimately host six advanced production lines covering acidic and basic monolithics and bricks, steel casting fluxes, tap-hole clays, and cutting-edge testing units. The facility is set to significantly expand Calderys’ capacity to serve India’s growing steel, cement, aluminum, petrochemical, and mining sectors. Local production will reduce import dependence, drive innovation, create skilled jobs, and strengthen India’s position in global supply chains.

 

Strategically located near major industrial hubs and ports, CAPES enables faster delivery, agile technical support, and optimized supply chains for domestic clients while serving as an export hub for Southeast Asia, East Asia, and the broader APAC region. 

 

The facility, designed to meet global environmental and performance standards, incorporates energy-efficient technologies, water conservation systems, and green manufacturing practices. Full-scale production is slated for the second half of 2026.