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GROUND-BREAKING CEREMONY

BASF India embarks on capacity expansion for micro-

cellular polyurethanes

BASF India Ltd. has broken ground
on a new plant to increase the produc-
tion capacity of its Cellasto branded
microcellular polyurethane (MCU) in
Dahej, Gujarat. The plant, expected
to be operational in the second half of
2026, features a new mould line in its
fi rst stage and will cater to the rapidly
growing local market. It will be con-
structed with state-of-the-art technolo-
gies and automation systems to ensure
that BASF’s high standards of safety
and quality are upheld.
“The new facility is part of our for our automotive customers,” said
BASF India established the fi rst efforts to innovate the production pro- Mr. Alexander Gerding, Managing
plant for MCU in Dahej in 2014, pro- cess. The plant will fl exibly expand Director, BASF India.
viding superior solutions that deliver production further if demand increases,”
noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) said Mr. Bjoern Kophstahl, Vice Presi- Since 1961, Cellasto has established
reduction to the automotive industry. dent, Global Business Management for itself as a leading global partner to the
“Cellasto’s latest signifi cant investment Cellasto. automotive sector, co-developing vari-
demonstrates its readiness to support ous applications such as jounce bum-
the growth plans of various Original “This new mould line will enhance pers, top mounts, coil spring isolators,
Equipment Manufacturers and its con- our ability to deliver innovative NVH and more. Additionally, Cellasto also
fi dence in the Indian market,” a press reduction solutions and continue to offers material solutions for industrial
release from BASF India said. position us as a preferred partner and consumer applications.
RECYCLING PARTNERSHIP
Canadian co appointed exclusive global distributor of GIP’s

recycled PET

Green India Polymers (GIP), a lead- international markets, including the US, Both companies will collaborate to
ing recycling company specializing in Mexico, Germany, Morocco, and Malaysia. incentivise waste collection, promote
polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and The company has been instrumental ocean plastic diversion, and create eco-
high density polyethylene (HDPE) in advancing recycling initiatives and nomic opportunities, particularly for
recycling, has signed a three-year strategic strengthening supply chains across India, women and children in vulnerable com-
collaboration with Canada-based Meri- Bangladesh, Dubai, and Uganda. munities. “By combining expertise in
dian Polycorp Ltd. (Meridian). The agree- sourcing and logistics, we aim to meet
ment, valued at $400-mn, aims to export Meridian, a global supplier of re- the growing demand for high-quality
40-kt of PET fl akes to global markets. cycled plastic raw materials, provides PET fl akes while supporting a circular
solutions to multinational corporations economy,” said Mr. Rajiv Shah, Direc-
Under the partnership, Meridian in India, the US, China, Southeast Asia, tor & CEO, Meridian. “This partner-
will act as the exclusive global distri- and South America. With over 40 years of ship is a testament to our commitment
butor of GIP’s recycled PET fl akes. GIP, combined industry experience, the com- to sustainability and innovation in plas-
with a recycling capacity of 8-ktpa, has pany specialises in sustainable materials tic recycling,” added Mr. Amit Mani,
already exported over 40-ktpa to key sourcing, logistics, and market expansion. Founder & MD, GIP.

134 Chemical Weekly March 4, 2025

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