Calderys has reached a significant milestone in its global growth strategy with the commencement earlier this year of a project in the state of Odisha, India. This project will be the world’s largest single-site greenfield plant dedicated to refractories and steel casting fluxes. It represents a strategic move from Calderys to expand its product range with acidic and basic bricks, and overall production capacity in line with the evolving needs of the Indian refractory market, particularly in the eastern and southern regions.
When finished, the 40 acre plant will include five state-of-the-art production lines for acidic and basic bricks and monolithics, ready-shaped products, and steel casting fluxes, as well as the very latest quality testing facilities. Construction began five months ago and is making satisfactory progress. Several manufacturing lines will be progressively commissioned starting Q3 2025.
This major investment reaffirms Calderys’ commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. The project not only marks a substantial increase in the company’s production capacities in India but also underscores its dedication to environmental stewardship.
Known as ‘Capes’ (Calderys Plant in East and South India), and located in the state of Odisha, eastern India, the project is a strategic investment to support customers. Production at the plant is planned to begin in the second half of 2025
The objective is to establish a cutting-edge factory equipped with the latest production systems while prioritising sustainable development and the reduction of carbon emissions.
During its construction, and when it is fully operational, the new plant will benefit from the latest safety management standards and technical innovations, to ensure the project complies with Calderys’ stringent safety protocols and Indian regulations, at every stage of its life cycle.
New jobs and opportunities
By 2026, the new plant will create 350 jobs, many of which will be for technically qualified and skilled personnel.
Michel Cornelissen, President and CEO of Calderys, said: “This project is the largest single site investment in the history of Calderys. It demonstrates our commitment to India and is an important step in Calderys’ global production strategy. It is further evidence of the Group’s solid growth and potential, and we are grateful to the Odisha state for its trust in Calderys.”
“I’m proud to share an important step in Calderys’ growth journey. Earlier this year, we began constructing the largest single-site greenfield plant dedicated to refractories and steel casting fluxes globally.”
