Hazira: Specialty chemicals manufacturer Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd., a flagship company of the Shiva Group of Industries, has announced its expansion plans of investing INR 650 crores to establish new state-of-the-art chemical manufacturing units in Gujarat and Rajasthan. The expansion will boost the organization’s production capacity of caustic soda, chlorine, and high-demand derivatives such as chlorinated paraffin and chlorinated polyethylene.

The upcoming Gujarat facility will be located near the Hazira port, offering cost-effective logistics and seamless connectivity to both domestic and international markets. Together, these new facilities will augment Shivtek Spechemi’s manufacturing capabilities to up to 650,000 MTPA, enhancing the company’s current total production capacity of 150,000 metric tons per annum (MTPA).

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Amitt Nenwani, Managing Director, Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd., said, “This investment will mark a pivotal step in Shivtek Spechemi’s growth journey as we align ourselves with India’s ambition to become a global manufacturing hub for specialty chemicals. By expanding our footprint in Gujarat and Rajasthan, we are not only enhancing our production capabilities but also reinforcing our commitment to sustainable innovation, import substitution, and value creation for our customers worldwide. These new plants will enable us to serve a broader market with greater efficiency while setting new benchmarks for environmentally responsible manufacturing in the industry.”

Construction of the new plants is set to begin in 2026, with production expected to commence between 2028 and 2029. The new plants are expected to span across a 100-acre area and generate over 500+ jobs in a span of 3 years while hosting advanced, eco-friendly technologies, said the company.