Tata Chemicals Approves ₹515 Crore Greenfield Salt Facility in Tamil Nadu
Tata Chemicals approved a ₹515 crore investment for a new greenfield IVSD manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu with a 210 KTPA capacity. The project, to be completed in 36 months, aims to improve supply chain efficiency and optimize logistics. The Board approved this on February 2, 2026.
The investment is substantial and aims to enhance operational efficiency and market reach by establishing a new manufacturing hub in South India, which can have a medium-term impact on the company's financials and market position.
The company is investing a significant amount to expand its manufacturing capacity, which is a positive indicator of growth and strategic expansion.
Tata Chemicals Limited has announced a significant investment of ₹515 crore to establish a new greenfield manufacturing facility for Iodised Vacuum Salt Dried (IVSD) at Valinokkam, Ramnathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. The facility will have a capacity of 210 Kilo Tons Per Annum (KTPA).
This strategic expansion aims to create a second major manufacturing site for IVSD in South India, complementing the existing 1.6 million tonnes per annum capacity at their Mithapur plant in Gujarat. The project is expected to enhance supply chain efficiency and optimize logistic costs.
The Board of Directors approved this investment during their meeting held on February 2, 2026. The project is slated for completion within 36 months and will be financed through internal accruals and/or external financing. The Board Meeting commenced at 2:00 p.m. (IST) and concluded at 4:15 p.m. (IST).
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