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Odisha Aluminium Foil Plant Now Operational
16 Jul
Summary
- SMEL Steel Structural Pvt. Ltd. launched an 18,000 TPA Aluminium Foil facility.
- A 60,000 TPA Aluminium FRP plant is set to launch by September 2026.
- The expansion is expected to boost operating margins by 40-50%.
SMEL Steel Structural Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Shyam Metalics and Energy Limited, announced on July 16, 2026, the start of commercial production at its Aluminium Foil facility in Sambalpur, Odisha. This new plant has an installed capacity of 18,000 tonnes per annum and is capable of producing foils between 6 to 40 microns thick.
The company is investing approximately ₹800 crore in downstream aluminium facilities in Sambalpur. A significant Aluminium Flat Rolled Products (FRP) facility, with a capacity of 60,000 TPA, is on track for a commercial launch by September 2026. These expansions are expected to improve operating margins by 40-50% through an enhanced product mix.
This strategic move aims to cater to domestic demand for high-quality aluminium products and support India's self-reliance initiatives. The expanded operations are projected to double to 2.5 times the company's revenue by increasing its market reach domestically and internationally.
