NCL Industries Nagarjuna Cement Expands Capacity with New ₹250 Crore Visakhapatnam Plant

NCL Industries Limited, under its flagship brand Nagarjuna Cement, has officially inaugurated a new greenfield cement plant in Visakhapatnam. The ₹250 crore facility adds 660,000 tonnes per annum to the company’s production capacity, taking its total annual capacity to 4 million tonnes (MTPA). The inauguration ceremony was graced by Shri Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Steel, alongside senior company leaders, government officials, and distinguished guests.

Spanning 40 acres, the new plant is designed to produce a wide range of eco-friendly cement varieties, including Portland Slag Cement (PSC), Portland Composite Cement (PCC), Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC), Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS), and Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC). The facility is expected to generate approximately 250 direct and indirect jobs and contribute over ₹50 crore annually to the government exchequer.

The strategic location in Visakhapatnam was chosen for its proximity to major growth markets and infrastructure corridors, as well as ready access to raw materials such as slag, fly ash, and gypsum. This ensures efficient supply chain operations, enabling faster and more cost-effective delivery to customers across eastern and southern India.

Equipped with advanced German Vertical Roller Mills (VRMs) from Loesche, the plant ensures superior product quality and operational efficiency. Additionally, a 5 MW captive solar power plant is under implementation, reflecting NCL Industries’ commitment to sustainable manufacturing and reduced carbon emissions.

Commenting on the expansion, K. Ravi, Vice Chairman, NCL Industries Limited, said: “The commissioning of our Visakhapatnam grinding unit marks a key milestone in our capacity enhancement journey. This facility strengthens our presence in high-growth eastern and southern markets while reinforcing our focus on operational efficiency, product quality, and customer trust.”

With this expansion, Nagarjuna Cement is well-positioned to meet growing regional demand, support India’s infrastructure development, and consolidate its market leadership across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.