UltraTech Cement Ltd (Aditya Birla Group) proposes to extend its footprint in the construction value chain, by entering the wires and cables market with a nominal capital expenditure of approximately INR18,000m (US$206.7m) over the next two years.
As the proposed entry into this segment of the construction value chain, through its Building Products Division, is in line with the company’s strategy to strengthen its position as a comprehensive Building Solutions provider, the company's Board has approved the plan.
UltraTech proposes to leverage its extensive manufacturing expertise coupled with its connect with the end-customers to deliver high-quality wires and cables, thereby targeting a higher share of the customer expenditure. The plant will be set up near Bharuch in Gujarat and is expected to be commissioned by December 2026.
Kumar Mangalam Birla, chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, stated, "We intend to expand our presence in the construction value chain through our foray in the cables and wires segment, which aligns with our vision of providing comprehensive solutions to our end customers in the construction sector. Obviously, we will continue to focus and grow our core cement business. This year UltraTech reached a new milestone of crossing 175Mta of cement capacity in India and is likely to emerge as the largest cement company globally (by sales volume ex-China). UltraTech remains committed to delivering superior quality building materials and solutions that contribute to the sustainable development of a Viksit Bharat.
