Ramkrishna Forgings Limited has announced the commencement of commercial production for its new Horizontal Casting Line, “DISA FLEX 80”, effective March 31, 2026. This new facility, located in Jharkhand, adds a significant capacity of 28,800 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA). The project involved an investment of Rs. 249.00 Crores, financed through a mix of debt and internal accruals, signaling an expansion into the automotive casting segment.
New Production Milestone Achieved
Ramkrishna Forgings Limited is pleased to report the successful start of commercial production at its newly commissioned asset. The specific asset is the Horizontal Casting Line, branded as “DISA FLEX 80”. This event took effect on March 31, 2026, marking a key operational achievement for the company.
Capacity Addition Details
The new casting line significantly bolsters the company’s output capabilities. The installed capacity addition is quantified at 28,800 metric tonnes per annum. This facility is situated at PLANT VIII in Jharkhand and is equipped to meet stringent quality standards for casting products demanded by customers.
Investment and Strategic Rationale
The total investment required for bringing this new capacity online amounted to Rs. 249.00 Crores. This capital was sourced through a Mix of debt and Internal accruals. Strategically, the company aims to leverage this expansion to deepen its footprint in the automotive casting space, enabling the provision of a more complete product range to existing and new clientele in that sector.
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