So, as we all know, Tata Steel is a major player in the steel industry. These are not just words—they are continuously proving it by setting up benchmarks. Let's understand how they are going to achieve new milestones this time with the completion of their Kalinganagar project expansion by December next year! 🌐
In a recent interaction with PTI, Rajiv Kumar, Vice President of Operations at Tata Steel Kalinganagar (TSK), shared insights into this journey. The second phase of expansion, initiated in November 2018 with a substantial investment of ₹23,500 crore💰, aims to elevate the production capacity from 3 MTPA to an impressive 8 million tonnes per annum.
Raw Material Capacity Expansion: Increasing the availability and processing of raw materials.
Upstream and Mid-Stream Facilities: Enhancing the initial stages of production.
Infrastructure Enhancements: Improving the overall infrastructure to support larger operations.
Downstream Facilities: Featuring a state-of-the-art cold rolling mill complex for advanced processing.
With the installation of the country's largest blast furnace, at 5,870 cubic meters, Tata Steel is positioning itself as a key player catering to the rising demands of various sectors. As of now, approximately 80% of the project has been completed, with the remaining 20% progressing smoothly. Upon completion, the total output capacity of Tata Steel's India operations will reach an impressive 26.6 MTPA. Rajiv Kumar emphasized the significance of this expansion, stating that with the incorporation of advanced technologies, the Kalinganagar plant is poised to become one of the lowest-cost producers of steel globally. 🌍