DCM Shriram commissions 100 TPD aluminium chloride facility in Gujarat
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DCM Shriram has commissioned a new 100 tonnes-per-day (TPD) aluminium chloride plant at its Bharuch facility in Gujarat, along with a 133 TPD calcium chloride plant. The new facilities mark the company’s move into downstream chemicals and aim to increase the use of captive chlorine from its chlor-alkali operations.
The projects have moved from pre-commissioning trials to commercial operations as of September 30, 2026. The company said the facilities will convert chlorine generated from its existing operations into downstream chemical products.
The 100 TPD aluminium chloride plant strengthens DCM Shriram’s presence in the domestic aluminium chloride market, while the calcium chloride facility represents the company’s entry into the calcium chloride business.
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The Bharuch expansion was supported by INR 3 billion (USD 31 million) in capital expenditure approved by the company’s board.
DCM Shriram reported consolidated net revenue of INR 36 billion (USD 374 million) for Q1 FY27, up 9 per cent from INR 33 billion (USD 343 million) a year earlier. The company's PBDIT increased 12 per cent year over year to INR 3.6 billion (USD 37 million).
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Expanding downstream operations
The commissioning is part of DCM Shriram’s broader expansion of its chemical operations. In September 2026, the company also commissioned its main aluminium extrusion plant at Kota, Rajasthan.
In July 2026, DCM Shriram entered into an agreement with Serentica Renewables India 38 Pvt. Ltd. for a 58 MW peak hybrid renewable energy project to support its Bharuch chemical operations.
The company said the new downstream facilities will increase captive chlorine utilisation and expand its portfolio of value-added chemical products.
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