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Success Story: Innovation for energy-efficiency in the cement sector

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India is the second largest cement producer in the world and accounts for over 7 per cent of global installed capacity, Indian Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF) reports.

Further, the demand for cement is expected to reach 419.92 MT per annum (MTPA) by FY 27 with expected expansion of sectors like housing, commercial construction, and industrial construction. While India’s rich quality and quantity of limestone deposits promise huge potential for the future of the cement industry – the sector had been grappling with challenges in improving efficiency and reducing negative environmental fallouts.
A major contributor to the construction and infrastructure industry, cement manufacturers are today ramping their production capacities to respond to expanding demand in the former that is poised to grow at a CAGR of 10 per cent by 2027. To swiftly meet demands while cautious of efficiency in production processes, cement manufacturers are today maintaining the performance of their equipment through the use of superior lubrication solutions that are reliable and technologically ahead. Manufacturers in the sector are duly collaborating with industry experts to choose the most precise products and services that can guarantee equipment performance and longevity.
Mobil™ Lubricants, with its continuous focus on ensuring customer satisfaction, has been partnering with top cement manufacturers to address their day-to-day challenges and ensure continuous performance. The company’s association with JK Cement is an instance of such industry engagement.

Overcoming performance challenges
JK Cement Ltd. is one of India’s leading manufacturers of gray cement and one of the leading manufacturers of white cement globally. The company’s manufacturing plant at Jharli, Jhajjar, in Haryana, was using a ThyssenKrupp Ball Mill for its core operations, which had a 2600 KW motor with average production capacity of 180 T/hour. For this concentrator ball mill, the company was using a conventional VG 320 oil which was providing about 92 to 93 per cent efficiency of the gearbox and oil drain interval (ODI) of 1 year. This was proving unproductive and leading to a loss of 420 liters of oil annually. Additionally, this excessive wastage was detrimental to the environment and also curtailed productivity. Soon, JK Cement contacted Mobil to seek support in enhancing the performance of its concentrator ball mill and reducing its energy consumption.


After thoroughly studying the problem and conducting a range of tests, Mobil recommended the use Mobil SHCTM 632 to lubricate the concentrator ball mill. With this switch, JK Cement was successful in reducing its energy consumption and curtailing overhead maintenance costs. The use of Mobil SHC 632 resulted in 0.8 per cent energy efficiency and cost saving of USD 18,764 (INR 13,13,545). This further led to 168 hours of exposure reduction and conserved 263 liters of oil – a leap towards greater efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

Premium lubricants to the rescue
Pioneering lubrication innovation for over 150 years, Mobil’s range of premium synthetic lubricants under the Mobil SHCTM 600 Series are exceptional performance gear and bearing oils designed to provide outstanding service in terms of equipment protection, oil life and problem-free operations that enable increased customer productivity. These products are resistant to mechanical shear, even in heavily loaded gear and high shear bearing applications, so that there is virtually no loss of viscosity. These are especially advantageous for industries dealing with rough and difficult temperatures and raw materials. They also provide excellent resistance to oxidation and deposit formation at elevated temperatures, as well as exceptional resistance to rusting and corrosion, anti-wear, demulsibility, foam control and air release properties, and multi-metal compatibility. These oils maintain good compatibility with seals and other materials used in equipment that are otherwise normally lubricated with mineral oils.
A robust backbone to India’s construction and infrastructure industry, the cement sector is today witnessing a positive growth spiral. To ensure that the sector remains efficient, it is imperative that manufacturers opt for the most superior lubrication solutions that not only guarantee equipment health but also guarantee greater energy efficiency. Here, Mobil has emerged as a trusted partner driven by innovation that can support India’s robust cement sector – a key contributor to the country’s economic growth story.

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Siyaram Recycling Secures Rs 21.03 mn Order From Anurag Impex

Domestic Fixed Cost Contract To Be Executed Within Seven Days

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Siyaram Recycling Industries Limited (Siyaram Recycling) has informed the stock exchange that it has secured a purchase order for brass scrap honey from Anurag Impex. The company submitted the intimation on 10 April 2026 from Jamnagar and requested the filing be taken on record. The filing was made under the provisions of regulation 30 of the SEBI listing regulations and accompanying circular. The intimation referenced the SEBI circular dated 13 July 2023 and included an annexure detailing the terms.

The order carries a fixed cost value of Rs 21.03 million (mn) and is to be executed domestically within seven days. The contract was described as a fixed cost engagement and the customer was identified as Anurag Impex. The announcement specified that the order size contributes a short term consideration to the company. Owing to the brief execution window, logistics and dispatch were expected to be prioritised.

The filing clarified that neither the promoter group nor group companies have any interest in the purchaser and that the transaction does not constitute a related party transaction. Details were provided in an annexure and the document was signed by the managing director, Bhavesh Ramgopal Maheshwari. The company referenced compliance with SEBI disclosure requirements in its notification. The notice indicated that no related party approvals were required owing to the nature of the transaction.

The order is expected to provide a modest near term revenue inflow and to be processed within the stated execution window given the nature of the product and the fixed cost terms. Management indicated the contract will be executed in accordance with standard operational procedures and accounting recognition at completion. The development signals continuing demand in the secondary metals market for brass scrap.

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Nuvoco FY26 Income Rises 10% as Expansion Advances

Cement major reports higher income, EBITDA and growth-led capacity plans

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Nuvoco Vistas reported cement sales volume of 20.4 million tonne in FY26, up 5 per cent year on year. Consolidated total income rose 10 per cent to Rs 113.62 billion, while EBITDA increased 35 per cent to Rs 18.81 billion, reflecting improved profitability and stronger execution across the business.

The company stated that execution at the Vadraj Cement facilities is progressing, with clinker and grinding units expected to be operationalised in phases from the third quarter of FY27. Its planned 4 million tonne per annum expansion in eastern India is also moving ahead in phases till FY28 and is expected to take total cement capacity to around 35 million tonne per annum.

The board has also approved a new bulk cement terminal at Viramgam, Sachana, Gujarat, with a dedicated railway siding and handling capacity of about 1.5 million tonne per annum. Targeted for commissioning by FY28, the terminal is expected to strengthen distribution and improve market reach across Gujarat.

Premium products remained a key growth driver, with premiumisation improving by 300 basis points year on year to 43 per cent in FY26. The company said its Nuvoco Concreto and Nuvoco Duraguard brands continued to gain traction, while the RMX and MBM businesses also recorded momentum across key product segments. 

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BMC Cement Concretisation Cuts Pothole Repairs By 70 Per Cent

Project worth Rs 170 billion (Rs 170 bn) aims to concretise 1,900 km by 2027

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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s cement concretisation project, valued at Rs 170 billion (Rs 170 bn), has reduced expenditure on pothole repairs by 70 per cent over three years. Spending on repairs fell from Rs 2.02 billion in 2023–24 to Rs 1.56 billion in 2024–25 and then to Rs 890 million (Rs 890 mn) in 2025–26. The current tender is expected to be about Rs 440 million, representing a further 50 per cent reduction.

The project is being executed in two phases, with Phase I covering 307 km from October 2023 and Phase II covering 370 km from October 2024. The Indian Institute of Technology is auditing Phase II and will now also audit Phase I to ensure quality and accountability. Mumbai’s total road network spans approximately 2,050 km, of which about 1,200 km had been converted to cement concrete before 2022.

Since 2022 an additional 677 km were taken up for concretisation and nearly 71 per cent of that work, amounting to 481 km, has been completed. Municipal officials indicated that 10–15 per cent of the remaining work is expected to be completed by May 2026 and another 10 per cent by December 2026. The entire programme is scheduled for completion by May 2027, by which time nearly 1,900 km of Mumbai’s roads are expected to be fully concretised.

The administration has also developed a real time dashboard that displays detailed information about contracts, contractors and progress and citizens can access the latest updates online. The dashboard includes contact details for the civic officials and contractors responsible for particular roads to enhance transparency and accountability. The commissioner directed that ongoing works be completed by 31 May ahead of the monsoon to safeguard completion targets and minimise disruption.

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