Nuvoco Vistas Powers Western India Expansion with 2 MMTPA Limla Cement Plant Inauguration
Nuvoco Vistas Corporation Limited has strengthened its presence in India’s fast-growing cement industry by commissioning a 2 Million Tonnes Per Annum (MMTPA) cement grinding unit at its Limla Cement Plant in Surat, Gujarat. The expansion marks the company’s official entry into the Gujarat market and represents an important milestone in its long-term strategy to expand capacity and strengthen its footprint across Western India.
The newly operational facility belongs to Vadraj Cement Limited (VCL), Nuvoco’s wholly owned subsidiary, and is expected to play a key role in supporting the company’s ambitious growth plans while improving supply efficiency across multiple regions.
Nuvoco Enters Gujarat with New Cement Grinding Facility
The Limla Cement Plant is the result of Nuvoco’s strategic acquisition of Vadraj Cement Limited in June 2025 for ₹1,800 crore. Following the acquisition, the company invested nearly ₹240 crore to refurbish and modernize the facility, enabling commercial operations ahead of schedule.
The refurbishment was financed through Inter-Corporate Deposits (ICDs), highlighting Nuvoco’s commitment to expanding its manufacturing network and strengthening its competitive position in the Indian cement market.
Key Highlights of the Expansion
- New Capacity Added: 2 MMTPA cement grinding unit
- Location: Limla Cement Plant, Surat, Gujarat
- Subsidiary: Vadraj Cement Limited (VCL)
- Acquisition Cost of VCL: ₹1,800 crore
- Refurbishment Investment: Approximately ₹240 crore
- Current Consolidated Cement Capacity: 25 MMTPA (as of June 30, 2026)
- Target Capacity: 35 MMTPA by FY2028
The latest capacity addition further strengthens Nuvoco’s manufacturing capabilities as demand for cement continues to rise due to increasing infrastructure and housing projects across the country.
Strategic Benefits of the Limla Plant
The commissioning of the Limla Cement Plant offers several strategic advantages for Nuvoco.
With a manufacturing base in Gujarat, the company can now directly serve one of India’s fastest-growing construction markets while also catering efficiently to neighboring Maharashtra.
At the same time, this expansion allows Nuvoco to optimize its production network by freeing up capacity at its Rajasthan plants, enabling those facilities to focus primarily on meeting demand across North India.
This improved geographical distribution is expected to enhance logistics efficiency, reduce transportation costs, and strengthen customer service across multiple regions.
Strong Capacity Utilization Supports Future Growth
Nuvoco has reported an impressive capacity utilization of nearly 81%, indicating strong demand for its products and efficient utilization of existing manufacturing assets.
The Limla facility will manufacture a wide range of cement products to serve residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects, including:
- Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC)
- Portland Slag Cement (PSC)
- Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC)
- Portland Composite Cement (PCC)
- Premium Duraguard cement range
The diversified product portfolio is expected to help the company cater to various construction requirements across domestic markets.
Nuvoco Eyes 35 MMTPA Capacity by FY28
The commissioning of the Surat grinding unit represents another important step in Nuvoco’s long-term expansion roadmap.
With its consolidated cement capacity now reaching 25 MMTPA, the company remains on track to achieve its ambitious target of 35 MMTPA by FY2028. As infrastructure spending, urbanization, and real estate development continue to drive cement demand in India, Nuvoco is positioning itself to capitalize on these long-term growth opportunities.
The successful revival of the Limla plant also demonstrates the company’s ability to integrate acquired assets efficiently while creating additional manufacturing capacity to support future business expansion.