Alleima has started local production of two advanced stainless-steel grades at its Mehsana plant in Gujarat. This move strengthens India’s supply of high-performance materials, supports demanding industries, reduces dependence on imports, and aligns with national manufacturing goals.

It also raises an important question: Can local alloys power India’s next phase of industrial growth?

New high-performance grades for demanding industries

The company has begun manufacturing SAF™ 2906 and SAF™ 3006 stainless-steel grades in India for the first time. SAF™ 2906 is designed for use in urea production plants, where extreme corrosion resistance is essential. SAF™ 3006 is a super duplex stainless steel suited for chemical, petrochemical, refinery, and marine applications.

Both materials are built to perform in harsh environments where conventional steels often fail. Their high strength and durability help reduce maintenance needs, minimise downtime, and extend equipment life. This enables industries to design lighter, more efficient systems while reducing overall operating costs and enhancing sustainability.

Mehsana plant becomes a regional manufacturing hub

India has been an important market for the company since 1983. Between 2019 and 2023, it invested around 180 MSEK to expand its Mehsana facility. With new heat exchangers and tubing lines, along with advanced testing and quality checks, the plant now supports a wide range of critical industrial uses.

The expanded capabilities position Mehsana as a key production hub for the region, ensuring faster delivery, consistent quality, and closer technical support for customers operating in demanding conditions.

Supporting Make in India and energy transition goals

The local production of these high-performance alloys aligns with the government’s ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives. It also supports India’s growing need for specialised materials required for the energy transition and advanced industrial projects.

According to Alleima, manufacturing these grades in India strengthens local supply chains, supports national industrial ambitions, and helps customers operate more efficiently and sustainably in one of the world’s fastest-growing industrial economies.

As India’s fertiliser, chemical, clean energy, and marine industries grow, the need for high-performance stainless steels is likely to rise. Experts in the field claim that having advanced alloys available locally can speed up project timelines and make supplies more reliable.

Such kinds of developments could also lead to wider adoption of corrosion-resistant materials in critical sectors, which would make operations safer and extend the life of industrial assets across the country.