LANXESS Boosts ‘Make in India’ Strategy with Local Production of Reolube® Hydraulic Fluids
LANXESS expands its India footprint with local production plans for fire-resistant hydraulic fluids at Jhagadia.
Announcement follows the recent inauguration of the manufacturing plant in Jhagadia
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 2: LANXESS, a leading global specialty chemicals company, will start local production of fire-resistant hydraulic fluids (FRHF) at its Jhagadia site in India, reinforcing the country’s role as a key pillar within its global growth strategy. Leveraging its global scale, technology leadership and established presence in the region, serving India, the Middle East and international markets, this step reflects LANXESS’ long-term commitment to the region and its consistent focus on a “local-for-local” approach aligned with the “Make in India” initiative.Strengthening Local Production
With the start of production in Jhagadia, LANXESS strengthens access to its globally recognized Reolube® phosphate ester-based fire-resistant hydraulic fluids, bringing proven products closer to customers in India and across the IMEA region. As a long-standing leader in this field, the company continues to build on decades of global experience in supporting applications where operational reliability and safety are essential.India’s Growing Strategic Importance
India’s growing importance is reflected in sustained investments in energy infrastructure, including power generation, alongside the rapid expansion of energy-intensive applications such as data centers and AI-driven technologies.Leadership Perspective
Neelanjan Banerjee, Senior Vice President and Global Head of the Business Unit Lubricant Additives, LANXESS, commented:“Local production of Reolube® fire-resistant hydraulic fluids in India is an important step in strengthening our customer proximity and supply reliability in a fast-growing region. It reflects our confidence in India’s potential and our commitment to delivering globally proven, high-performance solutions closer to where our customers need them.”
