ENA State 2025-07-17 17:11:48 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Gujarat, Jul 17 (KNN)</strong> ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has commissioned a new Continuous Galvanized Line (CGL) at its Hazira plant in Gujarat, aiming to meet the rising demand for high-strength automotive steel in India.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This advanced facility will produce coated steel for automobile manufacturers, catering to evolving safety and efficiency standards in the sector.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The new line has an annual production capacity of 500,000 tonnes and is designed to manufacture high-strength coated steel used in cars, including in structural and safety-critical components.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This will help automobile makers reduce vehicle weight and improve fuel efficiency without compromising on safety.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">According to the company, the new line uses cutting-edge technology and supports the production of Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS), which is crucial for building lighter, stronger, and safer vehicles.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">It also aligns with Indias focus on making the domestic automotive sector more self-reliant and globally competitive.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">AM/NS India CEO Dilip Oommen said the expansion reflects the companys commitment to innovation and sustainable growth.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The move is part of a broader plan to increase the Hazira plants steelmaking capacity from 9 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to 15 MTPA.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This development comes as Indias steel demand continues to rise, especially from the automotive and infrastructure sectors.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The new CGL is expected to reduce dependency on imports and strengthen the local supply chain for high-grade steel.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">With this strategic investment, AM/NS India aims to play a leading role in supporting Indias manufacturing ambitions, particularly under the governments 'Make in India' initiative and the push for advanced mobility solutions.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 42852 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/state/arcelormittal-nippon-steel-commissions-new-line-at-hazira-plant 2025-07-17 17:11:48 knnindia.co.in