Originally inaugurated in April 2000, the Ranipet site operated for 19 years before closing in 2019. Following Stahl’s divestment of its wet-end activities, the facility will now focus on leather finishing, performance coatings and packaging coatings.
The upgraded site combines production, R&D and application testing to enable faster development, closer customer collaboration and regional co-innovation. Stahl plans to further strengthen its manufacturing and R&D capabilities in line with market demand.
Maarten Heijbroek, CEO of Stahl, said the reopening is an important milestone in Stahl’s transformation journey. He said: “This investment reflects our strategic focus and aligns our capabilities with future market demands. Being able to produce locally in India – an essential growth market – strengthens our position and enables us to better support our customers with tailored, innovative solutions.”
The modern facility is equipped with advanced automation and a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment system that recycles all process water, achieving zero liquid waste. Many of the 140 employees returning to the site have been with Stahl since the early 2000s.
“Ranipet has always been a special place for Stahl, and its reopening is both a homecoming and a new beginning,” said Ranganath BV, Managing Director – India and Bangladesh. “Our dedicated professionals have the expertise and passion to drive customer success both in India and worldwide.”
With its modern infrastructure and skilled workforce, the Ranipet facility is set to become a regional hub for sustainable innovation and growth, reinforcing Stahl’s presence across India and beyond.
