German specialty chemicals company LANXESS, inaugurated a lubricant additives blending plant at its existing chemical manufacturing site in Jhagadia, Gujarat, marking the first phase of its expanded manufacturing presence in India. The facility will serve domestic customers as well as markets in the Middle East and other international geographies.
On the same day, LANXESS signed a memorandum of understanding with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) to bring its lubricant additive technologies to the Indian market, and also commenced third-party manufacturing activities for its lubricant additives business unit in India.
The plant has been developed with a focus on safety, energy efficiency, and environmental practices. The company said the facility is intended to support faster delivery and closer technical collaboration with customers.
India is the third largest lubricants market globally. LANXESS set up an Application Technology Center in the country in 2025, and the Jhagadia plant is positioned as the next step in its local manufacturing strategy.
"India is the third largest lubricants market in the world and a key growth region for us," said Neelanjan Banerjee, Senior Vice President and Global Head, Business Unit Lubricant Additives, LANXESS. "The commissioning of this new production site in India is a next milestone for us and a strong testament to the 'Make in India' initiative. With this plant we are reinforcing our strong commitment to our customers in the region. This facility strengthens our ability to reliably serve customers across India, Middle East and other markets with high-quality, innovative lubricant additive solutions, with a local-for-local approach."
"India stands at the forefront of global economic growth, offering significant opportunities across industries," said Dr. Hubert Fink, Member of the Board of Management, LANXESS AG. "LANXESS is committed to deepening our presence and investing in India's future, aligning our long-term strategy with the nation's dynamic potential."
LANXESS reported sales of EUR 5.7 billion in 2025 and employs approximately 11,700 people across 32 countries.