21. Jul 2025
Manali to increase propylene glycol capacity
Manali Petrochemicals Limited (Chennai , India), a petrochemical company developing innovative products (part of AM International, Singapore)recently announced a significant expansion of its Propylene Glycol (PG) plant.
The new facility is scheduled to start operations soon, once it receives the Consent to Operate (CTO) from the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board.
The expansion will increase MPL’s Propylene Glycol production by 50,000 tons per year (tpa), adding to the existing capacity of 22,000 tpa. This significant boost aligns with the government’s “Make in India” vision. The company is also strengthening its advanced manufacturing footprint in the domestic market.
Ashwin Muthiah, Chairman of MPL and Founder Chairman of AM International, said: “The facility demonstrates our commitment to sustainable expansion, meeting evolving customer expectations, and reinforcing our market leadership. It also reflects our focus on local manufacturing and alignment with the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative — a step toward reducing import dependence and contributing to a resilient domestic economy.”
Through the use of cutting-edge technology and the expertise of local talent, MPL aims to significantly reduce India's reliance on imported propylene glycol, meet the growing demands of domestic and industrial consumers. This expansion will further strengthen India's position as a competitive global manufacturing hub.