Aditya Birla Group has unveiled plans to invest $50 million in a new manufacturing and research and development (R&D) facility in Beaumont, Texas, marking its fourth expansion of the epoxy business into the USA. The facility, located outside Houston, will focus on producing epoxy resins essential for a wide range of consumer and industrial applications.
Scott Bastion, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Aditya Birla Group, highlighted the strategic significance of the investment to introduce greener and more sustainable solutions, while expanding the global footprint business.
The new facility will occupy a 35-acre site, with additional expansion phases planned for the coming years. Aditya Birla Group, which already operates successful foundations in India, Thailand, and Europe, views this investment as pivotal to reinforcing its leadership in epoxy products globally.
Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of Aditya Birla Group expressed about the development of this new chemicals facility represents a significant step forward in ambitions in the Americans. It underscores the strategy to leverage their manufacturing expertise in new markets and supports the revitalization of the American manufacturing sector
Arun Venkataraman, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the US and Foreign Commercial Service, hailed Aditya Birla Group’s initiative as a testament to America’s appeal to innovative businesses.
The investment announcement coincides with the Select USA Summit, where Aditya Birla Group joins over 250 Indian businesses exploring opportunities in the United States.
This expansion underscores Aditya Birla Group’s commitment to advancing sustainable manufacturing practices and enhancing its global market presence in advanced materials and chemical solutions.