ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has commissioned a state-of-the-art Continuous Galvanising Line (CGL) at its Hazira plant in Gujarat, becoming the first in India to produce Advanced High-Strength Steel (AHSS) up to 1180 MPa for the automotive sector. The new unit, part of the company’s ₹60,000-crore expansion project inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is designed to replace imports and meet evolving demands in auto manufacturing.
Equipped with cutting-edge environmental technologies and backed by the global expertise of ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel, the facility is poised to bolster the Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. The line will produce Galvanised and Galvannealed flat steels, offering enhanced formability, safety, and recyclability to support India’s transition to CAFE Phase III norms by 2027.
In Kolkata, which has seen consistent demand for high-grade automotive steel from local manufacturers and OEM suppliers, the development is expected to significantly reduce import dependence and ensure timely, cost-effective supply. Industry experts believe this will drive regional automotive growth and increase domestic production capabilities. With targets to reach 24 MTPA production and a strong decarbonisation focus, AM/NS India is aligning itself with India’s green and industrial growth ambitions.
