New Delhi, August 12, 2024 – Jindal Stainless, India’s foremost stainless steel manufacturer, has achieved a significant milestone by being accredited by BrahMos Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. as a qualified vendor for the production and supply of steel sheets and plates. This accreditation follows a rigorous quality audit by BrahMos and confirms Jindal Stainless’s Hisar plant in Haryana as a supplier for materials critical to the manufacturing of cruise missiles.
Strengthening India’s Defence Capabilities
Abhyuday Jindal, Managing Director of Jindal Stainless, expressed pride in this achievement, emphasizing the company’s dedication to contributing to India’s defence sector. He stated, “This milestone underscores our role in, and commitment to, India’s defence sector. We envision an India that is completely Atmanirbhar in its defence requirements. In line with this vision, we are enhancing our capabilities to meet and exceed the stringent conditions for such critical applications. Contributing to the strengthening of our country’s defence standing is a matter of passion and pride for us.”
Commitment to Excellence and Innovation
The accreditation highlights Jindal Stainless’s commitment to excellence and innovation in producing high-quality materials essential for national security. The Hisar facility will now manufacture and supply customized stainless steel and specialty low-alloy steel sheets and plates tailored to meet the technical specifications required by BrahMos Aerospace.
Previous Contributions to India’s Defence
Jindal Stainless has a strong track record of supplying materials for key national defence projects. The company has been involved in significant contributions to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). This includes supplying materials for India’s lunar mission Chandrayaan, PSLV, GSLV Mk3, nuclear submarine missile systems, missile canisters for various missile programs, and exhaust units in rockets.
Among its recent achievements, Jindal Stainless developed and supplied 3 mm special alloy steel sheets for the Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system, enhancing the Indian Navy’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities. These specialized sheets, manufactured at the Hisar facility in a record turnaround time, provide high thermal stability and high-pressure resistance during flight.
Leading in Quality Standards
Jindal Stainless is one of the few companies globally certified with the AS 9100D certification, a prestigious quality management system standard for aviation, space, and defence organizations. This certification underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards in its manufacturing processes.
About Jindal Stainless
Jindal Stainless, founded in 1970, is India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer. The company reported a consolidated annual turnover of INR 38,562 crore (USD 4.7 billion) in FY24 and is expanding its facilities to reach an annual melt capacity of 4.2 million tonnes by 2026. With 16 manufacturing and processing facilities in India and abroad, including in Spain and Indonesia, and a global network spanning 12 countries, Jindal Stainless is a major player in the stainless steel industry.
The company’s product range includes stainless steel slabs, blooms, coils, plates, sheets, precision strips, wire rods, rebars, blade steel, and coin blanks. Jindal Stainless’s integrated operations enhance its cost competitiveness and operational efficiency.
Commitment to Sustainability
Jindal Stainless is dedicated to a greener, sustainable future, driven by environmental responsibility. The company uses scrap in an electric arc furnace to manufacture stainless steel, which results in lower greenhouse gas emissions and enables recyclability without any reduction in quality. This sustainable approach aligns with the company’s long-standing commitment to innovation, enriching lives, and social responsibility.
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