Sunlite Recycling Industries Ltd has announced the successful completion of a major capacity enhancement at its Copper Wire Rod Plant in Kheda, Gujarat. The upgraded facility will become operational on August 21, 2025, enabling the company to significantly expand its production capabilities and strengthen its product portfolio.
The expansion increases the plant’s copper wire rod capacity from 16,580 MTPA to 23,212 MTPA, marking a 40% rise. Copper Wire Rod is the company’s primary raw material for value-added offerings, including specialized products such as Annealed Tin-Coated Copper.
Key Highlights of the Expansion:
- 40% capacity growth to meet rising demand across industries.
- Premium product focus, with enhanced output of specialized copper solutions.
- Operational efficiency gains, strengthening cost competitiveness and scalability.
- Market alignment, reinforcing Sunlite’s long-term leadership strategy in the copper sector.
Commenting on the development, Mr. Nitin Heda, Managing Director of Sunlite Recycling Industries Ltd, said:
“This capacity addition is a strategic step to strengthen our transition toward high-value, specialized products. Since Copper Wire Rod is the core raw material for all our value-added products, this enhancement directly supports our premium product portfolio. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence, we remain confident of delivering long-term value creation for our stakeholders.”
Founded in 2012, Sunlite Recycling Industries manufactures copper products using recycled scrap at its modern Kheda facility. The company sources raw material globally—from Saudi Arabia, UAE, USA, and India—and caters to diverse industries including automotive, power, industrial, electronics, and infrastructure.