JPFL Films’ INR 700-crore film line expansion

JPFL Films will invest over INR 700-crore to set up three new film lines — a 42,000-tonnes per annum BOPP (biaxially oriented polypropylene) line (Line 10); a 55,000-tonnes per annum PET (polyethylene terephthalate) line (Line I); and an 18,000-tonnes per annum CPP (cast polypropylene) line (Line 3) — at its Nashik facility, with commissioning expected within two to three years.

The move follows a 43% year-on-year rise in net revenue in the first nine months of FY 2024–25 and is designed to address pricing pressures and strengthen market share through advanced technology and sustainable production.

JPFL Films, a material subsidiary of Jindal Poly Films, announced the expansion on 13 May. The new capacity is in addition to the ongoing BOPP Line 9 project announced in August 2024.

“This expansion enhances our ability to meet and exceed customer expectations with a diverse range of high-performance films,” said Vinod Kumar Gupta, CEO of JPFL Films. “A majority of products made on these lines will focus on sustainability and creating a greener future. It also improves operational efficiency and positions us well for future business upturns.”

The three new lines — BOPP Line 10, PET Line I, and CPP Line 3 — are expected to be among the most advanced in the market, featuring enhanced width, output, equipment quality, and process efficiency.

With flexible packaging remaining one of the most lucrative sectors, serving food, beverage, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries, JPFL Films’ expansion reinforces its position as a technological leader and reliable global supplier.