Toyo Ink to triple liquid ink production
Toyo Ink India, a key member of Japan’s Artience Group, has announced a capacity expansion for its liquid ink production at its Gujarat plant, with plans to boost the company’s total production capacity by approximately one-and-a-half times when the new facility becomes operational in 2028.
27 Nov 2025 | 602 Views | By Abhay Avadhani
The strategic move is designed to meet the escalating demand from the country’s booming packaging market which is experiencing significant growth, driven by an expanding middle class and shifting consumer dietary patterns. This trend is creating a surge in demand for liquid packaging inks, prompting Toyo Ink India’s expansion.
Shekhar Barua, head of the liquid ink and plastic colorant business units at Toyo Ink India, said, "The decision to expand production capacity comes at a time when our Gujarat plant is nearing full capacity amid India’s surging demand. He added, "This expansion marks a pivotal step in our journey to lead India’s liquid ink market."
Barua emphasised the company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation: "By scaling up capacity and strengthening our sustainable portfolio, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet evolving customer needs. Our Gujarat plant will not only serve India but also position us as a regional export hub for future growth."
As readers of WhatPackaging? are aware, Toyo Ink India first entered the liquid ink business in India in 2011 as an import operation. Local production commenced in 2013 at the Delhi plant, followed by the Gujarat plant in 2021. The company has built its brand and market share by rapidly introducing products tailored specifically for the Indian market.
Toyo's products include conventional offset inks, UV-curable inks including LED-UV systems, flexographic inks, gravure inks, solvent-free lamination adhesives, inkjet inks, polyurethane resins, colour masterbatches, and pressure-sensitive adhesives.