Hindustan Zinc, Group Nirmal Partner to Set Up Zinc Wire Facility in Rajasthan

Hindustan Zinc Ltd, the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and among the top ten global silver producers, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Group Nirmal to set up a zinc wire manufacturing facility at the company’s flagship Zinc Industrial Park at Khankhala, Bhilwara district of Rajasthan. The collaboration further strengthens Hindustan Zinc’s long-term vision of building a robust downstream zinc manufacturing ecosystem in India focused on high-value industrial applications.

Under the agreement, Group Nirmal will manufacture zinc wire products using Hindustan Zinc’s Special High Grade (SHG) zinc, catering to sectors such as infrastructure, renewable energy, automotive, and industrial engineering. Zinc wire is a critical input for thermal spray coating and metallizing processes, where it is melted and sprayed onto steel surfaces to form a protective zinc coating. This process provides durable anti-corrosion protection to steel structures and critical assets, including bridges, transmission towers, railways, ports, pipelines, and industrial installations exposed to aggressive environmental conditions. These coatings significantly enhance structural longevity, improve operational reliability, and reduce lifecycle maintenance requirements, making them an increasingly preferred solution for sustainable infrastructure protection.

The Zinc Park proposal, first announced by the Chief Minister of Rajasthan Bhajan Lal Sharma alongside Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal at the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit in December 2024, continues to progress through phased investor partnerships and strategic collaborations. Hindustan Zinc remains committed to building a world-class manufacturing hub anchored on sustainability, circular economy principles, and renewable energy adoption, while driving regional economic development.

Commenting on the partnership, Arun Misra, CEO & Whole-time Director – Hindustan Zinc, said, “Zinc Park is a strategic initiative that reflects our long-term vision of creating a globally competitive and sustainable downstream ecosystem for zinc-based industries in India. Our partnership with Group Nirmal highlights the growing industry confidence in this transformative platform. Zinc wire manufacturing is a critical segment supporting corrosion protection and infrastructure longevity across sectors. Through strong industry collaborations, renewable energy integration, and assured supply chain support, we aim to drive innovation, strengthen domestic manufacturing, and create long-term industrial value.”

Through this collaboration, Hindustan Zinc Ltd will enable assured raw material linkage and extend long-term ecosystem support for Group Nirmal’s proposed operations at the Zinc Industrial Park. Developed in collaboration with RIICO (Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation), the park is a dedicated downstream manufacturing hub designed to integrate raw material availability with value-added zinc production. Strategically located near Hindustan Zinc’s key metal operations, the initiative is expected to strengthen domestic supply chains, attract investments across galvanizing, die-casting, zinc alloys, zinc oxide, battery materials, and advanced zinc applications, while supporting industrial growth, employment generation, and broader regional economic development in Rajasthan.

Group Nirmal’s expertise in manufacturing and industrial solutions will further strengthen Zinc Park’s downstream ecosystem, with the collaboration expected to enhance operational efficiencies and support rising demand for advanced corrosion protection solutions across infrastructure and industrial sectors. Zinc’s superior anti-corrosion properties make it a critical enabler of long-term infrastructure durability and sustainability globally. Zinc-based thermal spray coatings significantly extend the lifespan of steel structures, improve asset reliability, and reduce lifecycle maintenance costs, as India’s continued investments in infrastructure, renewable energy, transportation, and urban development drive sustained demand for such applications.

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