Manaksia Coated Metals & Industries Limited, listed on NSE as MANAKCOAT and on BSE as 539046, has announced a planned shutdown of its Continuous Galvanising Line as part of a major technology upgrade and capacity expansion initiative. The company, known for manufacturing and exporting galvanised and pre-painted steel in both coil and sheet forms, is transitioning its existing galvanised steel line to Aluminium-Zinc coated steel, a segment witnessing rising demand in both domestic and export markets.
The upgrade involves the conversion of the Continuous Galvanising Line to Aluminium-Zinc coating technology, along with higher operational line speeds. As a result, the installed capacity of the line will increase from 1,32,000 metric tonnes per annum to 1,80,000 metric tonnes per annum, marking a capacity expansion of around 36 percent. The planned shutdown commenced in December, and the company expects production of Aluminium-Zinc coated steel to stabilise from January 2026.
This transition is aligned with Manaksia Coated Metals’ strategy to move towards a higher-value product mix. Aluminium-Zinc coated steel typically enjoys stronger market acceptance and commands premium pricing due to its superior corrosion resistance and longer service life compared to conventional galvanised products. The company expects the upgraded line to improve overall productivity and operating efficiency while lowering coating costs per metric tonne without compromising performance quality.
The conversion is also expected to enhance energy efficiency across the line, supporting better cost management and sustainable operations. With improved operational metrics and access to higher-margin products, the upgrade is likely to contribute positively to EBITDA over the medium term.
