TACC Ltd, a wholly-owned arm of HEG Ltd, has teamed up with Sri Lanka-based Ceylon Graphene Technologies (CGT) to set up a cutting-edge graphene manufacturing unit at TACC’s facility in India. CGT is a collaboration between LOLC Advanced Technologies and the Sri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology.
This initiative follows a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between TACC and CGT to advance graphene technology and explore its diverse applications, according to a regulatory filing by HEG Ltd, part of the LNJ Bhilwara Group. HEG is a prominent manufacturer of graphite electrodes.
The new facility will focus on large-scale graphene production, catering to global demand for sustainable and innovative solutions. While the investment details were not disclosed, the regulatory filing emphasized the collaboration’s aim to combine Sri Lanka’s premium vein graphite with TACC’s synthetic graphite expertise to create high-quality graphene materials. Known for its unparalleled strength, conductivity, and lightweight properties, graphene is poised to revolutionize sectors like electronics, energy storage, coatings, construction, textiles, and more.
TACC Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of HEG Ltd and part of the LNJ Bhilwara Group, specializes in advanced materials and innovative solutions, with a focus on graphite and its derivatives. Leveraging its expertise in synthetic graphite, TACC plays a pivotal role in driving research, development, and manufacturing of cutting-edge materials for diverse industries.
The company’s commitment to sustainability and technological advancement is reflected in its strategic partnerships, such as the collaboration with Ceylon Graphene Technologies to establish a graphene manufacturing facility in India. TACC Ltd aims to be a leader in high-quality material solutions, contributing to advancements across sectors like energy, electronics, and construction.
HEG Ltd, a flagship company of the LNJ Bhilwara Group, stands as India’s foremost manufacturer of graphite electrodes. Operating one of the world’s largest integrated facilities for producing Ultra High Power (UHP) graphite electrodes, HEG has established a strong global presence, exporting over 70% of its output to more than 30 countries. The company’s success, both domestically and internationally, is rooted in its unwavering commitment to continuous quality enhancement, aligning with global standards, and adapting to emerging challenges to consistently excel in a competitive landscape.
