Nandi Papers Private Limited is building a greenfield kraft paper mill with a planned capacity of 90,000 tons per year near Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Commercial production is scheduled to begin by April 2028, according to The Pulp and Paper Times.
The project is under implementation. The company says the site’s proximity to a major port will reduce handling time and transport costs. The report does not disclose the investment amount.
What will the new kraft paper mill produce?
The mill will make high BF kraft paper (above 30 BF) and value-added paper products, in a basis weight range of 80 to 300 g/m² with an untrimmed reel width of 3,920 mm. Nandi Papers expects demand for high BF kraft to grow 7 to 8% a year. It plans to serve the local market first and pursue exports later.
Which technology partners are involved?
ANDRITZ will supply the OCC line, approach flow system and white top line. ST Macchine SpA of Italy is providing the headbox system. IBS is supplying dewatering ceramic tops and an EVA vacuum control system, and Kadant Johnson Europe B.V. the steam and condensate system. ADPAP of Finland supplies the starch preparation system, Shandong Tianrui Maglev Pump of China the maglev vacuum pumps, and Globe Radio Private Limited the rewinder.
Drying cylinders and the paper machine hood are being sourced from Chinese manufacturers that the report does not name. The effluent treatment plant, boiler system and turbine generator are still under discussion with suppliers. Aquatherm Engineering Consultants (India) Pvt. Ltd. is handling detailed engineering for the utility section, and C2C Consultancy for balance-of-plant facilities.
What does the project mean for India’s paper industry?
The project adds kraft paper capacity near Chennai, with the company targeting the local market first. Chairman and Managing Director J. Ramesh Chowdary said: “Our vision is to build a modern and efficient paper mill equipped with advanced global technology.”
Market Reaction and Industry Response
The report carries no reaction from industry bodies or analysts, and no market data on kraft paper prices. Nandi Papers is a private company, so there is no share-price reaction.
What Happens Next?
The company still has to finalise the effluent treatment plant, boiler and turbine generator suppliers. The next milestone given in the report is the start of commercial production by April 2028.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the Nandi Papers kraft paper mill?
It has a planned installed capacity of 90,000 tons per year, near Chennai in Tamil Nadu.
When will the mill start production?
Commercial production is scheduled to begin by April 2028.
Who is supplying the main equipment?
ANDRITZ supplies the OCC line, approach flow system and white top line, and ST Macchine SpA of Italy supplies the headbox system, among other partners.
Source: The Pulp and Paper Times, 5 November 2026.
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