Indian Steel Expansion Drives Major EquipmentInvestment
In a strategic move that underscores India's growingindustrial footprint, Metso Corporation has secured a substantial contract toprovide critical grinding equipment for a greenfield iron ore processing plantin Odisha state. The announcement, made on April 29, 2025, represents asignificant milestone in India's mineral processing sector. Though the exactvalue remains undisclosed, the order has been officially recorded in Metso'sMinerals segment first-quarter orders for 2025.
Comprehensive Technology Package EmphasizesSustainability
The comprehensive equipment package includes multiple ballmills and Vertimill® grinding mills with a combined installed power exceeding35MW. Additionally, the order encompasses MD slurry pumps and MHC™hydrocyclones, alongside installation and commissioning advisory services andessential spare parts. These technologies form part of Metso's Plus portfolio,which is specifically designed to deliver operational savings, particularly inpower consumption, aligning with global sustainability initiatives in themining sector.
Building on Established Partnership
This contract builds upon an existing relationship betweenMetso and the unnamed steel company. Vijay Dhar, Vice President of MineralsSales for Middle East and India at Metso, highlighted the significance of thiscontinued collaboration: "We have a long history of supporting thiscustomer with key technologies for their strategic projects. We are pleased toagain partner in this project, where proven technology and sustainable energyefficiency are required for processing iron ore at such a large plant."
Technology Innovations Drive Efficiency
The Vertimill® technology included in this order representsa significant advancement in grinding efficiency. These vertical grinding millstypically require 30-50% less energy than traditional ball mills for similarapplications, while also reducing media consumption and maintenancerequirements. The MHC™ hydrocyclones further enhance efficiency by providingprecise particle classification, which is essential for optimizing downstreamprocesses in iron ore beneficiation.
Key Takeaways:
• Metso has secured one of its largest grinding equipmentorders in India for a new iron ore processing plant in Odisha, featuring ballmills and Vertimill® technology with over 35MW of installed power.
• The order builds on Metso's previous supply ofconcentrate filters to the same project, demonstrating the company'sestablished relationship with this major Indian steel producer.
• Energy-efficient technologies in the Metso Plus portfoliocould deliver up to 30% power consumption savings, supporting India'sindustrial growth while addressing environmental sustainability concerns.
