Shyam Metalics expands into crash barrier manufacturing to strengthen road and rail safety

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

BHUBANESWAR, SEPTEMBER 9, 2025

Shyam Metalics, one of India’s leading integrated metal producers, has announced its entry into the crash barrier manufacturing segment, targeting a market share of 8–10% in FY 2025–26. The company has begun production at its Giridih facility, which has an annual capacity of 24,000 MT and employs more than 150 skilled professionals.

With infrastructure investments in India expected to drive crash barrier demand by 25% annually, Shyam Metalics is positioning itself for accelerated growth. The company plans to set up a ₹50-crore manufacturing facility in Sambalpur with a production capacity of 60 KTPA to serve the South and West Indian markets. In FY 2026–27, it intends to further diversify its portfolio with an additional ₹50-crore investment at Giridih, expanding into transmission line towers, railway electrification structures, solar panel structures, lighting poles, and other products.

The Giridih plant, established in 2014, commenced crash barrier production in August 2025. Operating round the clock, the facility adheres to international quality and IS standards, with a galvanization unit ensuring long-term durability. Its current product range includes W Metal Beam Crash Barriers, Thrie Metal Beam Crash Barriers, and W Beam Railway Guard Rails, catering to Indian Railways and National Highways projects.

Commenting on the milestone, Brij Bhushan Agarwal, Chairman & Managing Director of Shyam Metalics, said: “The launch of our crash barrier unit marks a significant step in strengthening India’s road and railway safety. With a 24,000 MT annual capacity and a team of 150 professionals driving precision and innovation, we are confident of achieving an 8–10% market share in the coming fiscal. This business alone has the potential to add nearly 50% more value to our Giridih operations over the next few years. As India’s infrastructure spending accelerates, we see immense growth potential and remain committed to building a safer, stronger, and more self-reliant nation.”

In addition to serving Indian infrastructure projects, Shyam Metalics is exploring opportunities to export crash barriers to the Middle East, Europe, and Africa in the coming years.

Shyam Metalics is one of India’s fastest-growing integrated metal producers with a presence across West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh. Its diversified portfolio spans long steel products, ferro alloys, aluminium, and stainless steel. The company was listed on Indian stock exchanges in 2021 and currently has a market capitalization of ₹26,351 crore. Headquartered in Kolkata, Shyam Metalics is among the largest producers of ferro alloys in India. With an aggregate installed metal capacity of 15.13 MTPA and captive power capacity of 467 MW, the company is a key player across the steel value chain, including pellets, sponge iron, and downstream products.