PP Rolling Mills, a leading manufacturer and supplier of rolling mills, tube mills, and related equipment, is now the new shareholder of Pomini Long Rolling Mills. Pomini LRM is a renowned Italian company that specialises in long rolling mills for special steels, rebars, rails, and associated technologies. This move by PPRM expands its presence in the European market and solidifies its commitment to delivering exceptional products and services worldwide.
The Indian steel industry is expected to rise from 120 million tonnes to 300 million tonnes by 2030, positioning it as the world's fastest-growing steel market. Leveraging PPRM's established customer relationships and Pomini LRM's extensive experience in producing special steels and rails, they will be well-equipped to provide solutions for this booming market.
PPRM already serves over 300 steel rolling mills and collaborates with major heavy equipment manufacturers such as TATA Steel, JSPL, Sanyo Steels, Primetals, and Kobelco, among others. Meanwhile, Pomini LRM has a strong international presence in over 70 countries, enabling them to tackle the challenges of the steel industry. With five production sites in India and a service hub in Italy, they aim to provide improved performance, accuracy, and sustainability to their customers. Furthermore, the Tech Centre in Milan will drive innovation and the development of new technologies for the steel sector. With a typical yield of 96-97 per cent at the Pomini LRM plant, this union of Indian entrepreneurship and Italian innovation and design will usher in a new era in the global steel industry.
Pankaj Khanna, MD, PP Rolling Mills, expressed, "Our growth will be fuelled by driving innovation through R&D, introducing world-class products from Pomini LRM, and expanding our overseas operations. We aim to provide our clients with an unrivalled selection of sophisticated steel rolling mill solutions, manufactured and sourced based on the highest manufacturing and quality standards, inspired by the Toyota Production System. This milestone signifies our commitment to supporting Indo-Italian trade and development for the benefit of our employees, customers, suppliers, and the wider community."
Ernesto Bottone, CEO and Member of the Board, Pomini Long Rolling Mills said, "The tremendous potential of this collaboration holds the promise of transforming the industry and delivering unparalleled sustainability, innovation, quality, safety, and reliability to customers. Pomini Long Rolling Mills will continue to operate independently in Italy from their HQ in Legnano (Milan) with their qualified human resources while providing respect for customers, partners, suppliers, and communities where both companies operate."
Claudio Maffioletti, Secretary General, The Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said, "The participation of PP Rolling Mills as shareholders of Pomini LRM is another bright example of the synergy between the know-how of Made in Italy technologies and the huge potential for market penetration offered by the Make in India scheme. We welcome this venture as a further step towards the progressive integration of the Italian and Indian economies and the development of Indo-Italian business relations."
Naveen Jindal, the visionary leader and Chairman, Jindal Steel expressed, "We share a longstanding relationship with Pomini LRM, and we look to further strengthen our partnership with Pomini LRM as we continue to seize opportunities for building a self-reliant India. PP Rolling Mills and Pomini LRM together can fuel Jindal Steel's ambitions to stay at the forefront of technological advancements and maintain a competitive edge in the market."
Ruggero Brunori, CEO of Ferriera Valsabbia SpA shared, "The partnership between Pomini LRM and PPRM signifies an even stronger commitment to delivering high-quality solutions that not only meet customer needs but also exceed their expectations. The ultimate objective is to strengthen Ferriera Valsabbia's position as a leader in the iron and steel sector, offering customers tangible added value in a competitive manner."
Maurizio Carminati, President of the General Confederation of Italian Industry - Alto Milanese, "The prosperity and advancement of our region depend heavily on the industry that thrives within it and the ability of companies to attract and nurture talented individuals who drive progress. Therefore, initiatives like this partnership are highly valued and align with the foundational principles of our local industrial economy, which gave rise to Pomini LRM and the Italian mechanical industry."
