SCG International India Co., Ltd. (SCG INTL INDIA), in the cement and construction products business, has partnered with "Big Bloc Construction Limited" (BCL) from India to operate in the lightweight brick and lightweight wall panel sector. They are establishing a manufacturing plant with a project value of 410 million baht, with a total production capacity of approximately 2.6 million square meters (or about 250,000 cubic meters) in Gujarat, India, a region with high and continuously growing construction value.

The joint venture between SCG INTL INDIA and BCL is valued at 891 million Indian Rupees (approximately 410 million baht), with shareholding ratios of 48% and 52%, respectively. Following the signing of the joint venture agreement, it is expected that the construction of the plant will take about one year before it can commence commercial operations.

 

Big Bloc Construction Limited (BCL), established in 2015, is a publicly listed company on the Indian stock market and a leader in the construction industry in western India. Their lightweight bricks and wall panels are environmentally friendly construction materials that significantly enhance construction efficiency, as they reduce both time and costs.

 

“We are very pleased to collaborate with SCG, which has expertise and leadership in construction materials in Thailand and Southeast Asia, to jointly expand the construction materials market and enhance Big Bloc's product line. We believe that the lightweight wall panels developed through this collaboration will advance building construction in India, as they address both speed and quality in construction. Additionally, we are well-prepared to meet the rapidly growing market demands,” said Mr. Narayan Sabu, CEO of Big Bloc Construction Limited.

 

SCG INTL INDIA, under SCG International Corporation, is committed to exchanging experiences, expertise in international marketing, technology, and knowledge in the construction business to maximize benefits in this joint venture, aligning with SCG International Corporation's goal of being 'The Most Trusted International Business Partner.' Meanwhile, BCL is leveraging its strengths in business networks, such as architects and real estate developers, to expand and penetrate the Indian construction industry market.

 

“SCG International operates under the principles of ESG (Environment, Social & Good Governance), so we are committed to delivering solutions that meet customer needs and ensuring sustainable growth in the communities where we operate. Therefore, we take this seriously, using our knowledge and experience to provide comprehensive solutions beyond just selling products. This joint venture with Big Bloc is a significant step for SCG to enter the market,”

The construction solutions in India, where lightweight wall panels are widely used in Thailand, reflect numerous benefits in building construction, such as reducing construction time, labor usage, and being environmentally friendly. This joint venture is a strong collaboration as it utilizes the strengths of each company to develop this project together,” said Mr. Abhijit Datta, Managing Director of SCG International Corporation.