Himadri ships first liquid coal tar pitch export to Middle East

Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd (HSCL) announced on December 1, 2025, the successful completion of its first-ever liquid coal tar pitch export shipment to the Middle East. The 3,600-tonne consignment departed from Himadri's terminal at the New Mangalore Port, establishing a second export corridor in addition to its Haldia terminal. This strategic move enhances Himadri's capacity to serve industrial demand across global regions, particularly the Middle East and the Americas.

Liquid coal tar pitch is an essential raw material for aluminum smelting, graphite electrode manufacturing, and other high-temperature industrial uses. This successful shipment demonstrates Himadri's technical expertise and capability to meet global heavy industry demands through integrated logistics and port infrastructure.

Anurag Choudhary, chairman & managing director and chief executive officer of Himadri, highlighted this shipment as a defining milestone, reflecting the company's commitment to large-scale, high-quality exports, reliability, and operational excellence. Himadri aims to expand its international footprint, focusing on the Middle East and the Americas, driven by increasing demand for high-performance carbon materials.