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- Usha Martin Limited is an Indian multinational company specializing in the manufacturing and supply of specialty steel wire ropes, wires, strands, prestressing steel products, and related accessories. It produces a diverse range of high-performance wire ropes including fiber core wire ropes, steel core wire ropes (IWRC and WSC), and pre-stressing strands used in construction, infrastructure, oil and gas, mining, and other heavy industries. The company also manufactures jelly-filled and optical fiber telecommunication cables and offers rigging services, installation, inspection, and customized wire rope solutions globally. Founded in 1961 and headquartered in Kolkata, India, Usha Martin operates manufacturing facilities in India and internationally, with sales and distribution networks in countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Dubai, Thailand, and Singapore.
Recent major developments include the ongoing ramp-up of the wave-1 capital expenditure program at its Ranchi facility focused on expanding capacity for value-added wire rope products, with commercial operations expected to start from Q1 FY25. This expansion aims to enhance competitive positioning and growth in high value segments. Usha Martin continues to deepen engagement with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and expand its international presence. The company also approved stock options under its 2024 Employee Stock Option Plan as part of strategic talent retention and incentive measures. Over the last 1-2 years, Usha Martin has prioritized sustainability initiatives, efficiency improvements, and product innovation, including development of new composite ropes, to maintain leadership in safety, quality standards, and customized client solutions across global markets.
Usha Martin’s product portfolio comprehensively covers steel wire ropes, low relaxation prestressed concrete (LRPC) strands, high-tensile wires, bright bars, specialty wires, and cables, serving diverse industrial applications and demanding operational environments worldwide. The company’s focus on quality control, technical service support, and global customized solutions enables it to address critical applications in lifting, towing, mooring, and material handling sectors effectively. With a broad geographic footprint and strategic partnerships enhancing supply chain and technological capabilities, Usha Martin remains a leading player in the specialty steel wire solutions industry globally.