RINL posts robust growth in output, turnover

Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), the corporate entity of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP), has registered a strong performance in the 2025–26 financial year, recording a 52 per cent surge across key production segments compared to the previous fiscal. The company also posted a 22 per cent rise in annual turnover, signalling improved operational efficiency and better capacity utilisation.

In an official statement issued on Wednesday, a company spokesperson said that hot metal production touched 5.95 million tonnes during the year, up from 3.91 million tonnes in 2024–25. Liquid steel output increased to 5.69 million tonnes from 3.75 million tonnes, while crude steel production rose to 5.43 million tonnes, registering a 51 per cent growth over the 3.58 million tonnes recorded in the previous year.

On the commercial front, RINL’s sales turnover climbed to approximately ₹22,311 crore, compared to ₹18,288 crore in the previous fiscal, reflecting steady improvement in market performance. Sales volume also witnessed a notable jump, reaching 4.42 million tonnes, up from 3.49 million tonnes last year, marking a 27 per cent increase.

Officials attributed the improved performance to a combination of enhanced productivity, better cost management practices, and a renewed focus on customer-centric operations. The streamlining of processes, efficient utilisation of raw materials, and optimisation of production cycles were cited as key factors behind the growth.

The company stated that it remains committed to further strengthening its core operations, improving product quality, and expanding its market footprint. It also aims to enhance its competitiveness in both domestic and global steel markets through sustained efficiency and innovation.