The viscose staple fiber business of the Aditya Birla Group, Birla Cellulose is venturing into the production of viscose fibers enhanced with graphene for use in textile manufacturing. The company has entered into a joint development agreement with the Bhilwara Group Companies in collaboration with Grasim Industries to develop this project.
As per this agreement, Birla Cellulose will partner with two divisions of the Bhilwara Group Companies to develop these enhanced fibers, as reported by Apparel Resources. A specialist in advanced materials, TACC will provide graphene derivatives to Birla Cellulose for yarn production. Subsequently, textile manufacturer RSWM will utilize these graphene-enhanced viscose fibers to create textiles.
Renowned for its strength, durability, and lightweight properties, Graphene is expected to significantly improve textile performance. By incorporating graphene, the companies aim to produce fabrics that are exceptionally durable, resilient, and offer superior heat regulation.
A flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, Grasim Industries specializes in the production of cellulosic fibers, textiles, and yarn, operating on a global scale, according to its official website. Established in 1947, Grasim Industries also encompasses cement and chemical divisions. In FY24, Grasim Industries reported consolidated net revenue of Rs 1.3 trillion (approximately $15.6 billion), with earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization totaling Rs 208.37 billion (approximately $2.5 billion).
