ANDRITZ to supply new recovery boiler to Century Pulp and Paper in India

INDIA – International technology group ANDRITZ has secured an order to supply a new recovery boiler to Century Pulp and Paper’s integrated mill in Lalkuan, Uttarakhand.

The project, scheduled for start-up in the first quarter of 2027, is expected to significantly boost the mill’s green energy generation capacity and environmental performance.

The new recovery boiler, designed with a capacity of 950 tonnes of dry solids per day (tds/d), will replace one of the mill’s existing units. Supplied on an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) basis, the scope of delivery includes a modern electrostatic precipitator to ensure low particulate matter emissions, aligning with India’s tightening environmental standards.

The boiler will process black liquor derived from a diverse raw material mix including hardwood, bamboo, and bagasse, which are integral to India’s pulp and paper industry.

Mr. Ajay Gupta, CEO of Century Pulp and Paper, emphasized the importance of the investment, “Our new recovery boiler from ANDRITZ will significantly enhance our mill’s environmental performance and ensure a stable supply of green energy over a long period of time.”

From ANDRITZ’s side, Mr. Sridhar Gopalan, Managing Director & CEO of ANDRITZ Technologies, India, noted, “We greatly appreciate the trust placed in our team and technology. Our advanced recovery boiler technology offers substantial advantages in terms of safety, availability, and operational efficiency.”

This marks the seventh new recovery boiler that ANDRITZ has delivered in India, further consolidating its role as a key technology partner for the country’s growing pulp and paper sector.

The company has been instrumental in supporting Indian mills with advanced solutions that improve operational efficiency while reducing environmental impact.

Century Pulp and Paper, part of the Aditya Birla Group, is among India’s largest single-location producers of paper, board, tissue, and pulp.

Established in 1984, the mill has steadily expanded its operations and product portfolio, with a strong focus on sustainable manufacturing.

The new boiler investment is expected to help the company meet rising domestic demand for eco-friendly paper and packaging materials, fueled by India’s rapid shift away from single-use plastics.

The value of the order has not been disclosed, but industry observers say the project underscores both Century’s long-term sustainability strategy and India’s broader transition to greener industrial practices.

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