NSL Sets New Production Records, Reaches Rated Capacity
NMDC Steel Limited (NSL), India’s newest and most modern steel plant, achieved multiple production milestones, marking its third record-breaking performance this month.
The plant reached its rated capacity, showcasing its rapid scale-up and strong potential to lead the next generation of steel manufacturing in India. At the Raw Material Handling System (RMHS), NSL recorded its highest-ever daily basemix production at 23,307 tonnes. It also achieved its fastest tippling time of just 2 hours and 35 minutes, reflecting significant operational efficiency.
Building on this impetus, the Coke Oven (CO) unit achieved its highest daily pushings with 186 pushings, while the Blast Furnace delivered a stellar performance by recording its highest daily hot metal production of 11,034 tonnes. Adding to the string of achievements, the Steel Melting Shop (SMS) tapped 52 heats and produced 9,342 tonnes of liquid steel, setting a new operational milestone.
In another significant leap, the Power and Blowing Station (PBS) achieved and exceeded its rated capacity with the Top Recovery Turbine (TRT) generating over 15 MW of power for the first time; an output that emphasized NSL’s commitment to energy optimization.
The day also witnessed exceptional performances across other key units. The Sinter Plant achieved a robust production of 12,886 tonnes of sinter; the Thin Slab Caster (TSC) produced 8,850 tonnes of crude steel; and the Hot Strip Mill (HSM) delivered 8,673 tonnes of HR coils, reflecting synchronized precision and operational excellence across the entire value chain.
Shri Amitava Mukherjee, CMD, NMDC Steel Limited and NMDC, said, “These record-breaking performances reflect NSL’s commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and resilience. It is a proud and defining moment for all of us, as we continue to raise the bar and set new benchmarks for India’s steel industry. Team NSL’s determination, passion, and trailblazing spirit in achieving these historic milestones not only strengthen our position but also contribute meaningfully towards India’s vision of achieving 300 million tonnes of steel production capacity. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to everyone involved in making this possible.”
Furthering its capabilities, NSL successfully supplied liquid nitrogen for the first time to the Chhattisgarh Government, enhancing its contribution to the regional industrial ecosystem. Moreover, the STG-2 of PBS resynchronised operations with a refurbished rotor operating at 24 MW. This move is projected to reduce electricity costs by an impressive ₹10 crore to ₹13 crore per month in tune with NSL’s focus on sustainability and cost optimization.
