Graphite India Partners with Kivoro for Graphene Additives in India

Graphite India Limited has announced an exclusive partnership with Kivoro to commercialize graphene-based heat transfer additives in India. The agreement designates Graphite India as the exclusive distributor of Kivoro’s Heat Transfer Additive technology within the Indian corrugated paperboard sector. This partnership aims to enhance thermal performance and reduce energy consumption in the industry.

The financial terms of the agreement have not been disclosed in the filing. However, the partnership is structured to leverage Graphite India’s established market presence and customer relationships across India. The collaboration is expected to facilitate the distribution and adoption of Kivoro’s proprietary technology, focusing on improving operational efficiencies in the corrugated paperboard industry.

The scope of the agreement includes the deployment of Kivoro’s Heat Transfer Additive technology in corrugator plants across India. The technology is designed to enhance heat transfer efficiency, enabling higher throughput, reduced steam consumption, and improved board quality. The partnership aims to support the modernization of production lines by incorporating advanced thermal additives, which can lead to higher machine speeds, lower energy consumption, and reduced production costs.

The corrugated paperboard sector in India is experiencing rapid modernization due to rising energy costs and increasing demand for high-quality packaging. The incorporation of graphene-based thermal additives is positioned to address these challenges by improving production efficiency and sustainability. The partnership aligns with Graphite India’s strategy to introduce high-impact innovations that deliver operational benefits to the Indian market.

The implementation timeline and specific milestones for the deployment of the technology have not been detailed in the filing. However, the agreement marks a strategic collaboration between Graphite India and Kivoro, focusing on accelerating the adoption of advanced materials in the Indian corrugated industry.

Kivoro, a spin-off of Graphenea, specializes in advanced graphene-based additives engineered to enhance industrial processes. The company focuses on improving thermal, mechanical, and chemical performance in energy-intensive sectors. Kivoro’s solutions are designed to be scalable and easily integrated into existing industrial processes.

Graphite India Limited is a leading provider of graphite-based industrial solutions in India. The company has extensive experience serving the steel, energy, chemical, and emerging technology sectors. Graphite India is committed to innovation and long-term customer partnerships, supporting the adoption of advanced materials and performance-enhancing solutions in the Indian market.