Sekisui Chemical Considers Local India Production of High-Performance Interlayer Films

Sekisui Chemical Considers Local Interlayer Film Production in India

Sekisui Chemical Co Ltd is considering producing high-performance interlayer films locally in India as demand for the technology is expected to increase with accelerating adoption of head-up displays (HUDs). HUD deployment is expanding particularly in high-end models from local Indian automakers, including Tata Motors Limited. The company expects this market development to support greater demand for high-performance interlayer films and is evaluating local production as part of its strategy to establish supply capabilities in regions where mobility-related demand is expected to grow.

Thailand Plant Expansion Supports Regional Supply

The company is currently expanding its interlayer film production capacity at its Thailand plant, with an investment of JPY 8 billion. The new production line is scheduled to begin operations in the second half of 2026, and most of the additional production capacity is expected to serve the Thai market. This expansion forms part of Sekisui Chemical's broader effort to increase sales of high-performance interlayer membranes while strengthening production capabilities in markets where demand is expected to expand.

India and ASEAN Identified for Future Supply Expansion

Sekisui Chemical has identified mobility as one of its three strategic fields and plans to increase sales of high-performance interlayer membranes for automotive applications. Alongside the Thailand capacity expansion, the company will consider strengthening its supply system for India and ASEAN, where market growth is anticipated. Local production in India would allow the company to cultivate demand closer to emerging customers while supporting its regional mobility strategy. The company is therefore evaluating production systems that can respond to changing demand across key Asian markets.

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What is Sekisui Chemical considering for the Indian automotive market?
Sekisui Chemical is considering local production of high-performance interlayer films in India as demand for head-up displays continues to accelerate, particularly in premium vehicle models. The company expects increasing HUD adoption to support demand for advanced interlayer films used in automotive applications. It is also expanding production capacity at its Thailand plant through a JPY 8 billion investment, with a new line planned for operation in the second half of 2026. The company will additionally consider strengthening supply capabilities for India and ASEAN as regional mobility markets grow.