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1998

First manufacturing facility for piping at Santej, Gujarat

This is where the journey started. Under the license of B F Goodrich, USA, the organisation started manufacturing CPVC pipes for industrial use in its state-of-the-art plant in Santej. A paradigm shift from conventional piping systems.

2000

Pioneers of CPVC Piping system in India

After much persuasion, the trade and consumer communities started transitioning from the GI pipes to the far superior CPVC piping system. As a result, the home segment was seen to gradually adapt to the new and more efficient piping system.

2003

Astral’s first ever nationwide brand campaign launched

With popularity gaining in the Indian market, Astral ramps up its marketing efforts by launching its first-ever nationwide brand campaign.

2004

1st Lead-Free uPVC Piping System of India

Astral’s piping business begins to see sustained profitability. With this, the organization’s growth plans and rollouts accelerate. India’s first Lead-free uPVC plumbing systems launched, thus safeguarding water from being contaminated. Purity of water was ensured.

2007

1st to get NSF approval for CPVC piping in India

NSF ensures public health protection when it comes to food, water, and other consumed products daily. NSF certification means the product is thoroughly examined and certified, ensuring public health and safety. Astral's CPVC Pipes are NSF certified since 2007 and it speaks volumes about our commitment to quality and benchmarks. Astral has been the first company to receive NSF approval in India.

2007

Astral became a public limited company

The equity shares of Astral get listed on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange. With this impetus, the company increased its production capacities and distribution network.

2009

Commissioning of Dholka plant for piping products

As part of its expansion plans, Astral set up a manufacturing plant in Dholka, Gujarat. This enabled the increase in manufacturing capacity manifold. Under the license of IPS USA, Astral established Advance Adhesives to manufacture Solvent Cement in India.

2012

1st to launch lead-free uPVC Column Pipes in India

Astral was the first to launch lead-free uPVC column pipes for submersible pumps, making sure that pure stream water was available end-to-end. This also ensured that there was no level of lead poisoning at the water source. It reflected the company’s mission to protect the environment.

2013

Commissioning of Hosur plant, Tamil Nadu for piping products

The Hosur manufacturing plant enabled Astral to connect with the South India. Having established itself in the West, the organisation’s commitment to understanding geo-specific needs of the customer was seen in this expansion.

2014

SALMAN KHAN COMES ON BOARD AS BRAND AMBASSADOR

To establish itself as a serious player in the market, the company brought Bollywood heartthrob Salman Khan on board as its Brand Ambassador. The brand was strengthened through its focused marketing campaigns across the country.

2014

BOND IT LTD, UK, JOINS ASTRAL FAMILY

Astral acquired Bond It Ltd. UK, a company that is amongst the UK’s leading manufacturers of sealants, adhesives, waterproofing compounds, and other building chemicals.

2014

RESINOVA CHEMIE LIMITED, KANPUR JOINS ASTRAL FAMILY

Having evolved into one of the leading adhesive manufacturers in India, Resinova Chemie Ltd, had a wide range of products and popular brands. Astral’s acquisition of this company showcased its commitment to be a one-stop solution provider for industrial and consumer needs in the real estate space.

2015

ASTRAL SILENCIO PRODUCT LAUNCH

Introduced Astral Silencio, Mr. Nikhil Meswani (GM- Reliance Industries) inaugurated Astral Silenco system - one of the world’s best low-noise drainage piping systems.

2016

CPVC PRO PRODUCT LAUNCH

Astral launched CPVC PRO, one of the most certified CPVC Piping Systems in India. The backward integration process of manufacturing its own CPVC compound contributed to the GOI’s initiative, “Make in India."

2016

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

  • India’s Most Attractive Pipe Brand Award
  • India’s Most Trusted Brand Award(2016, 2019, 2020, 2022 & 2023)
  • ET Inspiring Business Leaders of India Award

These awards reiterated to the nation of Astral’s commitment to growth and innovation

2016

Astral Pipes - A Fortune 500 India Company

Astral Hits the billion-dollar market cap. Characterized by Innovation at every milestone, Astral broke new ground; became a Fortune 500 India Company, and went beyond category codes.

2016

ASTRAL ADHESIVES - SANTEJ PLANT COMMISSIONED

Envisaging growth, Astral Adhesives set up a manufacturing plant in Santej, Gandhinagar. This has helped fortify the sales and supply chain infrastructure.

2018

COMMISSIONING OF GHILOTH PLANT FOR PIPING PRODUCTS

Astral’s Piping plant was commissioned in Ghiloth, Rajasthan with a mandate to cater to markets across North India.

2018

REX POLY EXTRUSION JOINS ASTRAL FAMILY

On acquiring Rex Poly Extrusion, Astral widened its product portfolio. Rex Poly Extrusion operated for more than three decades, offering infrastructure-related piping solutions.

2020

Astral forays into the Water Storage business category

With the introduction of India’s first Anti-Viral Water Tanks with copper shield, Astral forayed into the water storage tank segment.

2021

Astral Pipes ropes in Ranveer Singh as the Brand Ambassador

To strengthen brand salience and reinforce brand consideration, Astral ropes in Bollywood heart-throb, Ranveer Singh as its Brand Ambassador. Ranveer’s popularity and Astral’s commitment to innovation and growth have forged a great partnership.

2021

Astral enters into Sanitaryware & Faucet business category

Astral expands its portfolio by entering the  Sanitaryware and Faucets business with a formidable yet elegant range of bathware solutions that cater to consumer needs in every segment.

2022

Astral pipes signs Allu Arjun as the brand Ambassador for southern market

To enhance its brand equity in the Southern markets, Astral brought the Icon Star - Allu Arjun as the Brand Ambassador.

2022

Astral acquires the controlling stake in Gem Paints; ventures into the paints category

Having served the real estate community for more than two decades, Astral acquired controlling stakes in Bangalore-based Gem Paints to provide a complete portfolio of paint products and solutions.

2022

Astral Pipes' Cuttack Plant gets operational

Having established its presence in the West, South, and North, Astral Pipes commissioned its Cuttack plant with the intention of strengthening its presence and connecting with the industry in the eastern region. Cuttack’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility produces pipes and water tanks.

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