COMPANY OVERVIEW
“Udaipur Cement Works Limited (UCWL), is a Public Limited Company, incorporated on 15th March 1993. Its Registered Office is situated at Udaipur, Rajasthan. The Company is a subsidiary of JK Lakshmi Cement Limited (JKLC), a renowned name in the Indian Cement Industry for about four decades. The Company is listed on BSE Ltd. Both JKLC and UCWL are part of the prestigious business conglomerate “JK Organisation” (JKO) that has rich business legacy of more than 135 years and boasts operations in India and abroad with a leadership presence in the fields of Cement, Tyre, Paper, Agri Genetics and Dairy Products.
Company’s philosophy is based on sustainable growth and developmental framework that works for a better tomorrow. We relentlessly focus on product quality, customer satisfaction and innovation. This has helped us push the boundaries and tap the immense potential for development in the infrastructure and construction sectors in the country. Right from gaining foothold in the new and emerging markets in the country to invest in the latest R&D, we have continued to be a resilient performer despite the constantly evolving challenges of the cement sector.
The Company has an integrated Cement Manufacturing unit with an installed cement production capacity of 4.7 million tons per annum (MTPA). The company has ingrained “Sustainable Development” as one of the key ethos, of its daily business activity, led by the Integrated Sustainable Development Policy for its System structures. The working principles of the Company have been aligned to contribute to the nation’s commitment to meet the United Nations – Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs). The Company upholds the highest levels of system standards such as ISO Certification for Environment (14001), Occupational Health and Safety (45001), Energy (50001), and Quality Management (9001) Systems. Going beyond the general industry practice, the Company has also inventoried its carbon and water footprint as per ISO 14064 – 1 and ISO 14046.
In line with the agenda of Climate change and the COP26 commitments made by the nation, today the Company meets more than 45% of its total electricity requirement from the green renewable sources, i.e., Solar and WHRS. During FY 2021-22, the Company ramped up its solar power generation capacity by 4.35 MW, in addition to the existing 10.1 MW, further totaling it to 14.45 MW. The Company has also consumed about 100,000 MWh of green energy that has mitigated around 85,000 tons of CO2 emissions, which is equivalent to 34 Lakh trees mitigating CO2 emissions/year, during the last 2 fiscal years. Being a resource-responsible corporate, the Company has done considerable work in water conservation and stands around 2 times water positive and has saved about 3.6 lakh tons of virgin-natural resources by replacing them with waste-derived raw materials in the process.
With the blend of modern technology and rich legacy, UCWL manufactures world class cement under the brand name- Platinum Heavy Duty Cement. The cement is made using latest superior PSD Technology which provides a wide array of benefits to the consumers like 10% more volume, high initial strength, superior workability and fast setting. The company did not rest on its laurels and went an extra mile to deliver the highest form of premium offering – Platinum Supremo Cement positioned as Roof Specialist with a brand promise- “Ab Har Roof Bane Zabardast Strong”. The Brand is built around the five Supreme pillars for a long-lasting roof i.e. strength, fineness, bonding, servicing and packaging.
This incredible communion is the source of inspiration for JK Organisation, which also embodies a perfect blend of rich legacy of over 135 years and modern work culture. JK Organisation a very well respected name in the Indian industry contributing in the various sectors important to the national growth. Its major interests are in the field of production of Tyres, Paper, Cement, Automotive transmission system, Agri-Genetics, Dairy Products, Education etc. JK Group has been committed to “Make in India’ even in the pre-independence era by manufacturing products of impeccable quality to substitute imported goods. It has been in cement business for over four decades and distinguishes itself based on its innovative practices and initiatives aimed at customer satisfaction.
All products of the JK Organisation have a strong brand recall and enjoy a significant market share in their respective segments. The strong brand equity of the JK Organisation has been built through use of latest technologies, continuous research & development, innovation and professional management. JK Organisation has set up highly reputed Research and Development Institutes in various fields”.