INOX Air Products Announces ₹500 Crore Investment in Dholera to Power India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem
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To establish India’s first Electronic Specialty Gas Hub supporting semiconductor fabs and OSAT units
In a strategic move to bolster India’s rapidly emerging semiconductor and electronics manufacturing ecosystem, INOX Air Products (INOXAP) — the country’s leading producer of industrial and electronic gases — has announced plans to invest ₹500 crore in expanding its gas purification, logistics, and specialty gas supply infrastructure.
The company has already acquired a significant land parcel in Dholera, Gujarat, where it will develop an Electronic Specialty Gas Hub, designed to support semiconductor fabs and Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) units across India.
Currently in an advanced stage of planning, the upcoming Hub will produce and supply Ultra High Purity (UHP) bulk and specialty gases — including Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, and Hydrogen — all of which are critical to advanced semiconductor fabrication processes.
Positioned as both a production and fulfillment centre, the facility will ensure reliable, contamination-free delivery of gases to semiconductor and electronics manufacturers across the country.
Strengthening India’s Semiconductor Supply Chain
This ₹500 crore investment underlines INOXAP’s commitment to build a self-reliant, high-tech gas supply ecosystem aligned with the Government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.The planned expansion will focus on:
Increasing gas purification capacities for UHP applications
Establishing import-linked supply chains for critical specialty gases
Deploying advanced logistics and packaging solutions tailored for the semiconductor industry
Siddharth Jain, Managing Director – INOX Air Products, said:
“INOXAP is proud to invest in Dholera, reinforcing our commitment to building a future-ready, self-reliant supply chain for India’s semiconductor ambitions. With the Hub, we are building the foundation for a self-reliant supply chain that can power the ambitions of global chipmakers and electronic manufacturers choosing India for setting up fabs. With a pan-India footprint and decades of operational excellence, we are deploying the full breadth of our engineering and execution capabilities for creating a world-class infrastructure. This initiative is deeply aligned with the vision of Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, enabling India to compete at a global scale.”
Serving India’s First Semiconductor Facility
INOXAP is already supplying ultra-high purity gases and contamination-free delivery systems to India’s first semiconductor project in Gujarat, demonstrating its readiness to serve advanced fabs and OSAT units.
The company operates six large Air Separation Units (ASUs) in Gujarat, producing Liquid Oxygen, Liquid Nitrogen, and Liquid Argon, catering to diverse industrial sectors including semiconductors, solar cells, and electronics manufacturing.
With access to global best practices through its long-standing partnership with Air Products & Chemicals Inc., USA, INOXAP is uniquely positioned to deliver reliability, safety, and quality at par with global semiconductor standards.
Critical Role of Specialty Gases in Semiconductor Manufacturing
Specialty and bulk gases are essential to semiconductor fabrication — used in etching, deposition, doping, and chamber cleaning processes. Their ultra-high purity directly impacts wafer integrity, device performance, and fabrication yield, making reliable gas supply a strategic pillar for India’s semiconductor mission.
About INOX Air Products
Founded in 1963 as Industrial Oxygen Company Ltd, INOX Air Products today stands as India’s largest manufacturer of industrial and medical gases. With more than 50 operating locations, a production capacity exceeding 4,700 tonnes per day (TPD), and a workforce of over 1,700 professionals, the company serves 1,800+ customers across multiple industrial sectors.
Since 1999, INOXAP has operated as a joint venture between the Jain family and Air Products & Chemicals Inc., USA, marking one of India’s longest-running Indo-American partnerships in manufacturing.
For more details, visit: www.inoxairproducts.com
For more details, visit: www.inoxairproducts.com Disclaimer: This article is based on an official press release issued by Inox Air Products on October 6, 2025. The information has been factually retained without independent verification. Image Credits: Inox Air Products
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