To support continued growth, Germany-based nonwovens producer, TWE is currently building a new production site in Bhopal, India. This facility will initially house two hygiene lines targeting ADL and lightweight topsheet and backsheet applications for the baby, feminine care, and adult incontinence markets. The site is designed for scalable expansion, with space for up to four to six lines in total.

TWE is already present in India through its joint venture partnership with Obeetee Textiles (OTL). As part of this collaboration, TWE owns a 50% shareholding in OTL, a key player in the Indian nonwovens market, particularly the automotives segment. When the JV was formed in 2023, the two companies said they would invest in new manufacturing capacity for nonwovens targeting the health and hygiene segments.

“Our joint venture in India has been highly successful and continues to play a key role in our global strategy. In addition to expanding hygiene capacity through the new Bhopal site, the JV has solidified our footprint in India’s fast-growing automotive and living markets. We are very satisfied with the development and believe India will remain a high-growth market for years to come,” CCO Ralf Berens says.