Founded in 1982, JSW Group stands as one of India's leading multinational conglomerates, valued at US$23 billion. Under the leadership of Mr. Sajjan Jindal, JSW has evolved from a modest steelmaking operation into a diversified industrial powerhouse operating across India, the United States, Europe, and Africa, with over 40,000 employees. The Group's philosophy centres on #BetterEveryday, emphasising innovation, improvement, diversity, and responsible growth.

JSW operates across steel, energy, infrastructure, cement, paints, realty, venture capital, B2B e-commerce, mobility, defence, and sports. Beyond business, the JSW Foundation empowers rural communities through initiatives in health, education, water, sanitation, waste management, agriculture, skills development, sports promotion, and cultural heritage preservation.

JSW Steel: History, Growth, and Contributions

JSW Steel, the Group’s flagship business, is India's leading integrated steel manufacturer with consolidated crude steel production capacity of 35.7 MTPA as of FY25, expanding to 44.4 MTPA by FY29 and 50 MTPA by FY31. The Vijayanagar plant in Karnataka operates as India's largest single-location steel facility at 17.5 MTPA capacity.

The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including hot-rolled coils, cold-rolled sheets, galvanised products, and specialised alloy steels, serving the construction, automotive, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. Strategic collaboration with JFE Steel of Japan enables access to state-of-the-art technologies for high-value special steel products.

JSW Steel ranks 8th among the top 35 world-class steelmakers per World Steel Dynamics and holds numerous recognitions: World Steel Association's Steel Sustainability Champion, CDP Climate Change Leadership Rating (A-) and Water Disclosure (A) for 2023, CDP Supplier Engagement A-list 2024, and Deming Prize for TQM at Vijayanagar (2018) and Salem (2019).

The company is a constituent of the FTSE4Good Index and the Dow Jones World and Emerging Markets Sustainability Indices, ranking in the top 5% of the S&P Global CSA Score 2024 and 2nd among global steel companies. Over 80% of domestic crude steel production is Responsible Steel™ Certified. JSW Steel's SEED project received Energy Transition Changemakers recognition at COP28.

JSW Steel targets 42% CO₂ emissions reduction by 2030 and net-zero carbon by 2050, aiming to power operations entirely by renewable energy by 2030.

JSW Energy: Powering the Future

JSW Energy leads India's energy transition with diversified thermal and renewable assets across 14 states. The total installed capacity reached 13,211 MW as of September 25, with renewables accounting for 57%. The renewable portfolio comprises wind (3,709 MW), solar (2,213 MW), and hydro (1,631 MW), adding 2.3 GW in H1 FY26 alone.

The company acquired O2 Power's 4.7 GW renewable platform in FY25 and is commissioning India's largest green hydrogen plant. JSW Energy targets 30 GW generation capacity (70% renewable) and 40 GWh energy storage by FY30, supported by 30.5 GW locked-in capacity.

JSW Infrastructure: A Logistics Power Hub

JSW Infrastructure is India's second-largest private commercial port operator with 177 MTPA operational cargo handling capacity as of FY25. Operating twelve strategic port concessions along India's coasts and a 465,000-cubic-meter liquid tank storage terminal in Fujairah, UAE, the company is India's fastest-growing port infrastructure provider.

Cargo handling capacity grew at 10% CAGR over FY21-25, with volumes surging at 26% CAGR. The mechanised facilities accommodate vessels up to Cape size, ensuring swift turnaround times. Expansion targets include 300 MTPA by FY28 and 400 MTPA by FY30. The Navkar Corp acquisition enables end-to-end logistics solutions with last-mile connectivity.

JSW Cement: Supporting India’s Growth

Established in 2009, JSW Cement is one of India's fastest-growing cement companies with a current grinding capacity of 21.6 MTPA and clinker capacity of 6.4 MTPA. Post-expansion capacity will reach 41.85 MTPA grinding and 13.0 MTPA clinker.

As India's greenest cement company, JSW Cement pioneered Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) manufacturing, maintaining CO₂ emissions 50% lower than the industry average. Following its August 2025 IPO, the company aims to triple production capacity to 60 MTPA.

JSW Paints: Colouring the Nation

Launched in 2019, JSW Paints is India's fastest-growing paint company to cross ₹2,100 crore in five years, delivering industry-beating growth through a 7,000-strong retailer network. The October 2025 acquisition of a controlling stake in Akzo Nobel India positions JSW Paints among the major players in the sector.

The Global Presence of JSW Companies

JSW Steel operates facilities in Ohio, Texas, and Italy (specialising in rails and structural applications), with JSW Steel Netherlands B.V. as Europe's holding and trading hub. JSW Infrastructure manages liquid storage facilities and dry bulk terminals in Fujairah and Dibba, UAE. Key acquisitions include O2 Power (4.7 GW renewable capacity) and KSK Mahanadi Power Company Limited in the energy sector, Akzo Nobel India in the paints sector, and Gecko Motors in the defence sector.

The Future of JSW Companies

JSW Steel targets 37-40 MTPA crude steel capacity with enhanced downstream capabilities. JSW Energy aims for 30 GW of generation with renewables as the primary driver. JSW MG Motor India plans to expand production from 100,000+ to 300,000 vehicles annually, targeting 1 million electric vehicle sales by 2030.

JSW’s Efforts in Sustainability and Reducing Carbon Footprint

JSW Group is committed to carbon neutrality by 2050 through waste reduction, renewable energy transition, and green product development. JSW Cement pioneered slag-based cement manufacturing, while JSW Energy leads renewable expansion with a 57% renewable mix.

JSW’s Impact on India’s Economy and Beyond

JSW companies drive transformation across steel, energy, infrastructure, and emerging sectors. Operating India's largest steel plant and developing national renewable capacity, the JSW Group exemplifies a modern Indian multinational characterised by aggressive growth, operational excellence, and a commitment to sustainability. With 40,000 employees across four continents, world-class facilities, and clear carbon neutrality targets, JSW continues its trajectory as a nation-builder and stakeholder value creator.