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From Annual Report 2023
Revolutionising plumbing with lighter solutions
Our Indian teams have developed a world-first system for connecting light-weight pipes using electrofusion jointing technology. This technology, employing fittings that have built-in electric heating elements to weld the joint together, meets a growing demand for strong, simple, eco-friendly plumbing solutions.
From Annual Report 2023
High demand for new infrastructure pipe
Our newly developed OPVC pipe allows safe water supply, providing excellent durability for high pressure water distribution as an alternative to metal pipes. We’ve upped production to meet demand as it has been specified by multiple states and supplied to the Indian government.
From Annual Report 2023
Slim tanks, big impact
Demand for our slim water tanks has soared since the 2022 launch of this modular, easy-to-install and more sustainable alternative to traditional concrete systems. Already specified by three state governments, early orders could run to €84 million.
From Annual Report 2023
Anti-microbial UPVC pipe – a first for India
We’re addressing water contamination concerns using silver ion technology.
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A breakthrough in water storage
Our three-layer polyethylene (PE) underground water tank breaks new ground for safety and sustainability in a drinking water solution. The middle layer is made of recycled material while the inner layer is specially treated to protect against any development of bacteria.
From Annual Report 2023
Ashirvad brand honoured with two great awards
Our well-established commercial brand Ashirvad has been recognised with two superb awards. We were honoured to win the “Redefining Plumbing Products” award at Plumbex, run by the Indian Plumbing Association, and to be named India’s Transformational Brand 2023 in the Brand Positioning & Leadership Awards.
From Annual Report 2023
Customer satisfaction levels accelerate
Our customer satisfaction ratings, measured by the Net Promoter Score (NPS), which tracks how likely customers are to recommend us, climbed to an all-time high of 68 in 2023, compared with 59 the year before.
From Annual Report 2023
Our commitment to advanced research intensifies
We’re continuing to build our team and capabilities at the Bengaluru research hub.
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Two manufacturing plants now led by women in India
We’re successfully increasing the representation of women in our senior leadership team.
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Expansion of manufacturing underway
We’re investing to build new state-of-the-art plants across India, starting with Telangana.
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A new leadership team focused on continued growth
A new management team is in place to execute our growth strategy in India’s dynamic market.
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Aquarius Spectrum builds presence in big cities
Aquarius Spectrum, the water tech business we acquired in 2022 through our Aliaxis Next division, has found new markets for its advanced network leak detection technology in major cities across New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania States. Its overall business grew by 38% in 2023.