Vedanta Posts Record-High Metals Output in FY2024-25

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Capacity Expansions and Operational Gains Fuel Performance Across Vedanta’s Mining Portfolio

Vedanta Resources reported a record-high metals production for the 2024–25 fiscal year, supported by capacity additions and operational efficiency. The company’s total metals output rose across key commodities including alumina, aluminum, zinc, lead, chrome, and copper.

Vedanta’s Lanjigarh refinery produced 1.97 million tonnes of alumina, up 9% year-on-year, driven by the commissioning of a new expansion train. This aligns with the opening of its 5mn t/yr alumina refinery in Odisha, supported by expanded rail infrastructure, streamlining raw material flow.

However, alumina production declined in the January–March 2025 quarter, dropping to 484,000t from 543,000t due to unplanned supply chain issues, which were later resolved.

Higher Aluminum, Zinc, and Chrome Output Reflect Strategic Execution

Aluminum production increased 2% to 2.42 million tonnes, with stable quarterly output confirming consistency in smelting operations. Zinc and lead production reached 1.05 million tonnes, up 2% owing to higher ore grades and improved mill recovery.

Meanwhile, chrome ore production rose to 250,000 tonnes, supported by enhancements at Ferro Alloys. Ferro-chrome output rose 4% to 83,000 tonnes, aided by the startup of a new furnace in Q4 despite earlier maintenance shutdowns.

Copper cathode production at the Silvassa smelter climbed 6% to 149,000 tonnes, reinforcing Vedanta’s non-ferrous expansion strategy.

Vedanta Reinforces Its Position in India’s Strategic Metals Sector

Vedanta’s diversified growth across base and industrial metals underlines its resilience and capital allocation discipline. From alumina and aluminum to zinc, lead, and copper, Vedanta’s performance bolsters India’s metal self-sufficiency amid volatile global markets.

While supply chain volatility remains a risk, Vedanta’s response capability and investment in infrastructure position it well for further growth. These production highs also contribute to India’s ambition to become a manufacturing and raw material powerhouse.

The Metalnomist Commentary

Vedanta’s year-end performance reflects more than just output—it’s a signal of India’s maturing industrial backbone. With strategic investment in refining and processing infrastructure, Vedanta reinforces its role in a global market seeking stable, diversified supply beyond China. The key challenge ahead will be sustaining momentum amid global pricing shifts and domestic regulatory changes.