Aarti Industries has secured multiple long-term supply contracts for methanol and toluene, two vital feedstocks for its specialty chemicals business, with leading global suppliers across the GCC and South-East Asia. The agreements enhance feedstock security, cost visibility, and operational continuity, reinforcing the company’s growth strategy and global competitiveness.
Aarti Industries Limited (AIL) announced on December 19, 2025, that it has finalized multiple long-term supply contracts for methanol and toluene—critical raw materials for its downstream chemical portfolio. These agreements have been signed with globally recognized manufacturers and suppliers based in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region and South-East Asia. The contracts are set to cover a substantial portion of AIL’s annual requirements for both feedstocks, ensuring greater supply predictability and operational resilience.
CEO and Executive Director Suyog Kotecha highlighted that securing reliable access to these key inputs is central to AIL’s growth strategy and its commitment to serving customers consistently across global markets. The arrangements are expected to provide improved cost visibility and operational certainty, especially amid volatile global trade conditions.
Methanol and toluene are essential for AIL’s products in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, FMCG, and advanced industrial applications. These long-term sourcing initiatives reinforce margin stability and supply-chain robustness, supporting AIL’s expansion and value creation goals.
Key Highlights
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Aarti Industries has signed long-term contracts for methanol and toluene with top global suppliers in the GCC and South-East Asia.
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The agreements are expected to cover a substantial share of the company’s annual feedstock requirements.
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Improved cost visibility and supply predictability will support operational continuity and margin stability.
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Methanol and toluene are vital for AIL’s downstream products in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, FMCG, and advanced industrial segments.
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The move strengthens AIL’s supply chain resilience and supports its global expansion plans.
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