New Delhi, February 13 Jindal Stainless has partnered with the Indian Railways to manufacture stainless steel salt containers within the country.
The integration of stainless steel into salt transport logistics represents a significant milestone, indicating the growing demand for corrosion-resistant, value-added steel in the Railways industry, Jindal Stainless said.
In a statement, the company said it has partnered with Indian Railways to develop India's first corrosion-resistant stainless steel salt container.
A prototype successfully underwent loading and unloading trials at Bhimasar, Gandhidham, Gujarat on February 10, 2026.
The 20-foot salt container is entirely fabricated from 304 grade stainless steel.
Commenting on the partnership, Jindal Stainless' Managing Director Abhyuday Jindal said, "Salt transportation is highly vulnerable to corrosion, particularly in coastal environments, leading to frequent repairs, premature asset failure, and significant resource wastage."
"With India's container market growing steadily, driven by infrastructure expansion, port-led developments, and rising bulk commodity movement, the sector requires materials that can withstand harsh operating conditions while ensuring long-term sustainability," he added.
Jindal Stainless is India's largest stainless steel manufacturing company.
The company has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Steel under the newly launched Production Linked Incentive (PLI) 1.2 scheme for specialty steel, to manufacture high-end steel for critical applications.
