BHS Corrugated opens plant in Pune

The inauguration was attended by the global executive committee of BHS Corrugated, leaders from global subsidiaries, and customers from across the industry. The event was further marked by the presence of the company’s owner, Lars Engel, highlighting the strategic importance of India within the global BHS network.

With a heritage of over 300+ years, BHS Corrugated has established itself as a global leader in corrugating technology, known for engineering precision, innovation, and reliability. From its roots in Germany to its presence across global markets, the company has played a key role in shaping the evolution of the packaging industry.

“India has become an important part of this journey. Today, more than 25 BHS corrugators are operating across the country, supporting leading packaging manufacturers with high productivity, consistent board quality, and dependable performance,” Bijendra Sharma, managing director, BHS Corrugated India, said.

At the heart of the new campus is the corrugating rolls manufacturing plant, dedicated to producing high-precision corrugating rollers that meet global BHS standards. Corrugating rolls play a critical role in determining flute profiles, board strength, and machine performance.

The Pune facility integrates advanced grinding technology, expertise in flute geometry, and strict quality controls to ensure reliable roll performance

The Pune facility integrates advanced grinding technology, expertise in flute geometry, and strict quality controls to ensure reliable roll performance. By manufacturing corrugating rolls locally, BHS Corrugated will be able to provide faster availability, reduced lead times, and stronger after-sales support for customers across India and neighbouring markets.

Alongside manufacturing, the campus also includes the BHS Academy, which focuses on training, technical learning, and knowledge sharing for employees and customers, helping them optimise corrugating processes and machine performance.

“The global capability centre (GCC) provides a modern collaborative workspace designed to support innovation and teamwork, featuring contemporary offices, collaboration areas, and employee wellbeing facilities,” Sharma said.

He added, “The Utkarsh – The Rise milestone represents an important step in BHS Corrugated’s long-term commitment to the Indian corrugating industry. By combining global engineering heritage with local manufacturing and knowledge development, the company continues to support customers with advanced technology, reliable services, and world-class corrugating solutions from India.”