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Minimising dependence on imports part of our strategy: A M Int'l chief

Chemicals and fertilisers manufacturing company will expand domestic capacity and may look for tie-ups, says Ashwin Muthiah

Ashwin Muthiah
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Ashwin Muthiah, founder chairman of A M International and the chairman of Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation (SPIC)

Shine Jacob Chennai
AM International, which has interests in petrochemicals, fertilisers and green solutions, has announced expansion plans across segments. Ashwin Muthiah, founder chairman of A M International and the chairman of Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation (SPIC), one of India's early agri-nutrient and fertiliser companies, told Shine Jacob about the group's plans in a video interview. Edited excerpts:

You have said fertilisers and chemicals are your focus areas. What is your market outlook in the segment, considering the geopolitical situation?

We have been part of the fertiliser industry for the last five decades. We have a good grip on this industry. India has