Aether Industries Limited has submitted a regulatory filing under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, intimating about a press release regarding a collaborative research program with Dow Chemical International Pvt. Ltd. (Dow India).
The press release announces the launch of a collaborative research program between Aether Industries Limited and Dow India to develop new manufacturing technologies for silicones. Silicones are described as a strategically important class of high-performance materials with applications across construction, mobility and transportation, electronics, healthcare, and personal care industries.
The program will be jointly executed by both companies, with all research and pilot-scale development being carried out at Aether's R&D and pilot facilities in Surat, Gujarat. This collaboration represents one of India's dedicated collaborative research programs focused on developing new manufacturing technologies for silicones.
The agreement establishes a framework for a long-term strategic partnership, including the potential commercialization and industrial-scale manufacture of technologies developed through the program.
Management Commentary
Dr. Aman Desai, Co-Founder and Director, Research and Operations, Aether Industries, stated that Dow has chosen Aether as its exclusive research partner for this pioneering program, bringing together Aether's core chemistry and technology competencies with Dow's global leadership in silicone applications.
Brendy Lange, President of Dow Performance Materials & Coatings, commented that the collaboration strengthens Dow's ability to bring materials science innovation closer to high-growth markets and evolving customer needs, seeing an opportunity to accelerate innovation and create differentiated silicone solutions.
Dr. Mukund Parthasarathy, Business Vice President of R&D, Dow Performance Materials & Coatings, noted that through this collaborative approach, they can move faster from science to scalable technologies, helping address market demand while unlocking future business opportunities.
Siddhartha Ghosal, Country President of Dow India, stated that India's growing demand for advanced materials presents a strong opportunity to develop differentiated technologies closer to the market, bringing together strengths to create value for customers and support local innovation.
Filing Details
Reference Number: AIL/SE/24/2026-27
Filed by: Chitrarth Rajan Parghi, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer (Mem. No.: F12563)
Digital Signature Date: July 31, 2026 at 12:44:15 IST