UPM opens label material distribution terminal in Delhi-NCR, India
UPM Adhesive Materials has started operations at a new label material distribution terminal in Delhi-NCR, India, covering about one acre with initial annual delivery capacity of 30-35 million square metres. The facility cuts delivery lead times for northern and eastern Indian narrow-web converters from 8-9 days to 1-2 days, replacing supply previously routed via western ports or UPM's Mumbai terminal.
Why this mattersA regional distribution hub shortens lead times for Indian label converters and supports UPM's push into premium wine and spirits label substrates in a growing market.
- Terminal became operational in Q3 2026
- Facility spans approximately one acre in Delhi-NCR
- Initial annual delivery capacity of 30-35 million square metres
- Lead times cut from 8-9 days to 1-2 days for northern and eastern Indian converters
- Previously, supply relied on western ports or UPM's Mumbai terminal
- UPM targets the North Indian wine and spirits label segment, including ice-bucket and high-humidity applications
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