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PranaGraf Group

Transitioning Materials & Technologies into a Sustainable Future

Leading Innovation in Graphites & Sustainability

Generations of Excellence

Generations of Graphite Excellence and Decades of Innovation

3rd Generation Excellence

Founded by Shishir Poddar

The PranaGraf Group was founded by Shishir Poddar, a 3rd generation expert in graphite, building upon a rich heritage of graphite expertise that spans generations. Over decades, the founders have established businesses across India, Africa, and Europe, covering the complete natural graphite value chain.

From mining and physical beneficiation to advanced chemical processing and specialized manufacturing, the group has created an integrated ecosystem that delivers unparalleled quality and innovation in graphite materials.

40+ Years

of Graphite Innovation

Global Footprint

Operations & Distribution Spanning Globally

Vertical Integration

Serving across the entire value chain.

In-House Manufacturing

Core processing equipment built In-House

Material Innovation

Over the last 4 decades, Group has pioneered the development of various advanced materials and sustainable technologies for processing graphite into high-value applications.

Manufacturing Excellence

The group manufactures the core components of graphite processing plants internally, ensuring superior quality control, operational efficiency, and the ability to customize solutions for diverse customer needs.

Sustainable Technologies

Proprietary waste-free processes, 100% water recycling, and chrome-free production methods demonstrate our commitment to environmental sustainability and circular economy principles.

Our Journey

Four Decades of Innovation and Growth in Graphite Technologies

1978

Natural Graphite mining & Processing Plant established

1984

Mining & process plant upgraded to semi-automatic operations

2000

Totally automated graphite processing and expandable graphite technologies developed

2013

Mining process setup established in Africa

2015

High Purity Graphite & Anode Materials development initiated

2016

Graphene development program launched

2018

PranaGraf Group formed (formerly Tirupati Speciality Graphite)

2019

Expanded Graphite, High Purity Graphite & Graphene production started

2021

Started distribution network in United Kingdom

2023

Distribution expanded to USA, Australia and Japan

2024

New plant for Expandable Graphite and Micronized Graphite commissioned

2025

Distribution network expanded to Europe

Additional capacity in development for future growth

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Our Vision

One-stop solution for all graphite materials, expanding operations and distribution globally, using proprietary, sustainable, and waste-free technologies developed in-house for niche products.

PranaGraf Group is focused on manufacturing materials and developing technologies for reducing carbon emissions and catering to the energy transition economy.

Leveraging its Founders' decades of experience in graphite and mineral processing, the Group is uniquely positioned to serve the growing demand for critical minerals like graphite and its value added products alongside processing technologies for various minerals.

Graphite Mining

Locations & Facilities

Global Manufacturing Excellence with State-of-the-Art Production & Distribution Capabilities

PranaGraf Global Presence
2000+TPA
CarboFlameX® Expandable Graphite
12000+TPA
Natural Flake Graphite
3000+TPA
FinGraf™ Micronised Graphite
1000+TPA
High Purity Graphite
3+TPA
Graphene
Premium
Graphite Sheets
Specialty
Carbon Composites
Growing
Anode Materials

Our Value Proposition

Niche Products

Specialised application driven products for niche and energy transition markets with high entry barriers, classified critical minerals.

High Market Demand

High growth markets across products from 7% - 30% CAGR.

Ex-China Supply Chain

Export restrictions from China, 90-100% supply chain currently Chinese, preference for non-Chinese producers globally.

Proven Technologies

Production technologies established at commercial scale, supplies ongoing, approvals from highest end customers received.

Proven Expertise

Team with >150 years cumulative successful experience in graphite and mineral processing, established multiple plants globally.

Sustainable Technology

Zero Waste, 100% water recycling, Chrome free expandable graphite, HF-free high purity graphite. Highest ESG standards followed.

IGMRC - Research & Development Center

The Group is focused on sustainable technologies, which gave birth to IGMRC, our mineral processing technologies and R&D centre. IGMRC is a leading Centre of Excellence for Critical Minerals, Industrial Minerals & Advanced Materials Technologies.

Accredited by the Government of India, this Centre hosts an array of characterisation, process development and pilot testing facilities and a team of scientists with recognised expertise and decades of experience in sustainable technologies across minerals.

Government Accredited

Recognized Centre of Excellence

Specializations

  • Critical Minerals Processing
  • Industrial Minerals Technologies
  • Advanced Materials Development
  • Low Grade Ores Processing
  • Complex Ores Technologies
  • Sustainable Mineral Processing

Futuristic Applications

Lithium-ion Batteries

Powering the electric vehicle revolution

Fuel Cells

Clean energy generation systems

Fire Safety Materials

Advanced fire retardant solutions

Defense Applications

High-performance defense materials

Electronics

Advanced electronic components

Renewable Energy

Solar and clean energy technologies

Ready to Work With Us?

Get in touch with our leadership team to discuss how we can help with your graphite material needs.