Ålesund, Norway – Indian foamer Shaya Polymers is investing in machinery from Laader Berg for a new cutting-edge foaming line at its site in Chennai (pictured). The investment will integrate advanced foam production into the company’s existing manufacturing facilities.
Shaya specialises in technical foam for products such as furniture, mattresses and high-end automotive components. It will install a Multimax foaming machine from Laader Berg at the site. This is able to produce a diverse range of foams, including standard, HR, hypersoft, visco and FR foams.
It represents the Norwegian machinery maker’s largest single deal in India. The company added that it is on track to achieve its best year ever in 2025, with projected sales growth greater than 30%.
“We are honoured to be selected as the partner for Shaya Polymers’ ambitious expansion in India,” said Per Henning Vaagen, Laader Berg’s CEO. “Our Multimax foaming machine exemplifies our dedication to innovation and excellence, enabling Shaya to reinforce their leading position in both technical foam and comfort foam innovations.”
