AM International Holdings Founder and Chairman Ashwin Muthiah has outlined a long-term growth strategy centred on sustainable innovation, operational resilience and expansion, as the group prepares for its next phase of growth.
The group has major companies such as Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation, Manali Petrochemicals Ltd and Tamilnadu Petroproducts Ltd under its fold.
Four key priorities for growth
In a recent LinkedIn post, Muthiah said the group’s future growth would be driven by four strategic priorities : R&D-led sustainable innovation, deeper geographic and capacity expansion, prudent financial management, and customer-focused sustainable solutions delivering premium value.
According to him, the company is positioning itself to strengthen competitiveness while creating long-term value across businesses.
Sustainability at the core
Muthiah said sustainability is no longer an adjunct initiative but an integral part of the group’s operations and future planning.
“Our investments in CO₂ capture, recycling, green ammonia, solar power and natural gas represent a long-term commitment to both environmental responsibility and operational efficiency,” he noted.
The group has been steadily increasing its focus on cleaner technologies and resource-efficient operations as industries globally move towards greener manufacturing practices.
Profitability improves despite topline pressure
Commenting on the recently announced Q4 and FY26 performance of the group’s listed companies, Muthiah said the financial results reflected more than just quarterly numbers.
“Quarterly numbers tell a story. The deeper story lies in the conviction behind the numbers,” he said.
He pointed out that even where revenue growth softened, profitability improved due to disciplined cost management, manufacturing efficiencies, smarter raw-material sourcing and a strategic shift towards premium product segments, particularly in the specialty chemicals business.
Focus on operational resilience
Muthiah emphasised that while geopolitical uncertainties and global economic disruptions remain beyond the company’s control, internal operational systems and responsiveness continue to be its core strengths.
“If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s this: global uncertainties will continue to challenge us, but our internal systems, responsiveness, processes and cost structures remain firmly within our control,” he stated.
He added that the company’s competitive advantage lies in maintaining agility, cost discipline and execution capabilities amid volatile market conditions.
Brownfield expansion projects near completion
The AM International Holdings chairman also expressed optimism about the road ahead, noting that several brownfield expansion projects across group companies are nearing completion.
At the same time, he acknowledged that prolonged geopolitical conflicts could impact global economic progress and business sentiment. However, he said periods of uncertainty also create opportunities for stronger and future-ready organisations to emerge.
“Ultimately, resilience is no longer just a defensive strategy. It is the ahead-of-the-curve foundation on which enduring institutions are built,” Muthiah added.