Pioneering Growth in Natural Rubber Manufacturing & Innovation

A government- led initiative to realise potential of Natural Rubber

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

Sustainable Rubber for a Stronger Tomorrow

About

Kerala Rubber Limited (KRL), established in 2019 by the Government of Kerala and started its functioning in 2021, is currently a fully owned state government enterprise committed to advancing Kerala’s position as India’s rubber capital. The organisation focuses on promoting value addition, and ensuring market access across the rubber value chain. The enterprise envisions Kerala as a leader in natural rubber based products by providing good quality infrastructure and fostering innovation. KRL brings together infrastructure development, research support, incubation facilities, and testing centre under one platform through its integrated Industrial Complex. By connecting farmers, MSMEs, industries, and research institutions, the organisation aims to foster innovation, sustainability, and global competitiveness. With its government-backed mandate, KRL envisions transforming Kerala from a raw material supplier into a global hub for high-quality, value-added rubber products, building sustainable and inclusive rubber economy.

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Kerala The Rubber Capital

Kerala stands as the country’s largest producer of natural rubber, contributing over 71% of India’s output. The state has built an integrated system where farmers, industries, and institutions work together to sustain growth and innovation.

Resources

More than 500,000 hectares under rubber cultivation, supported by trained growers to ensure steady output.

Infrastructure

Processing units, training institutes, and innovation hubs that drive value addition.

Network

Mature ecosystem of suppliers, manufacturers, and exporters with long-standing global trade links.

Access

Proximity to international shipping routes, major ports like Kochi, and extensive road and rail connectivity.

Stakeholders at the Core

The initiative is aims to bring together diverse stakeholders to build an inclusive and future-oriented rubber ecosystem. In doing so, it aims to create opportunities that could benefit all participants in Kerala’s rubber industry.

Manufacturers

Industrialists in rubber manufacturing are key to job creation, value addition, and exports. They rely on stable rubber sources to support production timetables and quality requirements.

KRL Support

KRL to maintain stable supply chain through industry friendly policies that ensure backward linkages with rubber growers. R & D and training tailored to suit industry requirements. Access to pool of experienced resource persons/consultants.

Investors

Investors play a crucial role in scaling Kerala’s rubber potential across plantations, processing, and exports.

Why Invest with KRL

KRL presents reliable, government-backed investment prospects with explicit returns, risk protection, and sectoral clarity.

Startups

Startups promote innovation in the rubber industry with value-added products and services.

KRL Support

KRL provides incubation, technical mentorship, and market access to enable entrepreneurs to realize their ideas.

Growers

Rubber growers are the backbone of Kerala’s rubber economy. They work hard to keep the value chain going through their constant efforts and commitment.

KRL Support

KRL provides technical support and equitable procurement mechanisms to improve the yield and secure earnings.

Learning & Development

Human capital is the driving force behind Kerala’s rubber economy. The growth of the sector depends on continuous learning, training, and knowledge-sharing.

KRL Learning And Development Initiatives

KRL supports human capital development through specialized training programmes, workshops, farmer awareness camps, industry–academia linkages, and entrepreneurship development schemes.

Partner with KRL

KRL partners with government bodies, trade associations, and global organisations to strengthen India’s rubber ecosystem through shared expertise and resources.

KRL Support

As Kerala’s first integrated rubber manufacturing complex, KRL provides a government-backed platform for policy pilots, innovation projects, and trade promotion.

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Integrated Industrial Complex

Research and Development Centre

Facility dedicated to advancing product innovation and access to latest technology.

Testing and Quality Certification Centre

Ensures industry-wide compliance with stringent quality standards for rubber and allied products.

Exhibition Centre for Rubber Products

Dedicated platform to showcase rubber products, product development processes.

Business Incubation Centre

Centre for supporting startups for development of rubber based products, green technologies, and allied services.

Rubber Products Recycling Centre

Focuses on sustainable management of post-consumer rubber products through recycling and circular economy practices.

Tyre Testing and Research Centre

Offers advanced facilities to test tyre performance, durability, fuel efficiency, and environmental compliance.

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Integrated Industrial Complex Integrated Industrial Complex

Gallery

A visual journey through the everyday life of Kerala Rubber Limited.

Kakkombu Rubber Guardians Event
MoU signed with KMTC
MoU signed with Rubber Board Kottayam
Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony of KRL
Release of book published by KRL-“Project Profile Rubber Products- Volume 1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the common queries about KRL’s operations, partnerships, investment opportunities, and support for Kerala’s rubber sector growth.

Kerala Rubber Limited, formed by Government of Kerala is for the promotion of natural rubber based industrialisation in the state with initial focus on MSME sector.
Facilitate value addition of natural rubber, Develop world class manufacturing infrastructure to promote investment in rubber sector, Ensure seamless linkages for procurement of NR from rubber farmers and Generate direct as well as indirect employment opportunities.
Kerala Rubber Limited, located in Velloor, Vaikom Taluk, Kottayam District the heart land of natural rubber in India. The proposed industrial complex is 1.8 km away from Piravom road railway station, 35 kms from Ernakulam Junction Railway Station, 36 kms from Kottayam Railway Station, 37 kms from Cochin Sea Port, 206kms from Vizhinjam International seaport and 56 kms from Cochin International Airport.
Facilities offered by KRL are Research and Development, Incubation, Training, Testing and Quality certification, Exhibits of rubber products, Sterilisation etc. In addition to this, common facilities offered by KRL are Warehouse for Raw Materials and Finished Goods, Effluent Treatment Plant, Tool Room, 24 x 7 Water Supply etc..
The project will create conducive environment for the development of about 65 rubber based MSME units in the complex.
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