The Economic Times

BPCL to buy 40% stake in Shell, Tiki Tar venture to expand value-added bitumen business

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. is acquiring a 40% stake in Tiki Tar and Shell India for Rs 85 crore, marking its significant entry into India's booming value-added bitumen market. This strategic move aims to capitalize on the nation's infrastructure development, particularly road construction. The joint venture will leverage Shell's technology and Tiki Tar's manufacturing capabilities, combined with BPCL's extensive distribution network, to supply advanced bitumen products for major projects.