This milestone marks a significant step in the Rail Chamber’s mission to bring together leading companies and stakeholders across the railway and mobility ecosystem to foster collaboration, innovation, and industry growth.
A Legacy of Excellence in Railway Coatings
Established in 1945, Advance Paints Pvt Ltd is a well-established name in the high-performance industrial coatings sector, with decades of expertise in delivering advanced solutions for critical infrastructure.
The company operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Mumbai and Ankleshwar (Gujarat) and is supported by strong in-house R&D and quality assurance capabilities, backed by experienced chemists and engineers. It holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications and is a registered MSME.
Strong Contribution to Indian Railways
With over four decades of association with Indian Railways, the company has made significant contributions to key railway manufacturing and infrastructure projects. It is approved by Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) and has supplied advanced coating solutions to premier production units such as:
- Integral Coach Factory (ICF)
- Rail Coach Factory (RCF)
- Modern Coach Factory (MCF)
- Southern Railways and various depots & workshops
The company has also contributed to prestigious projects including Vande Bharat trains and continues to support private vendors and leading industry players across India.
Advanced Coating Solutions for Modern Rail Systems
Advance Paints Pvt Ltd offers a wide range of specialized coatings tailored for railway applications, including:
- Solar thermo-reflective coatings for temperature control
- Anti-graffiti coatings for enhanced durability and maintenance
- Sound-deadening coatings for improved passenger comfort
- Zinc-rich primers for infrastructure protection
- Fluoropolymer coatings for long-lasting performance in modern train systems
- Specialized coatings for wagons, locomotives, bridges, and steel structures
These solutions play a critical role in improving performance, durability, safety, and passenger experience in railway systems.
Welcoming the company to the Chamber, Dr. Vinod Shah, Director General of the Rail Chamber, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Advance Paints Pvt Ltd as the first organisational member of the Chamber of Railway Industries. Their longstanding contribution to Indian Railways and their expertise in advanced coating technologies make them a valuable addition to our growing industry platform.
Strengthening the Rail Industry Ecosystem
The induction of Advance Paints Pvt Ltd reinforces the Rail Chamber’s commitment to building a strong, inclusive, and forward-looking industry network that brings together manufacturers, technology providers, infrastructure companies, and service providers.
As the Rail Chamber continues its Membership Drive 2026–27, it invites more organizations to join and contribute to shaping the future of India’s railway and mobility sector.
Join Now: https://www.railchamber.org/p/join-rail-chamber.html
About the Rail Chamber
The Chamber of Railway Industries (Rail Chamber) is an industry body dedicated to promoting collaboration, innovation, and policy engagement within the railway and rail infrastructure sector. The Chamber aims to create a unified platform for stakeholders to support the sustainable growth of India’s railway ecosystem.
