Orange Group expands beyond machinery with a Made-in-India digital textile ink portfolio, backed by in-house R&D and expanding production capabilities.
The Digital Textile Printing Ink Market is currently experiencing a transformative phase, driven by advancements in technology and evolving consumer preferences. The shift towards sustainable practices is becoming increasingly evident, as manufacturers seek eco-friendly inks that minimize environmental impact. This trend aligns with the growing demand for personalized and customized textile products, which is reshaping the landscape of the industry.
The Digital Textile Printing Ink industry is projected to grow from USD 3.455 billion in 2025 to USD 6.113 billion by 2035, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.87% during the forecast period 2025–2035.
In the last couple of years, we have seen many Indian dyes and chemical companies starting to manufacture digital textile printing inks. Looking at the growing market Orange Group has also launched Syahi Jet – digital textile ink, marking the company’s expansion beyond its traditional machinery business. The new venture was unveiled at the recently held Gartex exhibition in Delhi, where the company outlined its plans to establish ink manufacturing as an independent business vertical.
The manufacturing plant is in Surat, with a production capacity of 200 tonnes per month. The company is also developing a new 50,000 sq. ft. facility, with production expected to commence in April 2027. Once operational, the expansion is expected to take the company’s total production capacity to approximately 500–600 tonnes per month. The expansion will strengthen Syahi Jet’s ability to serve growing domestic demand while taking Made-inIndia digital textile inks to global markets.
Building a Dedicated Ink Business
According to the company, the objective is not simply to extend its machinery business into ink manufacturing, but to develop dedicated facilities for producing different varieties of inks in India, with consistent quality and the technical capabilities required by the industry. One of the co-founders, Karan Toshniwal, who comes from a dyes background is the key member involved in developing the ink manufacturing plant.
According to Aayush Rathi, Director, Orange Group, the opportunity ahead is significant, with the digital textile printing market expected to grow 65–70% over the next three years. So the volume we have done in 15 years is going to happen in next 3 to 5 years. It is against this backdrop that Orange Group has introduced Syahi Jet, digital textile printing inks, with the word Syahi taken from the Hindi language.
Technology Meets Chemistry
Explaining the strategic advantage behind the new venture, Aayush Rathi said “I think Syahi has the biggest support of Orange, Colorix because we are a technology company first and then a chemistry company. So this combination is very good. You need technology and ink to survive together in digital market.”
The company believes that its combination of technology expertise and chemistry capabilities can create a strong foundation for its entry into the digital textile ink segment.
He further added “In today’s competitive market, cost of the ink is very important for the printers. The customer will have advantage of getting faster delivery, better quality and price compared to importing from other countries.”
Five Key Ink Categories
Today, that spirit takes a new form, bringing together ink innovations and application expertise to address the diverse requirements of modern digital textile printing. The company is offering a comprehensive portfolio covering five key inks – Reactive, Pigment, Sublimation, Disperse and DTF – giving Orange Group an opportunity to supply across a broad range of digital textile applications.
Focus on Quality, R&D and Compatibility
According to Syahi Jet, the company’s advanced ink range has been developed through in-house R&D, with a focus on colour performance, consistency and efficiency, while addressing evolving production requirements in line with global environmental standards.
The Syahi Jet portfolio is designed around this philosophy, with the company highlighting its in-house R&D, production capability and compatibility with multiple industrial printheads, including Kyocera, Epson, Ricoh, Konica and Starfire.
The focus on in-house development and production is intended to provide the technical capabilities and consistency required by the rapidly evolving digital textile printing industry.
Strengthening the Made-in-India Ecosystem
The launch of Syahi Jet represents more than the introduction of a new ink product. It reflects Orange Group’s broader vision of strengthening the digital textile printing ecosystem through Made-in-India manufacturing and applicationfocused ink solutions.
As digital textile printing continues to evolve, the availability of locally developed and manufactured inks could play an increasingly important role in helping printers address the demands of quality, consistency, cost and faster delivery. With Syahi Jet, Orange Group is looking to bring its technology and application expertise into chemistry, creating a more integrated offering for the digital textile printing industry.
The company’s entry also signals a broader shift within India’s digital textile printing landscape, where the development of domestic ink manufacturing capabilities is gaining importance. With its focus on R&D, multiple ink technologies and industrial printhead compatibility, Syahi Jet aims to establish itself as a significant Player in this evolving market.
