India, Aug. 23 -- Usha Martin Ltd is one of India's leading manufacturers of steel wire ropes, high performance specialty wires and related products. The company has a strong footing in the domestic market and an increasingly important international presence. Its products are used in demanding applications including mining, elevators, oil & offshore, infrastructure, ports, marine, construction, cranes, engineering, automotive and general industrial applications. Usha Martin has increasingly shifted its product mix toward higher value, specialised wire ropes and wires rather than competing primarily on commodity volumes.

The company's competitive advantage comes from its integrated manufacturing capabilities, technical expertise, establis...