Kathmandu: Simpolo, a renowned Indian tiles company operating in over 45 countries, has been aggressively expanding its market in Nepal. As part of its expansion strategy, Simpolo has inaugurated  a technologically advance showroom on Pepsi Cola Road in Kathmandu, known as the hub for marbles’ market.

This marks Simpolo's first premium showroom in Nepal, although the brand has been distributing its tiles and bathware through dealers in Kathmandu and Biratnagar for the past few years. The new showroom, operated by Square Feet Store Pvt. Ltd., will cater to wholesale and retail customers, offering a wide range of premium tiles and bathware.

Ranjit Sinha, General Manager of Simpolo, shared that the company has been distributing its products through JJ Marble House in the past. However, with the new showroom, customers can now access Simpolo's premium tiles and bathware in various sizes, ranging from 2x2 feet to 4x10 feet slabs. Simpolo tiles, known for their natural, high-quality, and modern designs, are manufactured using Italian technology in India.

Simpolo has gained recognition for its premium tiles, including the Alaska White series, which earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records. The company, ranked number one in premium tile production in India, continues to expand its production capacity and market reach. Sinha emphasized that Simpolo faces no competition due to its unmatched quality and design.

In Nepal, Simpolo has been generating annual revenue of approximately NPR 200-250 millions from tiles and bathware sales. The company plans to further expand its presence by opening additional outlets in major cities like Butwal, Birgunj, and Narayanghat, alongside its existing outlets in Kathmandu and Biratnagar.

History of Simpolo Tiles
Simpolo began its journey in 1977 by manufacturing red roofing tiles. Over the years, the company diversified into sanitaryware production, establishing over 400 production centers by 1991. In 1995, Simpolo expanded its production capacity to 1,000 square meters daily.

Key milestones include:

2003: Establishment of a factory producing 1,000 tabletop basins daily.

2005: Introduction of handcrafted basin bowls, a first in India.

2009: Launch of the Alaska White series, known for its pure white finish.

2013: Introduction of Rockdek, India's strongest outdoor floor tiles.

2014: Collaboration with Italian company Nexin International.

2015: Production of large-format SCS marble tile slabs.

2019: Introduction of Continua Plus Technology, a first in India.

2020: Patenting of IM Plus Technology.

2021: Establishment of India's first NABL-accredited quality assurance lab.

2022: Partnership with Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

2023: Launch of hundreds of exclusive Simpolo showrooms across India.

Today, Simpolo boasts over 8 production lines, 1,500 dealers, 2,500 employees, and 150+ exclusive showrooms worldwide. The company continues to innovate and expand, solidifying its position as a leader in the global tiles and bathware industry.