What we do Aelea Commodities Ltd processes and trades agricultural commodities, primarily cashew nuts, and operates both B2B and B2C markets with a focus on quality and sustainability. |
Founded in 2,018 |
Market share Recognized among top 10 cashew processors with growing domestic presence and expanding export footprint. |
Problem solved Provides high-quality processed cashew products solving supply chain inefficiencies and caters to varied market demands in food and commodity sectors. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves wholesale clients and retail consumers in India; B2B focus in sugar, pulses, and other agro-commodities; exports enhance global reach. |
Key management Hozefa Shabbir Husain Jawadwala (Chairman & MD, CA) Ashok Patel (CFO, CA) Satyanarayan Patro (Whole Time Director, MBA) |
Our journey and innovations Incorporated in 2018, expanded cashew processing capacity from 40 to 140 MTPD by 2024; IPO in 2024 funding growth; new unit II started production in 2025. |
Where we operate Primary operations in India (Surat, Gujarat); cashew sourcing from African countries; exports serve global markets. |
Top products or what we offer Processed cashew kernels (plain, roasted), raw cashew trading, by-products like cashew nut shell liquid oil (CNSL), sugar, pulses, soybean, rice, wheat flour. |
Top brands Tryble - premium cashew brand; market recognition for quality, innovative packaging, and strong B2B/B2C presence. |
Raw materials needed Raw Cashew Nuts from African countries including Benin, Tanzania, Burkina Faso, Senegal, and Cote d'Ivoire. |
Raw materials supplier Imported from multiple African suppliers; supplier diversity supports stable raw material flow. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue largely recurring through ongoing trading and processing contracts; cyclical trends due to agricultural commodity seasonality. |
Our industry position Emerging leader in Indian cashew processing and trading; recognized startup awards; expanding processing capacity strengthens competitive moat. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenue ₹171.25 Cr (standalone), PAT ₹1.22 Cr; H1 FY26 revenue growth +110%, PAT +135%; IPO raised ₹51 Cr for capacity expansion. |
Geographical revenue split Majority revenue from domestic Indian market; exports growing as part of strategic expansion. |
Order book - |
Whats driving growth Capacity expansion, strong African sourcing network, new product introductions, sustainability focus, and growing domestic and international demand. |
Our future plans Develop Unit III, increase capacity with renewable energy integration, expand product range into biofuels and activated carbon from by-products. |
Our green promise Commitment to sustainability by converting cashew by-products into biofuels and eco-friendly materials; focus on circular economy practices. |
Our people and values Workforce of 70+, committed to transparency, inclusion, and employee growth; nurturing talent and fostering healthy culture. |
Key challenges ahead Managing supply chain risks, fluctuation in raw material prices, recovery of legal dues, and maintaining profitability amid scaling operations. |
Interesting facts Expanded processing capacity over threefold since 2021; IPO raised ₹51 Cr in 2024; recognized among top 10 commodities startups. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates raw material volatility via diversified sourcing; legal issues conservatively provisioned; strategic investments in capacity and technology ensure growth. |
