What we do Antarctica Limited manufactures paper-based printed packaging materials like color cartons for tea, pharmaceuticals, spices, and cosmetics industries, supporting export-oriented packaging needs. |
Founded in 1,982 |
Market share Key supplier of printed packaging for Indian tea, pharmaceutical, and spices export sectors with niche technical partnerships. |
Problem solved Provides high-quality printed packaging solutions that enhance product presentation and meet export packaging requirements across multiple industries. |
Top clients or who we serve Tea, pharmaceutical, spice, cosmetics industries; primarily B2B focusing on export companies requiring printed packaging. |
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Our journey and innovations Started printing in 1982; public issue in 1994 to finance EOU facility; MoU with Man Roland Germany for technical assistance; ongoing expansion in Falta EPZ. |
Where we operate India-based manufacturing with customers primarily in export markets for tea, pharmaceuticals, and spices packaging. |
Top products or what we offer Printed color cartons used in packaging of tea, coffee, cosmetics, liquor, spices, pharmaceuticals, among others. |
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Raw materials needed Paper and printing inks for manufacturing printed cartons and packaging materials. |
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Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue is mostly cyclical, linked to export demand in tea and spices sectors which face market fluctuations. |
Our industry position Established player in paper-based packaging segment for Indian exports with technical partnerships enhancing quality. |
Financial highlights FY24 Revenue Rs 83.93 lacs; loss of Rs 42.97 lacs; revenue grew from previous year but losses widened due to rising expenses. |
Geographical revenue split Primarily revenue from export-oriented packaging segments in India serving international markets, notably Russia and Arabian countries. |
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Whats driving growth Expansions in production at Falta EPZ and ongoing demand from export packaging industries drive growth potential. |
Our future plans Plant expansions and modernization at Falta Export Processing Zone to increase production capacity and improve margins. |
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Our people and values Governed by a board with diverse directors including independent and women directors; focus on compliance and governance. |
Key challenges ahead Export market volatility and competition; adverse impact from bulk packaging trends affecting demand for printed cartons. |
Interesting facts Technical tie-up with German printing machinery leader Man Roland; one of few manufacturers focused on export-standard printed packaging. |
Risks and strategy Risks include economic downturns and import competition; strategy includes capacity expansion and cost optimization to regain profitability. |
