What we do Century Enka Ltd manufactures synthetic yarns including Nylon Filament Yarn and Tyre Cord Fabrics, serving automotive and textile industries with manufacturing plants in Pune and Gujarat. |
Founded in 1,965 |
Market share One of the largest producers of Nylon Filament Yarn and Nylon Tyre Cord Fabric in India with strong domestic market share in reinforcement yarns. |
Problem solved Provides high-quality, specialized synthetic yarns and tyre cord fabrics essential for durable tires and versatile textile applications, supporting automotive and industrial sectors. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves tyre manufacturers, textile industry, automotive sector and industrial yarn consumers; operates primarily B2B. |
Key management Mr. Suresh Sodani (Managing Director), Mr. Yogesh R. Shah (Chief Financial Officer), Mr. Rahul Dubey (VP Legal & Company Secretary). |
Our journey and innovations Established in 1965 with multiple expansions, modernization efforts, and product diversification including Nylon and Polyester yarns; commissioned renewable energy projects and advanced production technologies. |
Where we operate Primarily operates in India with major plants in Pune and Bharuch; exports constitute a small portion of revenues. |
Top products or what we offer Nylon Filament Yarn, Nylon Tyre Cord Fabric, Polyester Tyre Cord Fabric, industrial fiber grade chips, specialty yarns and reinforced textile products. |
Top brands Enkalon - flagship brand for high-quality nylon yarns, recognized in domestic market for quality and innovation. |
Raw materials needed Nylon polymer chips, polyester chips, caprolactam and other synthetic polymers. |
Raw materials supplier Supplied by global chemical manufacturers and domestic polymer producers. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue is cyclical, driven by automotive and textile industry demand cycles and raw material price fluctuations. |
Our industry position Leading manufacturer in nylon yarn and tyre cord fabric segments domestically; faces competition from imports in certain segments. |
Financial highlights FY25 revenue Rs.2001.69 Cr; Net profit Rs.66.47 Cr; EBITDA margins improving with focus on efficiency; consistent dividend payout. |
Geographical revenue split Majority revenue from India (~99%); minimal export revenue (~1%). |
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Whats driving growth Growth driven by expanded capacities, modernization, demand recovery in automotive and textile sectors, and introduction of polyester tyre cord fabrics. |
Our future plans Continued capacity expansion in nylon and polyester segments, renewable energy projects, modernization, and new product launches by 2026. |
Our green promise ISO 14001:2015 certified; initiatives in renewable energy adoption, energy conservation, and environmental compliance. |
Our people and values Focuses on employee welfare, diversity and inclusion, adherence to ethical practices, robust corporate governance, and safety standards. |
Key challenges ahead Competitive pressure from low-cost imports, raw material volatility, and regulatory compliance related to environmental and labor laws. |
Interesting facts Operates one of India’s largest nylon tyre cord fabric facilities and has integrated renewable energy generation at manufacturing plants. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates risks from import competition through quality and innovation; addresses raw material price risks via efficiency and supply chain management. |
