What we do Hawkins Cookers Ltd manufactures and markets kitchenware products including pressure cookers, cookware, and kitchen electricals primarily for the Indian domestic market and exports globally. |
Founded in 1,959 |
Market share Leading brand in India for pressure cookers and cookware with strong domestic market presence and recognized export house status. |
Problem solved Provides safe, durable, and innovative kitchen cooking solutions to consumers aiming for efficient and convenient meal preparation. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves primarily retail consumers (B2C) across India and international markets including the US, Europe, and Asia with branded kitchen products. |
Key management Chairman and Managing Director: Mr. Subhadip Dutta Choudhury; Vice-Chairman and CFO: Mr. Sudeep Yadav. |
Our journey and innovations Since 1959, pioneered pressure cooker market in India; launched multiple innovative cookware lines and entered kitchen electricals recently with a smart kettle. |
Where we operate Primarily India (domestic market) with exports to the US, Europe, and some Asian and Latin American countries. |
Top products or what we offer Pressure cookers (Hawkins, Futura brands), non-stick cookware, hard anodized cookware, and kitchen electrical products like smart kettles. |
Top brands Hawkins (iconic, market leader in India), Futura (export brand with deep international presence). |
Raw materials needed Mainly aluminium and steel for manufacturing pressure cookers and cookware products. |
Raw materials supplier Supplied by domestic and international metals providers; tested for quality and cost efficiency. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue primarily from recurring sales of kitchenware products; some growth influenced by economic conditions and commodity prices. |
Our industry position Ranked as a dominant player in Indian pressure cooker and cookware market with growing export footprint. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenues Rs.1115.76 crore (8.9% growth), PAT Rs.114.69 crore (4.4% growth), strong cash reserves Rs.191.21 crore. |
Geographical revenue split Domestic contributes 93.6% and exports 6.4% of total revenue as of FY 2024-25. |
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Whats driving growth New product launches, expanding production capacity, increased exports and entry into kitchen electrical appliances. |
Our future plans Expand product innovations, increase new launches, enhance export markets and scale manufacturing with new factories. |
Our green promise Focus on energy saving measures in manufacturing and sustainable product designs; CSR initiatives in skill training and fuel saving. |
Our people and values Around 572 employees with stable workforce; values customer satisfaction, employee welfare, and ethical governance. |
Key challenges ahead Rising raw material costs, intense competition, inflationary pressures affecting consumer spending. |
Interesting facts First Indian company selling over one crore cookers; launched India's first smart electric kettle recently. |
Risks and strategy Raw material price volatility managed through price adjustments; continued product innovation and marketing to sustain leadership. |
