What we do Ion Exchange (India) Ltd provides comprehensive water treatment and environmental solutions covering industrial, municipal, and residential sectors, including manufacturing resins, chemicals, and water purification products. |
Founded in 1,964 |
Market share A leader in Indian water treatment industry with notable global presence across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. |
Problem solved Tackles water scarcity and pollution by delivering end-to-end water and wastewater treatment, recycling, and desalination solutions ensuring safe water supply and environmental sustainability. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves diverse industrial clients like NTPC, Reliance, IOCL; institutions including hospitals and hotels; municipal projects; and individual consumers (B2B, B2C). |
Key management Rajesh Sharma (Executive Chairman), Indraneel Dutt (Managing Director & CEO) |
Our journey and innovations Established in 1964; transitioned to full Indian ownership in 1985; pioneered resin manufacturing, membrane tech, and digital water solutions; acquired global firms expanding footprint. |
Where we operate India, Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, Europe, North America, with manufacturing units in India, Portugal and presence in UAE, Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Saudi Arabia. |
Top products or what we offer Engineering services for water treatment, specialty chemicals and resins, consumer water purifiers (ZeroB), membranes, and turnkey water infrastructure projects. |
Top brands ZeroB water purifiers: flagship consumer brand offering bacteria-free drinking water; 'INDION SWIFT 5Gx' for ultra-pure industrial water systems. |
Raw materials needed Raw materials include chemicals, polymers, ion exchange resins, and membrane components for manufacturing products. |
Raw materials supplier Suppliers vary; specifics not disclosed publicly. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue is a mix of recurring services (operations & maintenance, chemicals supply) and project-based cyclical engineering revenues. |
Our industry position Strong market leader in India water treatment segment, with expanding global market share in bespoke water solutions and specialty chemicals. |
Financial highlights FY25 consolidated revenue INR 2737 Cr, PAT INR 208 Cr; steady revenue growth supported by diversified product segments. |
Geographical revenue split 65% India, 35% international markets including Middle East, Africa, Europe, Americas. |
Order book Robust engineering order book exceeding INR 2,400 Cr with a strong project pipeline exceeding INR 9,500 Cr. |
Whats driving growth Growth driven by industrial demand, governmental water initiatives, innovation in membrane and resin tech, and international market expansions. |
Our future plans Expand geographic reach, invest in capacity and R&D, digital transformation, and increase share in high-margin specialty chemicals and engineered projects. |
Our green promise Focus on sustainability through zero liquid discharge, water recycling solutions, and environmental stewardship in operations. |
Our people and values Committed to quality, safety, and innovation with a diverse workforce fostering inclusion and continuous learning. |
Key challenges ahead Managing global economic volatility, input cost inflation, currency fluctuations and geopolitical uncertainties impacting operations. |
Interesting facts Over 50 patents granted; first to launch robotic packaging systems in hospitality; pioneered membrane manufacturing in India. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates risks via diversification, strong balance sheet, technology leadership, and strategic international partnerships. |
