What we do Kesoram Industries Limited, established in 1919, manufactures rayon yarn, transparent paper, chemicals, and formerly cement and tyres, focusing now on diversified industrial products. |
Founded in 1,919 |
Market share Recognized in textiles and industrial paper; cement and tyre businesses were demerged to specialized entities. |
Problem solved Provides essential industrial raw materials and products including rayon yarn and transparent paper to various sectors. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves textile manufacturers, chemical industries, and distribution networks; exports to over 20 countries; B2B focus. |
Key management - |
Our journey and innovations From rayon and paper manufacturing in 1959 to diversification into cement and tyres; demerged tyre business in 2019 and cement business in 2025. |
Where we operate Primarily India with exports to Asia, Africa, Middle East, and South America. |
Top products or what we offer Rayon yarn, transparent paper, chemicals; demerged cement and tyre divisions now separate entities. |
Top brands Birla Tyres (demerged), Vasavadatta Cement (demerged), Kesoram Cement (demerged). |
Raw materials needed Cotton, chemicals, raw materials for rayon, paper production. |
Raw materials supplier - |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue mostly from manufacturing operations, now largely through subsidiaries post demergers. |
Our industry position Historic leader in rayon and paper; cement and tyre businesses demerged to focused companies. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenue Rs 278 crore; net profit Rs 5565 crore mainly due to demerger gains; standalone operations show losses reflecting restructuring. |
Geographical revenue split India constitutes majority revenue (~253 crore); exports ~4.44 crore. |
Order book - |
Whats driving growth Demergers restructuring business; growth via subsidiary Cygnet Industries in rayon and chemicals. |
Our future plans Focus on rayon, paper and chemicals via subsidiary; no standalone manufacturing after cement and tyre demergers. |
Our green promise - |
Our people and values Committed workforce; emphasis on ethics, corporate governance, and sustainability efforts. |
Key challenges ahead Post-demergers transition, profitability restoration, and market competition in core segments. |
Interesting facts One of India's oldest companies with over 100 years of legacy; successive demergers to optimize focus. |
Risks and strategy Managing operational losses post demergers; focusing on core competencies through subsidiaries. |
