What we do Kothari Sugars & Chemicals Ltd is a diversified Indian company engaged in sugar manufacturing, distillery operations, power co-generation, and chemical production. |
Founded in 1,960 |
Market share Key player in Tamil Nadu's sugar industry with expanding bio-technology and chemical segments. |
Problem solved Addresses energy needs, agricultural waste utilization, and provides sugar, alcohol, and specialty chemicals to various industries. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves sugar consumers, ethanol buyers (including Oil Marketing Companies), power purchasers, and industrial chemical users; B2B and B2C sectors. |
Key management Mr. Arjun B. Kothari (Managing Director), Mrs. Nina B. Kothari (Chairperson), Mr. M. Silvester Goldwin (Whole Time Director) |
Our journey and innovations Established in 1960; innovated with co-generation power, multiple effect evaporators, enzymatic biofertilizers, and recognized R&D in bio-fermentation and biosimilars. |
Where we operate Operations primarily in Tamil Nadu, India, with collaborations in the US and Israel for chemical and biotech ventures. |
Top products or what we offer Sugar, industrial alcohol (ethanol), bio-compost, polybutenes, para nitro chlorobenzene, and power from cogeneration. |
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Raw materials needed Sugarcane, molasses, bagasse, chemical raw materials for specialty products. |
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Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue is seasonal and cyclical based on sugarcane harvest and sugar production cycles. |
Our industry position Established leader in Tamil Nadu's sugar sector with growing chemical and distillery segments. |
Financial highlights 2024-25 revenue Rs. 310 crore; profit before tax Rs. 16.77 crore; affected by lower sugarcane yield and pest issues. |
Geographical revenue split 100% revenue from operations in India. |
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Whats driving growth Focus on bio-fermentation R&D, ethanol supply to oil companies, modernization efforts, and renewable energy from cogeneration. |
Our future plans Expand R&D in bio-products, improve sugarcane yields through mechanization, increase ethanol production, and establish hydrogen peroxide plant. |
Our green promise Sustainable agriculture initiatives, bio-compost production, energy conservation, and cleaner industrial processes. |
Our people and values Employs around 472 personnel, promotes mechanization to reduce labor dependency, and fosters innovation culture. |
Key challenges ahead Adverse weather affecting sugarcane crop, pest infestation, fluctuating sugar prices, and competitive energy market. |
Interesting facts First Indian company with Cane Separation System and collaboration with international biotech firms. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates agricultural risks via R&D and partnerships; focuses on product diversification and energy cogeneration to stabilize revenue. |
