What we do Rossell India Ltd specializes in tea cultivation and sale, with diversified interests in aviation and hospitality, mainly operating tea estates in Assam and aerospace services. |
Founded in 1,994 |
Market share A leading player in Assam tea with a growing presence in aviation product support services across India and select global markets. |
Problem solved Provides quality bulk and orthodox tea to domestic and international markets; offers aerospace product support enhancing defense aviation capabilities. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves B2B clients in the tea export market (UK, UAE, Saudi Arabia), aerospace industry partners, and hospitality consumers. |
Key management Executive Chairman H.M. Gupta leads the company with strong industry experience. |
Our journey and innovations Started with tea estates in 1994, expanded into aerospace and hospitality, underwent restructuring with tech division demerged in 2024, enhancing focus on tea business. |
Where we operate Primarily India with exports to USA, UK, France, Germany, Middle East, and CIS countries. |
Top products or what we offer Tea production and sales (Orthodox and CTC types), aviation product support services, and hospitality ventures (QSR brand Kebab Xpress). |
Top brands Rossell Tea – One of the highest average price teas in Assam; Kebab Xpress – Quick Service Restaurant brand expanding in NCR. |
Raw materials needed Tea leaves for processing; aerospace components and materials for engineering services. |
Raw materials supplier Tea leaves sourced from own estates and selected suppliers; aerospace materials sourced from industry vendors. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Tea and aviation services generate largely recurring revenue with some seasonality; expansion efforts drive growth. |
Our industry position Among best-managed tea producers in Assam; recognized in export markets; significant aerospace service provider in India. |
Financial highlights FY2025 revenue Rs 185.2 crores; net profit Rs 19.7 crores, reflecting strong growth over previous years. |
Geographical revenue split Revenue predominantly from India (approx. 57%), USA (31%), UK (2%), France, Germany, and other regions making the balance. |
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Whats driving growth Tea division growth driven by estate acquisitions, improved yields, and export demand; aerospace services benefit from long-term contracts. |
Our future plans Expand tea production by increasing estate base to 7.4 million kgs; enhance operational efficiencies and export reach. |
Our green promise Four estates certified carbon neutral or climate positive; ongoing solar power installations and energy conservation initiatives. |
Our people and values Employs over 7,400 people post recent acquisition; emphasizes employee safety, training, and ethical governance. |
Key challenges ahead Climatic variability affecting crop production; geopolitical risks in export markets; managing operational costs amid expansion. |
Interesting facts Rossell Tea achieved highest ever average tea price for Assam; recognized internationally for sustainability; QSR brand expansion ongoing. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates agricultural risks through diversified estates; strategic partnerships in aerospace; focus on sustainability and market diversification. |
