What we do Waterbase Ltd, part of KCT Group, specializes in integrated shrimp aquaculture, including shrimp feeds, hatchery, farming, and processing since 1987 from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. |
Founded in 1,987 |
Market share Leading shrimp feed manufacturer in India with significant export presence to the US, Japan, EU, and Middle East markets. |
Problem solved Provides high-quality shrimp feeds and processed shrimp products to support sustainable aquaculture and meet global seafood demand. |
Top clients or who we serve B2B segment including shrimp farmers and seafood processors; exports primarily to US, Japan, Middle East, and EU markets. |
Key management - |
Our journey and innovations Commissioned India's first integrated aquaculture facility in 1993; launched premium shrimp feeds 'Supreme' and 'Magnum'; expanded capacity and automated processing plant recently. |
Where we operate India (Nellore), exports to USA, Japan, Middle East, and European Union countries. |
Top products or what we offer Shrimp feeds under Supreme and Magnum brands; processed shrimp and pasteurized crab meat products. |
Top brands Supreme Shrimp Feed - market leader in brackish water feed; Magnum Shrimp Feed - tailored for fresh water; Prize Catch - branded processed seafood. |
Raw materials needed Fish meal, soybean meal, wheat bran, vitamin premixes for feed manufacturing; shrimp raw materials for processing. |
Raw materials supplier - |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue is largely recurring from shrimp feed with some cyclical fluctuations in processed shrimp segment. |
Our industry position Among top integrated shrimp feed manufacturers in India with strong export approvals (FDA, EU, HACCP). |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenue ₹277.7 crore with net loss ₹18.16 crore impacted by market and operational challenges. |
Geographical revenue split Domestic: ₹140.6 crore; International exports: ₹128.8 crore for FY 2024-25. |
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Whats driving growth Capacity enhancement, feed formulation innovation, automation upgrades, and expanding value-added seafood exports. |
Our future plans Capacity expansion, automation for cost efficiency, new feed formulations, increasing processed seafood product range. |
Our green promise - |
Our people and values Committed workforce with structured governance; emphasis on ethical conduct and corporate social responsibility. |
Key challenges ahead Industry volatility, rising operational costs, global market price fluctuations, and regulatory compliance. |
Interesting facts Integrated aquaculture facility since 1993; first in India with US FDA approved shrimp processing plant. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates risks through diversification across feed and processing, export approvals, and continuous R&D. |
