Century Extrusions Ltd. – Company Report
1. Company Overview
Century Extrusions Ltd. (CEL), established in 1988 and headquartered in Kolkata, West Bengal, is a leading Indian manufacturer of aluminium extrusion products. The company operates its primary manufacturing facility in Kharagpur, near major primary aluminium producers. With over three decades of experience, CEL has positioned itself among India’s largest players in aluminium extrusions, producing over 3,000 profile types and serving a broad customer base across industries.
CEL is promoted by the Jhunjhunwala family and is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and OHSAS 18001 certified, reflecting its commitment to quality, environmental, and occupational standards. Its fully integrated production includes three extrusion press lines (ranging from 1,250 MT to 2,700 MT), in-house die manufacturing, heat treatment, billet casting, and a modern powder coating unit. With an optimized capacity of 15,000 metric tonnes per annum, the company serves industries such as aerospace, construction, railways, road transport, defense, solar, electronics, and more.
Key Highlights:
- Incorporated: 1988
- Headquarters: Kolkata (factory in Kharagpur, West Bengal)
- Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 18001
- Installed Capacity: 15,000 MT/year
- Core Segments: Aluminium extrusions, transmission/distribution hardware
- Customers: Architectural, automobile, engineering, railways, solar, electronics, defense sectors
2. Products and Services
Century Extrusions offers an extensive range of aluminium products designed for various end-use applications:
Aluminium Extruded Profiles and Components:
- Building and construction systems (structural glazing, curtain walls, windows, doors, partitions, modular furniture, rolling shutters)
- Road and rail transport sections, automobile parts, and heat transfer elements
- Electrical applications including tubes, flats, bus bars, clamps, H-connectors, repair sleeves, lugs, panels
- Engineering and industrial profiles (motor housings, valve bodies, gear pump casings, A.C. louvers, machinery parts, pneumatic/actuator components)
- Defense and aerospace profiles
Specialized and Custom Orders:
- Over 5,000 dies for 3,000+ customized profiles
- Cold drawn round bars, hexagonal bars, rods, and wires for specialized engineering and electronics applications
Transmission and Distribution Line Hardware:
- Power transmission accessories, hardware for conductor lines, and fittings for energy infrastructure
Finishing and Processing:
- In-house powder coating facility for varied finishing needs
- Billet casting, cold drawing, and quality testing labs ensure performance and conformance to international standards
3. Recent News & Financial Performance
- July 2024: The board of CEL approved the installation of a new extrusion press at the Kharagpur facility, targeting a further 9,000 tonnes in installed capacity. The investment ₹20 crore is expected to enhance productivity, streamline processes, and improve overall efficiency, with commissioning targeted within 12 months.
- September 2025: The brownfield capacity expansion of 9,000 tonnes per year under implementation by value-added aluminium products manufacturer Century Extrusions Ltd. is "most likely" to be completed in the December quarter.The brownfield expansion is taking place in the company's manufacturing facility at Kharagpur in West Bengal. Post expansion, the installed capacity of the company will be 24,000 tonnes per year.
- CEL continues to modernize operations—recent upgrades include advanced CNC-machined dies, a fully automatic powder coating plant, and in-house billet manufacturing, supporting value-added offerings and vertical integration.
- As Anchor Partner for major aluminium brands, the company has expanded its product portfolio and upgraded internal logistics, inventory, and quality management.
- CEL has floated invitations and participated in national and international industry exhibitions, reinforcing its positioning as a premium supplier for high-spec materials.
- The company is actively improving its working capital cycle and debtor days, with recent half-year ratios at best-in-class levels for the sector.
4. Financial Performance Table:
| Metric | FY2025 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Net Sales | ₹431.95 Cr | ₹375.65 Cr |
| Net Profit | ₹9.94 Cr | ₹7.45 Cr |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS) | ₹1.24 | ₹0.93 |
| Operating Profit Margin (OPM) | 6% | 6% |
| Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) | 18.3% | - |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 13% | - |
| Dividend Policy | No dividend declared |