Zeal Aqua Limited – Company Report
1. Company Overview
Zeal Aqua Limited, established in 2009 and based in Surat, Gujarat, is a leading Indian aquaculture company renowned for its vertically integrated seafood supply chain. The company is a pioneer in large-scale shrimp and prawn farming, production, and export, utilizing advanced satellite farming networks and state-of-the-art processing facilities. Leveraging technology, sustainable practices, and a robust farmer partnership program, Zeal Aqua delivers premium quality shrimp to domestic and international markets. The company operates with a significant workforce and a wide farmer network, adhering to recognized quality, food safety, and traceability standards.
Key Highlights:
- Incorporated: 2009
- Headquarters: Surat, Gujarat, India
- Employees: 1,200+
- Farmer Network: 500+
- Production Capacity: 3,000+ MT/year (processing), 1,500+ MT/year (own farms)
- Export Reach: 20+ countries
- Certifications: ISO certified, recognized by Government of India
- Core Segments: Farmed shrimp, satellite farming, aquafeed, shrimp medicines, export
2. Products and Services
- Farmed Shrimps: Black Tiger, Vannamei, and other premium shrimp varieties for export and domestic markets
- Satellite Contract Farming: Input supply (seeds, feed, probiotics), technical support, and procurement from partner farms
- Shrimp Processing & Export: Blast, plate, and IQF freezing; fully integrated processing and export operations
- Shrimp Feed & Medicines: R&D-backed feed and disease management solutions for farmers
- Seafood Trading: Supplying processed seafood to domestic and international buyers
- Sustainable Practices: Antibiotic-free, biosecure farming, and water management; focus on food safety and traceability
- Consulting: Technical support, regulatory compliance, and sustainable aquaculture solutions for farmers
3. Recent Business Developments
- Strengthened its farmer partnership program and acquired new export certifications to enhance international market reach
- Enhanced production and processing technology, with investments in biosecurity and automation
- Expanded the distribution of proprietary feed and shrimp medicines, supporting satellite farming growth
- Maintained a strong focus on food safety and environmental standards, receiving multiple awards for sustainable aquaculture
- Robust order book for exports, with increased visibility in the EU and US markets
- Ongoing expansion of processing unit capacity and diversification into new value-added seafood products
4. Financial Performance (FY2025)
| Metric | FY2025 Value |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue | ₹521 crore |
| Net Profit | ₹10.1 crore |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS) | ₹0.8 |
| Net Profit Margin | 2% |
| Dividend | Nil |