Mukka Proteins will invest up to ₹11.10 crore to acquire a 51% stake in Delta Marine Products. This aims to expand its fish meal and fish oil business, despite Delta Marine currently being loss-making.
Mukka Proteins Acquires Majority Stake in Delta Marine Products
Mukka Proteins Limited is set to acquire a 51% majority stake in Delta Marine Products for an investment of up to ₹11.10 crore.
This strategic move is planned for completion by September 30, 2026, through capital contribution in tranches.
Reader Takeaway: Inorganic growth via acquisition; monitor turnaround of loss-making target.
What just happened
Mukka Proteins announced the approval of a strategic investment to acquire a 51% stake in Delta Marine Products. The total investment is capped at ₹11.10 crore, to be disbursed in tranches by September 30, 2026. This is classified as a non-related party transaction.
Why this matters
This acquisition is part of Mukka Proteins' strategy to scale up its operations in the fish meal and fish oil sector. It aims to increase manufacturing capacity and market reach by integrating Delta Marine Products' existing operations into its business. The move represents an inorganic growth strategy for the company.
The backstory
Delta Marine Products, the target entity, has shown substantial growth in turnover, increasing from ₹3.64 crore in FY 2023-24 to ₹28.17 crore in FY 2024-25. However, the company reported a net loss of ₹0.20 crore (₹19.73 lakh) in FY 2024-25, while figures for FY 2023-24 are not available (N/A).
What changes now
Mukka Proteins will gain control over Delta Marine Products, integrating its operations to enhance its core business. The focus will be on leveraging Delta Marine's turnover growth while addressing its current loss-making status. The investment will be phased, with the full capital deployment expected by September 2026.
Risks to watch
A key risk is the turnaround of Delta Marine Products, which is currently operating at a loss. The integration of this loss-making entity could put short-term pressure on Mukka Proteins' consolidated profitability. Investors will need to track the company's ability to make Delta Marine profitable.
Peer comparison
(No verified peer comparison data available in the filing.)
Context metrics (time-bound)
Delta Marine Products' turnover grew from ₹3.64 crore in FY 2023-24 to ₹28.17 crore in FY 2024-25.
Investment in Delta Marine Products is planned in tranches, concluding by September 30, 2026.
What to track next
Investors should monitor the integration progress of Delta Marine Products, the timeline for achieving profitability for the acquired entity, and the impact on Mukka Proteins' consolidated financial results.
