Laurus Labs to Invest Up to EURO 5 Million in Joint Venture KRKA Pharma for New Manufacturing Facility
The investment is substantial for future growth and market expansion through a new manufacturing facility. However, the target entity (KRKA Pharma) is a new joint venture with no current operations or turnover, implying that the financial benefits and operational impact will materialize in the medium to long term rather than immediately.
The investment in a joint venture for a new manufacturing facility signifies strategic growth, expansion into new markets including India, and aligns with long-term business objectives, indicating positive future prospects.
* Laurus Labs Limited's Board of Directors, at their meeting on 25 July 2025, approved an investment of up to EURO 5,000,000 (approximately ₹45 crore) in KRKA Pharma Private Limited (KRKA), a joint venture of the Company. * KRKA d.d., Novo mesto, Slovenia, the co-venturer, will also invest an equivalent amount of about EURO 5,000,000 (approximately ₹45 crore) in KRKA. * The existing shareholding ratio of 51:49 between KRKA d.d., Novo mesto and Laurus Labs Limited will remain unchanged post-investment. * The investment's purpose is to fund civil works for setting up a manufacturing facility to produce finished products for new markets, including India. * This investment aligns with the company’s strategic growth plans and long-term business objectives. * KRKA Pharma Private Limited was incorporated on 12 April 2024 and is yet to commence its operations, with a nil turnover for 2024-25. * The investment is considered a related party transaction but is being done on an arm's length basis. * The investment by Laurus Labs is expected to be completed on or before 31 December 2025.
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