Fermenta Biotech Ltd has approved the transfer of its environmental solutions business to its wholly-owned subsidiary, Fermenta Environment Solutions Pvt Ltd, for Rs 19 crores. The move, effective October 1, 2025, aims to streamline operations and accelerate growth in sustainability-focused verticals like waste management and water treatment.
In a strategic move to sharpen its sustainability focus, Fermenta Biotech Ltd (FBL) has announced the transfer of its environmental solutions division to Fermenta Environment Solutions Pvt Ltd (FESPL), a wholly-owned subsidiary.
The transaction, structured as a slump sale, is valued at Rs 19 crores and is set to take effect from October 1, 2025.
This decision reflects Fermenta’s intent to create a more agile and specialized platform for its environmental initiatives, allowing for targeted growth and operational efficiency.
Notable Updates:
- Strategic realignment aims to consolidate environmental operations under FESPL for focused execution and scalability.
- The transferred business contributed Rs 22.2 crores to FBL’s revenue in FY 2024–25, with a net worth of Rs 15.53 crores.
- The Rs 19 crore slump sale is expected to be completed within 60 days from the effective date.
- The environmental vertical includes waste management, water treatment, and bioremediation—key areas aligned with Fermenta’s sustainability goals.
This restructuring signals Fermenta’s commitment to long-term value creation through specialized subsidiaries and environmental innovation.
Sources: Economic Times, PR Newswire, ScanX News