EPL Limited (formerly known as Essel Propack Limited) is the world's largest specialty packaging company, manufacturing laminated plastic tubes catering to the Beauty & Cosmetics, Pharma & Health, Food, Oral and Home segments. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India and has established itself as a dominant player in the global packaging industry since its founding in 1982.
The company was acquired by the Blackstone group in August 2019 from the Essel group of companies. The Blackstone Group is one of the leading investment firms in the world with an AUM of around USD 511 billion across sectors like private equity, real estate, hedge fund solutions and credit businesses. This acquisition brought significant financial backing and strategic expertise to EPL's operations.
EPL is the world's largest global specialty packaging company with an annual capacity of ~8 billion tubes. Its manufacturing units operate across USA, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Poland, Germany, Egypt, China, Philippines, and India. The company has a globally diversified operation base with manufacturing facilities spread across 10 countries.
The company operates through four main geographical segments:
- AMESA (Africa, Middle East and South Asia): This region has the largest share in EPL's total revenue, accounting for 34% of total sales. India is the largest market in this region, contributing more than 80% of EPL's revenues from AMESA.
- EAP (East Asia Pacific): This region's contribution to EPL's total revenues was approximately 24% during FY22.
- Americas: This region accounts for 21% of EPL's revenues.
- Europe: This region also accounts for 21% of EPL's revenues.
EPL's global expertise spans five large categories:
- Oral Care
- Beauty & Cosmetics
- Pharmaceuticals & Health
- Food & Nutrition
- Home Care
The company's portfolio of products comprises laminates, laminated tubes, extruded tubes, caps & closures, and dispensing systems/applicators. Its product offerings include a wide range of plastic tubes, caps and closures, laminated tubes, and laminates such as plastic barrier laminates, aluminum barrier laminates, and customized specialty laminates. It also offers dispensing systems like tamper-proof long nozzle tubes, steel roll-on tubes, pump tubes, silicon valve cap tubes, pinch-off tubes, oval tamper cap tubes, safety seal tubes, lip balm tubes, and simple long nozzle tubes.
Innovation is a core driver for EPL, with the company consistently developing new ideas to enhance customer offerings and lead the industry. EPL engages with customers throughout the entire product cycle, from concept to commercialization, fostering co-creation, providing product and process consulting, and ensuring the delivery of viable solutions.
EPL is committed to leading sustainable packaging solutions, recognizing sustainability as crucial for its continued operation. With an emphasis on sustainability and safety, EPL Ltd is dedicated to bringing the latest, greener products to the market. Its CSR policy focuses on creating a better environment and improving the lives of people in its local communities.
As of the latest available data:
- Market Capitalization: ₹7,419.09 Cr
- Q4 FY25 Performance:
- Net Profit: ₹114.30 crore (a 412.56% increase from ₹22.30 crore in Q4 FY24)
- Sales: ₹1105.40 crore (a 7.40% increase from ₹1029.20 crore in Q4 FY24)
- Full Financial Year FY25 Performance:
- Net Profit: ₹359.00 crore (a 68.39% increase from ₹213.20 crore in FY24)
- Sales: ₹4213.30 crore (a 7.59% increase from ₹3916.10 crore in FY24)
EPL has demonstrated strong financial performance, achieving 10 consecutive quarters of EBITDA growth.
In February 2025, EPL entered into a share purchase agreement. Epsilon, the promoter holding a 51.45% stake, agreed to sell 7,94,94,085 equity shares, representing a 24.90% stake, to Indorama Netherlands B.V. for ₹240 per equity share, amounting to an aggregate consideration of ₹1907,85,80,400. This collaboration aims to drive operational efficiencies and cost competitiveness while maintaining EPL's focus on sustainability. Blackstone retains a significant stake, underscoring the potential for long-term value creation.
- IMC RAMKRISHNA BAJAJ NATIONAL QUALITY PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE AWARD 2024: Awarded to EPL Limited's Nalagarh facility, the World's Largest Tube Manufacturing Site in Himachal Pradesh, India, presented on 23rd April 2025.
- SIES SOP Star Award 2019: Recognized for the Pantene Conditioner Innovation Pack format.
EPL Ltd's stock is listed on both the BSE and NSE, providing investors with multiple avenues for trading. The company continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in specialty packaging while focusing on sustainable growth and operational excellence across its diverse geographical markets.
