Kochi: As India welcomes Samvat 2082 with Diwali celebrations, Kings Infra Ventures Ltd. has extended warm wishes to its investors, partners, and stakeholders, expressing optimism for a year of prosperity, innovation, and global recognition. The company highlighted the exceptional promise of India’s seafood and aquaculture industry, which is poised to lead global markets through rising international demand and expanding trade partnerships.
A surge in European orders continues to be a key driver of growth, with strong demand from Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Greece, Holland, and Belgium. This reflects the growing acceptance of Indian seafood for its superior taste, sustainability standards, and traceability. Chairman and Managing Director Shaji Baby John stated, “The wider acceptance of Indian seafood across Europe is a strong vote of confidence in the quality and consistency of our products. The response from buyers in Spain, Italy, France, and Greece has been remarkable.”
Kings Infra’s active participation in global seafood trade events and buyer meets has enhanced its market visibility and strengthened long-term relationships with importers and distributors. The company credited proactive government policies for boosting the sector, including the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), Fishery and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF), and support from MPEDA, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, and MSME schemes. These initiatives are helping producers modernize operations, improve processing capabilities, and meet global standards.
Trade negotiations led by the Government of India have also sparked optimism for resolving tariff and trade-related challenges with the U.S. market, potentially unlocking renewed export opportunities and stronger bilateral ties. A major milestone was the approval of India’s Turtle Excluder Device (TED) design by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), reinforcing India’s commitment to sustainable fishing practices.
Further momentum is building through new trade agreements with the United Kingdom, rising demand from the Middle East, and improving relations with China, setting the stage for robust export performance in the coming year.
Domestically, Kings Infra is expanding its farm-to-fork ecosystem. Kings Frigo is developing a strong cold chain and retail distribution network for premium seafood across India, while Bento is introducing hygienic, value-added seafood meals to urban consumers through select outlets and partnerships.
As Samvat 2082 begins, Kings Infra Ventures Ltd. expressed gratitude to its stakeholders for their continued trust and collaboration. The company reaffirmed its commitment to steering India’s seafood industry toward a sustainable and prosperous future, driven by innovation, quality, and global engagement.
