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MTR Foods
MTR Foods is an Indian heritage brand in the branded food market. Its tradition of food and hospitality began in 1924 with the MTR Restaurant in Bangalore.
MTR Foods
MTR Foods is an Indian heritage brand in the branded food market. Its tradition of food and hospitality began in 1924 with the MTR Restaurant in Bangalore. The company offers ready-to-eat curries and rice, instant mixes, spices, pickles, papads and related products, and became part of Norwegian company Orkla in 2007.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
1924
Location
Region
Asia
Country
India
City
Bengaluru
Corporate office
Bengaluru, India
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What was the structure of the Eastern Condiments acquisition?
In September 2020, MTR Foods acquired a 41.8% stake from the Meeran family and McCormick's entire 26% stake, giving Orkla a 67.8% ownership position in Eastern. The deal valued Eastern at INR 20 billion on a debt and cash-free basis. A subsequent merger application was filed to combine Eastern into MTR, leaving Orkla with a 90.01% stake in the merged entity and the Meeran family with 9.99%.
Does MTR Foods manage outside capital or operate a fund?
No. MTR Foods does not operate a private equity fund, manage third-party capital, or function as a family office. It is a corporate subsidiary that uses its parent company's balance sheet to execute strategic acquisitions in the Indian consumer food sector. Its investment activity is limited to wholly owned, controlling-stake transactions.
What sectors does MTR Foods invest in?
MTR Foods exclusively invests in the Indian branded consumer food and beverage sector. Its portfolio centers on spices, ready-to-eat meals, breakfast mixes, sweets, and snacks. The firm has no disclosed investments in technology, financial services, real estate, or other asset classes outside of consumer staples.
Who holds decision-making authority for acquisitions at MTR Foods?
Material investment decisions at MTR Foods align with Orkla ASA's group governance structure. While the subsidiary executes transactions, board representation and ultimate approval authority sit with Orkla's corporate management in Norway. Post-acquisition governance of the merged MTR-Eastern entity reflects this, with Orkla maintaining a 90.01% ownership interest.
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