What Panchakanya does

Panchakanya Group is a privately-held Nepali industrial conglomerate founded in 1971 in Jhapa, operating 15+ business verticals across steel, plastics, construction materials, energy, and trading with 1,200+ employees. Core manufacturing divisions include Panchakanya Steel (TMT rebars in 500 XD and 550 XD grades, wires, nails, eco-bars, with the company being the first TMT manufacturer in Nepal since 2002 using German technology), Panchakanya Plast (HDPE, PVC, PPR, CPVC pipes and fittings, sanitary products, uPVC conduit, Flame Pro fire sprinkler systems, and globally second-sourced transparent CPVC fittings using Sekisui Japan compound), Panchakanya Profile (uPVC windows and doors with Veka and Conch profiles), Nepal Bitumen and Barrel Udyog (NBBUL — sole manufacturer of MS barrels and only domestic bitumen supplier), Panchakanya Readymix Concrete (M10 to M40 grades), Panchakanya S.S. (stainless steel water tanks, 304 and 316 food-grade), Panchakanya Structural Steel (PSS — light gauge steel frames, CGI sheets, deck sheets), and the 2025-launched Panchakanya Bathware (German-tech faucets and showers). The group also owns Explore Earthmovers (sole Volvo CE dealer in Nepal since 2015), Paramax Construction, Ujjwal Trading Center, Ujjwal Energy (solar), Pexim International (scrap trading), Tej Aggregates, Panchakanya Mai Hydropower Limited (Upper Mai 12 MW and Upper Mai Cascade 6.1 MW), and Panchakanya Housing & Land Development.

Revenue is generated primarily through B2B and B2C hardware sales of construction materials, organized across a nationwide authorized dealer and sub-dealer network with online locator tools, enterprise field sales for large infrastructure and government contracts (hospitals, hotels, education, roads), and wholesale distribution via Ujjwal Trading Center. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and varies by product line and channel. The company holds ISO 9001 (multiple standards) and ISO 14001 certifications, was the first Nepali steel company to receive the NS mark (1998), and has strategic technology partnerships with Sekisui Chemical Group (Japan), German technology providers, and Veka (window profiles). Customer base spans healthcare, education, hospitality, government infrastructure, humanitarian NGOs, and general residential and commercial construction contractors.

Ownership is concentrated in the Shrestha family: founder Prem Bahadur Shrestha as Chairman, sons Pradeep Kumar Shrestha (Managing Director, former youngest FNCCI president), Dhruba K. Shrestha (Vice Chairman), Badri Kumar Shrestha (Executive Director, based in Delhi), Ujjwal Kumar Shrestha (Executive Director, joined 2007), Udeep Shrestha (Executive Director), and Ashik Shrestha (Director). The company operates exclusively within Nepal with no disclosed international expansion, no public listing, no external institutional or private equity investment, and no disclosed revenue figures.

Name

Panchakanya

Legal name

Panchakanya Group

Website

https://panchakanya.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Panchakanya Group is a 52-year-old Nepali industrial conglomerate manufacturing TMT steel rebars, plastic pipes, readymix concrete, bitumen, stainless steel tanks, uPVC windows, and bathware. It serves Nepal's construction, infrastructure, healthcare, and hospitality sectors through a nationwide dealer network and direct enterprise sales across 15+ business verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Materials Manufacturing

NAICS

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (332), Boiler, Tank, and Shipping Container Manufacturing (3324), Other Building Material Dealers (44418), Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Material Merchant Wholesalers (42333), Fastener, Button, Needle, and Pin Manufacturing (339993)

SIC

Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440), Metal Shipping Barrels, Drums, Kegs & Pails (3412), Plastics Products, Nec (3089), Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420)

akta.pro primary industry

Plumbing & Building Drain/Waste/Vent (DWV) Pipe & Fittings (IMANADAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Pails & Paint Cans (IMALADAE), Building Materials & Lumber Distribution (CRAOAFAD)

Keywords

• Construction materials manufacturing
• TMT steel rebars
• Plastic pipe fittings
• Ready-mix concrete
• Building products distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Kathmandu

HQ country

Nepal

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Steel Products: Revenue from manufacturing and selling TMT rebars (500 XD, 550 XD grades), wires, nails, and Eco-bars for construction applications.
2. Plastic Pipes & Fittings: Sales of HDPE, PVC, PPR, CPVC pipes and fittings for water supply, plumbing, sanitation, and industrial applications. Includes Flame Pro fire sprinkler systems and transparent fittings.
3. uPVC Windows & Doors: Custom manufactured uPVC doors and windows including sliding, casement, fixed, tilt-and-turn designs with 10-year warranty on Veka profile.
4. Stainless Steel Water Tanks: 304 & 316 grade stainless steel water tanks for commercial and industrial water storage with 1-year warranty.
5. Structural Steel Products: Light Gauge Steel structures, CGI roofing sheets, and deck sheets for construction. Includes PSS (Panchakanya Structural Steel) pre-engineered buildings.
6. Ready Mix Concrete: Factory-mixed concrete delivered to construction sites, producing M10 to M40 grade concrete.
7. Bitumen & Barrel Products: Viscosity grade bitumen (VG-10, VG-30), bitumen emulsions under HIMALSION brand, CRMB, and mild steel barrel manufacturing.
8. Trading & Distribution: Import and distribution of chemicals, industrial raw materials, cement (Prism brand), and Panchakanya Group manufactured building materials through Ujjwal Trading.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Panchakanya manufactures and distributes construction and building materials through multiple divisions: steel products (TMT rebars, wires, nails, eco-bars), plastic pipes and fittings (HDPE, PVC, PPR, CPVC, uPVC conduits, sanitary, fire sprinkler systems), uPVC doors and windows, ready-mix concrete, bitumen and MS barrels, stainless steel water tanks, structural steel (LGS, CGI sheets, deck sheets), LPG cylinders, and bathware products. Products are sold through authorized dealers, sub-dealers, enterprise direct sales, and sister-concern Ujjwal Trading across Nepal.

Product overview

Panchakanya Group is a diversified industrial conglomerate operating across 15+ industries in Nepal, with six core manufacturing divisions: Steel (TMT rebars, wires, nails), Plastics (HDPE, PVC, PPR, CPVC, uPVC conduit, sanitary), Profile (uPVC doors and windows), Bitumen & Barrel, Readymix Concrete, and Stainless Steel Water Tanks. Additional divisions include Panchakanya Bathware (founded 2025), Panchakanya Structural Steel (light gauge steel, CGI sheets, deck sheets), and renewable energy operations (hydropower and solar). The company operates a nationwide dealer and sub-dealer distribution network, exporting products internationally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Panchakanya Steel: TMT steel bars, wires, nails, and eco-bars manufacturing division
• Panchakanya Plast
• Panchakanya Structural Steel (PSS)
• Panchasakti
• Panchakanya Bathware
• Himalsion
• CRMB Digo
• Panchakanya Mai Hydropower

Products and services

• Panchakanya Rebar (TMT Steel Bars) Thermo-mechanically treated (TMT) steel rebars manufactured in 500 XD and 550 XD grades, available in sizes from 8mm to 40mm, featuring double-rib angle design with superior bond strength, weldability, corrosion resistance, and seismic performance. Used in construction and infrastructure projects across Nepal.
• Wires and Nails Steel wire products including 4.75mm and 7mm Eco-bars of high tensile strength, HB (Hard Drawn) wires in 6mm size for Hume pipe production and structural support, and soft strong binding wires in 20 and 22 gauge coils for construction binding applications.
• HDPE Pipes and Fittings High-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes and ducts manufactured from PE 63, PE 80, and PE 100 grade raw materials. Suitable for bore well, water supply, lift irrigation, sprinkler and drip irrigation, sewerage and drainage, cable ducting, and natural gas applications. Features NS mark certification and 50-year designed lifespan.
• PVC Pipes and Fittings Non-plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes and fittings for water distribution, construction, and infrastructure development. ISO-certified and NS-marked, offering strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion and chemicals. Used in residential plumbing, drainage, industrial, and agricultural applications.
• PPR Pipes and Fittings Polypropylene Random Copolymer (PP-R) pipes and fittings providing complete plumbing solution for hot and cold water distribution. Connected via fusion welding for 100% leak-proof joints. Rated for pressures PN 10 through PN 25 and temperatures up to 95°C with minimum 50-year lifespan.
• CPVC Pipes and Fittings Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) pipes and fittings manufactured using Sekisui Japan compound. Designed for hot and cold water distribution, industrial applications, and solar/electric water heating systems. Lead-free, fire-retardant, corrosion-resistant, available in SDR 11 and SDR 13.5 ratings.
• CPVC Flame Pro Fire Sprinkler System Specialized CPVC fire sprinkler system manufactured using Sekisui Japan CPVC compound. Features Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI) of 60, superior flow (C factor of 150), continuous pressure rating of 175 psi at 150°F, and 50-year service life. Approved per NFPA 13 for light and ordinary hazardous applications.
• CPVC Transparent Fittings First-of-its-kind transparent CPVC fittings manufactured in Nepal (second globally), using Sekisui Japan transparent CPVC compound. Provides better visibility of plumbing workmanship with higher pressure strength of 9.5 MPa and 106.5°C Vicat Softening Temperature.
• Sanitary Pan Plastic toilet pans manufactured from polypropylene (PP) raw materials. Lightweight, low-cost, easy to install and transport, particularly suitable for remote hilly areas of Nepal. Distributed through government and INGO sanitation programs for anti-open defecation campaigns.
• uPVC Conduit Pipes and Fittings Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) electrical conduit pipes and fittings for protection and routing of electrical wiring. Features non-conductive properties, high mechanical strength, smooth inner surface, corrosion resistance, moisture resistance, and flame retardancy. Available OD 20mm to OD 63mm in light, medium, and heavy-duty grades.
• Nepal Bitumen and Barrel Products Bitumen and barrel products including viscosity-graded bitumen (VG-10, VG-30), cationic bitumen emulsion (Himalsion brand in RS, MS, SS grades), crumb rubber modified bitumen (CRMB Digo), and mild steel barrels/drums (200L, 167L, 20L, 50L capacities). Only manufacturer of MS barrels in Nepal.
• Panchakanya uPVC Doors and Windows uPVC door and window systems reinforced with galvanized steel, available in sliding, casement, fixed, tilt-and-turn, and double-door designs. Features thermal conductivity of 0.16 W/mK (up to 35% energy savings), sound reduction up to 42 dB, UV resistance with titanium dioxide nanoparticles, and fire retardancy. 10-year warranty on Veka profile.
• Stainless Steel Water Tank Stainless steel water tanks manufactured in 304 and 316 food-grade stainless steel, providing hygienic, corrosion-resistant water storage. Available in vertical and horizontal designs with mirror-finished interior and lockable lid. Widely used in dairy, pharmaceutical, hospitality, and brewing industries.
• Ready Mix Concrete Factory-produced ready-mix concrete delivered to construction sites in transit mixers. Manufactured in computerized automatic plant monitoring weight batching, water-cement ratio, and moisture content. Produces concrete grades M10 to M40 with pumping capacity up to 150m horizontal and 90m vertical.
• Panchakanya Bathware Bathware products including faucets, showers, and accessories combining German technology (aerators, hoses) with high-grade brass handles and bodies. Product series named after Nepal's rivers. Features ultra-smooth chrome finish, water conservation, and sustainability design.
• Panchasakti CGI Sheets Corrugated galvanized iron (CGI) roofing and cladding sheets available in tile profile, H-span, and corrugated sheet designs. Thickness 0.45mm TCT with 60 GSM zinc coating, customizable up to 20 ft length.
• Deck Sheet Galvanized steel deck sheets with 75mm crest depth for composite floor construction. Thickness 0.8mm, 80 GSM zinc coating, yield strength 286-297 MPa, 4-hour fire resistance, anti-corrosion coating, and rough-gripped surface for concrete adhesion.
• Light Gauge Steel (LGS) Structure Cold-formed steel framing systems under Panchakanya Structural Steel (PSS) brand. Zinc-alloy-coated steel frames for low-rise and multi-storey residential buildings, schools, offices, hospitals, restaurants, and resorts. Pre-engineered with seismic and fire resistivity, 30% lower cost than conventional construction.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50-year minimum lifespan for PPR pipes and SS tanks
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Sekisui JapancoreTechnology or IntegrationPremium CPVC raw material supplier from Sekisui Chemical Group, Japan. Provides advanced polymer technology for CPVC pipes, Flame Pro, and transparent fittings with superior quality and performance characteristics.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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