Laurus Labs Limited announced that it has reached to an agreement with M/s. Krka to establish a joint venture (JV) company in Hyderabad, India (namely Krka Pharma Pvt. Ltd.). In this JV Company, Krka will hold 51% and Laurus 49% shareholding.

The registered capital of the newly founded company shall be up to Indian rupees equivalent to EUR 50 million. The joint venture will enable the production of finished products for the new markets, including the Indian market. It is expected that the necessary procedures and documentation for the registration of the new joint venture company will be finalised by the end of March 2024.

Laurus and KRKA have agreed on a step-by-step development of the joint venture company.