Waterways Leisure Tourism Limited operates in the domestic ocean cruise tourism segment through its cruise vessel, MV Empress, which offers itineraries across destinations such as Mumbai, Goa, Kochi, Chennai, Lakshadweep, Visakhapatnam and Puducherry, along with selected international routes. The vessel includes accommodation across multiple cabin categories and onboard facilities such as restaurants, entertainment venues, a casino, spa, fitness centre, swimming pools, gaming areas, and spaces for meetings, events and weddings. The company follows an asset-light operating model by outsourcing functions including food and beverage services, housekeeping, crewing and entertainment, while a significant proportion of bookings are generated through its website, mobile application, call centres and customer service channels. As of March 31, 2026, more than 730,000 guests had travelled on its cruises.
Investors can apply for the Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO through the ASBA (Application Supported by Blocked Amount) facility available via net banking or through a registered trading platform. To apply, investors need to log in to their preferred application platform, select the IPO from the list of available public issues, enter the bid quantity within the specified price band, and provide the required Demat account and UPI details. After reviewing the application, investors can submit the bid and complete the UPI or bank mandate authorisation process. Once the application is submitted, the corresponding amount is blocked in the investor's bank account until the allotment process is completed. Following the basis of allotment, shares allotted to successful applicants are credited to their Demat accounts, while the blocked amount for unallotted or partially allotted applications is released in accordance with the applicable process. Investors should review the offer document and ensure that all application details are entered correctly before submission.
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Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO Details and Objectives
Details
| Information
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IPO Date
| June 23, 2026 to June 25, 2026
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Issue Size
| 72,40,100 shares (aggregating up to ₹585.00 crore)
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Price Band
| ₹769 to ₹808 per share
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Lot Size
| 18 shares
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Listing At
| BSE, NSE
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Purpose of the IPO
Payment towards deposit, advance lease rental and monthly lease payments to the step-down subsidiary, Baycruise Shipping and Leasing (IFSC) Private Limited (Baycruise IFSC)
General corporate purposes
Timeline of Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO
Event
| Date
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|---|
IPO Open Date
| Tue, Jun 23, 2026
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IPO Close Date
| Thu, Jun 25, 2026
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Tentative Allotment
| Mon, Jun 29, 2026
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Initiation of Refunds
| Tue, Jun 30, 2026
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Credit of Shares to Demat
| Tue, Jun 30, 2026
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Tentative Listing Date
| Wed, Jul 1, 2026
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Cut-off time for UPI mandate confirmation
| 5 PM on Thu, Jun 25, 2026
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Pricing & Lot Size of Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO
Price Band for the IPO
Minimum Lot Size and Application Details
Application
| Lots
| Shares
| Amount
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Retail (Min)
| 1
| 18
| ₹14,544
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Retail (Max)
| 13
| 234
| ₹1,89,072
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S-HNI (Min)
| 14
| 252
| ₹2,03,616
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S-HNI (Max)
| 68
| 1,224
| ₹9,88,992
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B-HNI (Min)
| 69
| 1,242
| ₹10,03,536
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Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO Application Process
The Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO application process can be completed online through your trading platform. Below is a step-by-step guide to applying for the IPO:
Step 1: Login to Your Trading Platform
Access your trading account using the trading platform.
Step 2: Navigate to the IPO Section
Go to the IPO section to view active IPO listings.
Step 3: Select the Open IPO and Click Apply
Locate Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO in the list of available IPOs and click the ‘Apply’ button.
Step 4: Enter the Quantity of Shares You Wish to Apply For
Specify the number of shares (lot size: 18 shares) at the price band of ₹769 to ₹808 per share.
Step 5: Provide Your UPI ID
Enter your UPI ID for payment authorisation and ensure sufficient funds in your bank account.
Step 6: Confirm the Application
Review your application details and confirm the UPI mandate before 5 PM on the last application day.
Step 7: Complete the Process and Wait for IPO Allotment Status
Submit the application and monitor the allotment status to check if shares have been allocated to you.
Shares Offered in Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO
The Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO allocates shares across different investor categories in accordance with the issue structure. The table below presents the number of shares offered and the corresponding percentage allocated to each category.
Investor Category
| Shares Offered
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Anchor Investors
| 21,72,030 (30.00%)
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Non-Institutional Investor
| 10,86,015 (15.00%)
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Qualified Institutional Buyers
| 14,48,020 (20.00%)
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Retail Individual Investor
| 25,34,035 (35.00%)
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Total Shares Offered
| 72,40,100 (100.00%)
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This allocation reflects the share distribution disclosed in the issue documents for each investor category participating in the IPO.
Financial Health and Performance
Key Financial Metrics
Total Assets: Declined from ₹399.20 crore in FY24 to ₹341.78 crore in FY26.
Total Income: Reached ₹586.99 crore in FY26, as compared to ₹452.15 crore in FY24.
Profit After Tax (PAT): Stood at ₹52.14 crore in FY26 as compared to a loss of ₹122.73 crore in FY24.
Net Worth: Recorded at ₹80.20 crore in FY26 in comparison to a negative net worth of ₹118.07 crore in FY24.
Reserves and Surplus: Stood at ₹15.05 crore in FY26, as compared to a negative balance of ₹182.75 crore in FY24.
Total Borrowing: Stood at ₹101.90 crore in FY26, as compared to ₹5.18 crore in FY24.
EBITDA: Stood at ₹117.48 crore in FY26 in comparison to ₹111.15 crore in FY24.
Recent Performance and Growth Prospects
The company's asset base declined during the reviewed period, reflecting changes in the scale of its balance sheet.
Total income increased compared to the earlier financial year, indicating higher revenue generation over the period.
Profit after tax improved during the period under review, with the company reporting a profit in FY26 compared to a loss in FY24.
Net worth strengthened over the period, moving from a negative position in FY24 to a positive net worth in FY26.
Reserves and surplus also improved during the reviewed period and recorded a positive balance in FY26.
Borrowings increased over the period, reflecting changes in the company's financing position.
EBITDA registered an increase compared to the earlier financial year, indicating changes in operating performance.
The company's financial position reflects developments in revenue, profitability, net worth and borrowings over the reviewed period.
The company's future business performance may be influenced by developments in the cruise tourism sector, passenger demand, operating conditions, and its planned business activities, subject to market conditions and other relevant factors.
Investment Risks and Opportunities
Potential Risks of Investing in the IPO
The company operates in the cruise tourism industry, where business performance may be influenced by changes in travel demand, tourism trends, operating costs, regulatory requirements, and broader economic conditions.
The company reported an increase in total borrowings during the reviewed period. Financing costs, lease obligations, and changes in operational or market conditions may affect its financial performance and cash flow.
Opportunities and Growth Potential
The company intends to utilise a significant portion of the IPO proceeds towards deposit, advance lease rental and monthly lease payments to its step-down subsidiary, Baycruise Shipping and Leasing (IFSC) Private Limited, along with general corporate purposes.
The company operates cruise services across multiple domestic destinations and selected international routes. It also plans to expand its fleet with additional cruise vessels. Its direct booking channels, onboard hospitality offerings and participation in the cruise tourism segment may support future business operations, subject to market conditions and industry dynamics.
Key Performance Indicator (KPI)
KPI
| Mar 31, 2026
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ROE
| 0.92%
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ROCE
| 1.14%
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Debt/Equity
| 1.27
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RoNW
| 92.70%
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PAT Margin
| 0.09%
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EBITDA Margin
| 0.20%
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Price to Book Value
| 65.64
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Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO Registrar & Lead Managers
Registrar
| Lead Manager(s)
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|---|
MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd.
| Centrum Broking Ltd.
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Company Address of Waterways Leisure Tourism Ltd
A-1601, Marathon Futurex,
NM Joshi Marg,
Lower Parel, Delisle Road,
Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400013
Phone: +91 22 7154 1821
Email: cs@waterways-leisure.com
Website: https://www.cordeliacruises.com/
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