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NCLT approves merger of JMC Projects India Ltd and Kalpataru Power Transmission Ltd

Posted On : 2022-12-21 19:52:30( TIMEZONE : IST )

The Ahmedabad Bench of the Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal today approved the scheme of amalgamation of JMC Projects (India) Limited (JMC) with Kalpataru Power Transmission Limited (KPTL), leading to the creation of one of India's large listed diversified engineering and construction company with combined order visibility of nearly Rs.43,000 crores.

The combined entity will have a significant presence in India and projects in 67 countries, with offerings in well-diversified areas of power transmission & distribution, buildings & factories, water, railways, oil & gas and heavy civil infrastructure. The combined entity will bring together diverse capabilities and the ability to pursue accelerated growth.

The Board of Directors of KPTL and JMC approved the scheme of amalgamation in February 2022. Pursuant to the Scheme, JMC's shareholders (other than KPTL) will be allotted one share of KPTL for every four shares held by them in JMC.

Commenting on the merger, Mr. Mofatraj Munot, Chairman KPTL said, "The merger of JMC with KPTL is a strategic culmination and the start of a new era for both companies. The merger provides us with greater scale, diversified business mix, increase competitiveness, strong financial profile and wider geographic coverage. The merger also opens up immense opportunities for both KPTL and JMC, which are backed by a strong track record of execution capabilities, experienced management and wellestablished processes, for scaling-up business to new highs based on the synergies that transpire. As we embark on an exciting journey to be amongst the leading global EPC companies, we are very well positioned to create enormous value for all the stakeholders."

Mr. Manish Mohnot, the MD and CEO, KPTL further added, "I am pleased to note the coming together of KPTL and JMC. The timing of the merger is apt as we are witnessing a strong capex cycle in India and the ongoing global energy transition. The merger will strengthen the combined entity's presence across all growth sectors with size, scale and productivity benefits. The combined entity's stronger balance sheet will be an enabler for the future growth of the core EPC business locally and globally. We look forward to an exciting phase of sustained growth."

Mr. Shailendra Kumar Tripathi, the MD and CEO, JMC further added, "We are excited about the opportunities this merger will create for all of our stakeholders. With a stronger balance sheet, we are better placed to take advantage of the growing civil infrastructure spending in India. With KPTL's expertise and global reach, we are well-placed to participate in overseas EPC opportunities, thereby improving our business mix and global presence. All of our businesses are poised for strong growth as we move towards our vision of being a USD 3 billion revenue organisation by 2025."

Shares of JMC Projects (India) Limited was last trading in BSE at Rs. 132.90 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 133.65. The total number of shares traded during the day was 44225 in over 2293 trades.

The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 138.75 and intraday low of 126.95. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 5943110.00.

Shares of Kalpataru Power Transmission Limited was last trading in BSE at Rs. 528.55 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 550.00. The total number of shares traded during the day was 14596 in over 1360 trades.

The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 557.30 and intraday low of 523.45. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 7893653.00.