Ambuja Cement Merges With Sanghi And Penna Cement, Solidifying Industry Leadership

This acquisition is expected to significantly enhance Ambuja's presence in coastal markets and increase its production capacity, further solidifying its leadership in the industry

Ambuja Cements has announced a significant move to merge Sanghi Industries Limited (SIL) and Penna Cement Industries into its operations. This strategic consolidation is designed to streamline governance, improve operational efficiency, strengthen competitive advantage, and enhance compliance processes.

Through this merger, Ambuja aims to solidify its leadership in the market and lay the foundation for continued growth in the cement industry.

For shareholders of Sanghi Industries, the merger offers a transformative opportunity. They will shift from holding shares in a smaller, less liquid company to owning shares in Ambuja Cements, a large-cap industry leader.

As per Investec Bank plc (UK), under the merger terms, shareholders of Sanghi Industries will receive 12 shares of Ambuja Cements (with a face value of Rs 2 each) for every 100 shares of Sanghi Industries (with a face value of Rs 10 each).

This transaction will result in Ambuja Cements issuing 13 million new shares, slightly diluting the promoter's stake by 0.35 per cent.

Additionally, Ambuja Cements has acquired a 100 per cent stake in Penna Cement for an enterprise value of Rs 104.2 billion, which will be paid in cash. This acquisition is expected to significantly enhance Ambuja's presence in coastal markets and increase its production capacity, further solidifying its leadership in the industry.

The restructuring also involves consolidating AdCementation. Ambuja Cements will issue 174 shares for every 1 share of Adani Cementation, streamlining its organisational structure. This move will result in the issuing of 8.7 million shares, diluting the promoter's stake by 0.24 per cent.

These strategic initiatives are designed to simplify operations, improve compliance, and resolve complexities associated with related party transactions (RPTs). The management has reiterated its commitment to growth, cost efficiency, and synergy targets while continuing to focus on sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.

The mergers are contingent on regulatory approvals, including clearances from stakeholders and statutory authorities, and are expected to be completed within 9 to 12 months. Once finalised, the total equity dilution for Ambuja Cement shareholders is estimated at 0.88 per cent, ensuring minimal impact while unlocking substantial value.