Apollo Micro Systems Acquires Stake in Premier Explosives Limited, Initiates Open Offer
Apollo Micro Systems Limited has entered into a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) for the acquisition of a significant stake in Premier Explosives Limited, simultaneously launching a mandatory open offer. The transaction is part of a strategic move to build an integrated defense ecosystem under India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives.Under the terms of the SPA, Apollo Micro Systems Limited (the Acquirer) has agreed to purchase 2,22,21,735 equity shares from Mrs. Shonika Prasad and Mrs. Kailash Gupta, acting as authorized trustees of the AKS Family Trust (the Promoter). These shares represent 41.33% of the issued, subscribed, and paid-up equity voting share capital of Premier Explosives Limited.
The transaction is conditional upon the receipt of mandatory regulatory and statutory clearances, including approvals from the Competition Commission of India, where applicable.
Open Offer Details
Following the execution of the SPA, a mandatory open offer has been initiated by the Acquirer to purchase up to 1,39,77,911 equity shares from public shareholders. The entire acquisition process is being conducted at a fixed consideration of INR 698/- per equity share.The details of the acquisition and the open offer highlight that the transaction aligns with the Acquirer's long-term objective to contribute to indigenous defense platform development.
Company Profile
Premier Explosives Limited, which has been operating since February 14, 1980, is engaged in the crucial business of manufacturing solid propellants for missile programs and supplying countermeasure systems to the Indian defense, aerospace, and mining sectors. The company maintains operations exclusively within India.The following table provides a brief overview of the company's financials and market position:
| Metric | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Premier Explosives Limited |
| Industry | Manufacturing solid propellants and countermeasure systems for defense, aerospace, and mining sectors. |
| Turnover (March 31, 2026) | INR 38,834.14 Lakhs |
| Turnover (March 31, 2025) | INR 41,745.23 Lakhs |
| Turnover (March 31, 2024) | INR 27,171.67 Lakhs |
The acquisition is subject to the completion of all conditions precedent stipulated in the SPA and compliance with relevant regulations governing substantial acquisitions of shares and takeovers.
PREMEXPLN Stock Price Movement
Today, Premier Explosives Limited shares gained 4.17% to settle at ₹714 after trading in the post-market session. The stock saw significant movement throughout the day, trading within a range between ₹681.5 and ₹739 on a volume of nearly 1.48 million shares.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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