Hercules Investments Ltd Reports Sustainability Status as Core Investment Company for FY 2025-26
Hercules Investments Limited, formerly known as Hercules Hoists Limited, has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) covering the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The report outlines the company’s operational structure, governance practices, and commitment to responsible business conduct, contextualized by its primary function as a Core Investment Company.The entity, incorporated on June 15, 1962, operates from a single corporate office in Mumbai and holds a paid-up capital of Rs. 3,20,00,000. As a specialized investment holding company, nearly 100% (99.64%) of the entity's turnover is derived from various investment activities, including dividend income, rental income from its premises, and fair value gains on investments. For the reported financial year, the total turnover was Rs. 890.80 Lakhs, and the net worth stood at Rs. 13,081 Lakhs.
Operational Structure and Human Capital Management
The company’s operations are exclusively based in its corporate office, which is accessible to differently abled employees as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. As of the end of the financial year, HIL employed a total of three permanent employees.Details regarding the workforce and governance inclusion are presented below:
| Category | Total (A) | Male No. (B) | Female No. (C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employees | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Key Management Personnel | 3 | 2 | 0 |
The company emphasizes robust governance, noting that all policies concerning the Business Responsibility standards are approved by the Board. The Board of Directors includes two female members, representing 33.33% inclusion in the board structure. Furthermore, HIL has implemented an Equal Opportunity Policy aligned with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act and maintains a grievance mechanism for employees overseen by the Chief Financial Officer.
ESG and Sustainability Focus Areas
Given its nature as a Core Investment Company without manufacturing or direct service delivery operations, the company’s material risks are primarily focused on corporate governance and regulatory compliance rather than operational or environmental impacts.Environmental and Operational Compliance:
The report confirms that HIL is 100% compliant with all applicable laws regarding safety and environment. The company maintains a basic Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Plan, which includes off-site data backup procedures and defined recovery roles for its leadership. Regarding resource management, the office energy consumption was not measured as it operates from a shared building.
Social and Human Rights:
HIL practices continuous training and awareness programs across all levels of personnel. For the financial year 2025-26, 100% of employees received training on the company’s Code of Conduct, compliance, and governance requirements. The company confirmed that zero instances of corruption or conflict of interest had been recorded.
The company also adheres to stringent internal mechanisms concerning human rights, maintaining policies that protect complainants from discrimination or victimization. All three permanent employees are paid above the minimum wage requirement.
Stakeholder Engagement:
While formal stakeholder engagement programmes were not constituted due to the nature of the investment business, engagement occurs through statutory filings and continuous management interactions with employees. The company is affiliated with two trade associations: the Confederation of Indian Industry (National) and the Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (State / Regional).
The BRSR concluded that no material environmental or social impacts have been identified for the reporting period, reinforcing that the company’s ESG focus lies heavily on maintaining sound governance and responsible investment stewardship.
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