Mahindra & Mahindra Completes Acquisition of Additional Stake in Carnot Technologies
Mahindra & Mahindra Limited announced the completion of an acquisition of an additional stake in Carnot Technologies Private Limited, a subsidiary of the company. The transaction significantly increases Mahindra & Mahindra's controlling interest in the technology firm.Carnot Technologies Private Limited, which specializes in developing, manufacturing, and deploying internet-connected devices and associated platforms for monitoring vehicle and equipment performance, is a subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra Limited. Previously, Mahindra & Mahindra Limited held a 52.69% stake in the paid-up equity share capital and 100% of the paid-up preference share capital (CCPS), collectively conferring 73% voting rights.
The company announced that it completed the execution of a Share Purchase Agreement with certain promoters of Carnot Technologies Private Limited on April 27, 2026. Through this acquisition, Mahindra & Mahindra Limited acquired an additional 28.03% of the paid-up equity share capital.
Upon the completion of the transaction, the company's holding in Carnot Technologies Private Limited increased to 80.72% of the paid-up equity share capital, bringing its collective voting rights to 89%. Mahindra & Mahindra Limited stated that this increase in stake aligns with the company's belief in the long-term potential of precision farming and telematics technology. Carnot Technologies Private Limited will continue to operate as a subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra Limited.
Financial and Operational Details
The transaction involved the acquisition of additional 5,608 equity shares, each having a face value of Rs. 10, constituting 28.03% of Carnot's total paid up equity capital. The cost of acquisition was Rs.11,978 per share, aggregating to approximately Rs. 6.72 crore.Carnot Technologies Private Limited is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and deployment of technology solutions, focusing on performance monitoring, operational insights, and digital services across vehicles and equipment in agriculture, mobility, and related sectors.
The financial performance of Carnot Technologies Private Limited, for the year ended March 31, 2026, is detailed below:
| Particulars (Rs. crore) | For the year ended 31 March 2026 | For the year ended 31 March 2025 | For the year ended 31 March 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations* | 19.80 | ||
| Profit After Tax (PAT)* | 1.17 | ||
| Net Worth* | 6.00 |
*Note: The revenue, profit after tax, and net worth figures are for the year ended 31 March 2026, 31 March 2025, and 31 March 2024, respectively.
The company further noted that the transaction is deemed to fall within the ambit of a Related Party Transaction and will be executed on an arm's length basis. The target entity belongs to the Precision Farming industry, and the acquisition aims to consolidate Mahindra & Mahindra Limited's stake in precision farming and telematics technology.
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