MAHSEAMLES - Mah. Seamless
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Maharashtra Seamless Limited has successfully passed a special resolution via postal ballot for the reappointment and remuneration of Mr. Pithelis Raj Santhana Marian as Whole-time Director. The resolution received overwhelming support, with 99.81% of the 104.4 million votes cast in favor. Promoter groups showed 100% support, while public institutions and non-institutions also voted strongly in favor at 98.75% and 99.08% respectively. This result ensures leadership continuity for the company's management team.
- Special resolution passed for the reappointment and remuneration of Mr. Pithelis Raj Santhana Marian as Whole-time Director.
- A total of 104,437,866 votes were polled, representing 77.94% of the total outstanding shares.
- The resolution received 99.81% approval (104,234,817 votes) from participating shareholders.
- Promoter and Promoter Group cast 87,429,138 votes, all of which were 100% in favor of the resolution.
- Only 0.19% of the votes (203,049) were cast against the proposal, indicating minimal shareholder dissent.
ICRA has reaffirmed Maharashtra Seamless Limited's long-term credit rating at [ICRA] AA+ with a stable outlook. The short-term rating has also been maintained at [ICRA] A1+, which is the highest possible rating for short-term instruments. These ratings signify a high degree of safety regarding the timely servicing of financial obligations and very low credit risk. The reaffirmation reflects the company's strong financial profile and stable operational performance in the seamless pipe industry.
- ICRA reaffirmed the long-term credit rating at [ICRA] AA+ with a stable outlook.
- The short-term credit rating was reaffirmed at [ICRA] A1+, the highest rating in its category.
- The [ICRA] AA+ rating is the second-highest long-term rating, indicating very low credit risk.
- Ratings confirm the company's high degree of safety regarding timely servicing of financial obligations.
Maharashtra Seamless Limited has issued a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for the re-appointment of Mr. Pithelis Raj Santhana Marian as a Whole-time Director. The proposed term is for one year starting March 31, 2026. The remuneration package includes a monthly salary starting at ₹2.50 lakh, with a potential increase up to ₹4.00 lakh, plus various perquisites. Shareholders can cast their votes electronically between February 11 and March 12, 2026.
- Proposed re-appointment of Mr. Pithelis Raj Santhana Marian as Whole-time Director for a 1-year term effective March 31, 2026.
- Proposed monthly salary in the grade of ₹2,50,000 to ₹4,00,000 plus standard perquisites.
- Remote e-voting period scheduled from February 11, 2026, to March 12, 2026.
- Cut-off date for determining voting eligibility set as January 30, 2026.
- Results of the postal ballot to be announced on or before March 16, 2026.
Maharashtra Seamless Limited has announced its participation in the 'Manthan - Systematix India Annual Conference' scheduled for February 10, 2026. The company will engage with various institutional investors in Mumbai through one-on-one and group meeting formats starting from 10:00 am. This interaction is part of the company's regular investor relations outreach to discuss business outlook. The management has explicitly stated that no unpublished price sensitive information will be shared during these sessions.
- Investor meeting scheduled for February 10, 2026, in Mumbai.
- Participation in the Manthan - Systematix India Annual Conference organized by Systematix Group.
- Interaction format includes both one-on-one and group meetings with institutional investors.
- Company confirms that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be disclosed.
- The schedule is subject to change based on exigencies from either the company or investors.
Maharashtra Seamless reported a recovery in margins for Q3 FY26, attributed to a reversal of inventory markdowns and an improved product mix in the ERW segment. The company's order book remains stable at INR 1,302 crores, with 33% of orders coming from the high-margin oil and gas sector (ONGC and Oil India). Management is focusing on unlocking 1 lakh tons of idle capacity through a new finishing line at Telangana, with INR 90 crores in purchase orders already issued. Furthermore, the company's massive INR 3,500 crore treasury portfolio delivered a strong return of over 24% for the nine-month period ending December 2025.
- Order book stands at INR 1,302 crores as of January 20, 2026, with 33% from the oil sector.
- Liquid investments reached INR 3,500 crores, yielding a 9-month portfolio return of over 24%.
- Allocated INR 90 crores for the Telangana finishing line to operationalize 1 lakh tons of additional capacity.
- Production of high-margin premium connections is expected to commence in approximately six months.
- Maintained dispatch volumes and improved margins despite continued dumping from China.
Maharashtra Seamless Limited has officially released the audio recording of its Q3 FY26 earnings conference call held on January 29, 2026. This disclosure is a routine regulatory requirement under SEBI (LODR) Regulations to ensure transparency for all shareholders. The recording provides direct access to management's discussion on the company's quarterly financial performance and future growth strategies. Investors can use this resource to better understand the operational nuances and sector-specific outlook provided by the leadership team.
- Audio recording of the Q3 FY26 earnings conference call is now available for public access.
- The conference call was conducted on January 29, 2026, following the quarterly results.
- Compliance maintained under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
- Recording link is hosted on the official company website under the Jindal group portal.
Maharashtra Seamless reported a sequential recovery in Q3 FY26 with revenue growing 4.5% QoQ to ₹1,290 crore and PAT rising 90% QoQ to ₹247 crore, significantly aided by higher other income. While EBITDA margins improved to 14% from 11% in the previous quarter, they remain lower than the 20% seen a year ago due to compressed EBITDA per tonne in the seamless segment. The company maintains a robust net cash position of ₹3,404 crore and an order book of ₹1,302 crore. A significant ₹852 crore capex plan is underway to upgrade facilities and enhance capacity, funded entirely through internal accruals.
- PAT increased 90% QoQ to ₹247 crore, though supported by ₹200 crore in other income.
- Net cash position strengthened to ₹3,404 crore as of December 31, 2025, providing high liquidity.
- Order book stands at ₹1,302 crore as of January 20, 2026, with 33% from ONGC and Oil India.
- Announced ₹852 crore capex for mill upgrades and solar plants to be funded via internal accruals.
- Promoter holding increased for the sixth consecutive quarter to 69.81%.
Maharashtra Seamless reported a mixed set of results for Q3 FY26, where Net Profit grew 30% YoY to ₹247.16 crore. This profit growth was significantly aided by a massive spike in 'Other Income' which reached ₹199.92 crore, compared to just ₹1.57 crore in the year-ago period. However, core operational performance was weak, with Revenue from Operations falling 22.5% YoY to ₹1,090.14 crore. The company also confirmed the reappointment of Mr. S. P. Raj as Whole-time Director for a one-year term starting March 2026.
- Net Profit for Q3 FY26 stood at ₹247.16 crore, up from ₹190.17 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Revenue from operations declined significantly to ₹1,090.14 crore from ₹1,407.97 crore YoY.
- Other Income surged to ₹199.92 crore, providing a substantial cushion to the bottom line.
- Steel Pipes & Tubes segment EBIT dropped sharply to ₹113.92 crore from ₹236.25 crore YoY.
- Mr. S. P. Raj reappointed as Whole-time Director effective March 31, 2026, for one year.
Maharashtra Seamless reported a standalone Net Profit of ₹247.16 crore for Q3 FY26, marking a 30% YoY increase from ₹190.17 crore. However, this growth was primarily driven by a massive spike in 'Other Income' (₹199.92 crore vs ₹1.57 crore YoY), as core revenue from operations fell 22.5% YoY to ₹1,090.14 crore. The core Steel Pipes & Tubes segment saw a significant drop in EBIT to ₹113.92 crore compared to ₹236.25 crore in the previous year. The board also approved the reappointment of Mr. S. P. Raj as Whole-time Director for a one-year term.
- Standalone Net Profit increased 30% YoY to ₹247.16 crore in Q3 FY26.
- Revenue from operations declined 22.5% YoY to ₹1,090.14 crore from ₹1,407.97 crore.
- Other Income surged to ₹199.92 crore, providing a significant boost to the bottom line.
- Steel Pipes & Tubes segment EBIT fell sharply to ₹113.92 crore from ₹236.25 crore YoY.
- Basic EPS for the quarter improved to ₹18.44 compared to ₹14.19 in Q3 FY25.
Maharashtra Seamless Limited has scheduled its Q3 FY26 earnings conference call for January 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM IST. The call, organized by ICICI Securities, will allow the management team to discuss the company's financial performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. This is a routine regulatory filing under SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, providing a platform for institutional investors and analysts to interact with the company. Investors can access the call through a pre-registration link or via universal dial-in numbers.
- Earnings call scheduled for January 29, 2026, at 16:00 hrs IST.
- Organized by ICICI Securities Limited with participation from the management team.
- Universal access numbers provided are +91 22 6280 1144 and +91 22 7115 8045.
- International toll-free numbers available for USA (1 866 746 2133) and UK (0 808 101 1573).
- Diamond Pass registration link provided for seamless entry into the conference call.
Maharashtra Seamless has voluntarily struck off four international entities, including two subsidiaries and two associates based in Singapore and the UAE. These entities contributed negligibly to the company's financials, with the largest contributor, Zircon Drilling, accounting for only 0.042% of consolidated income. The total combined income from these units was approximately INR 3.8 crore in FY25, and the management has confirmed no impact on overall operations. This move appears to be a corporate housekeeping exercise to eliminate dormant or non-performing units.
- Voluntary closure of 2 subsidiaries (DOMPL, Zircon) and 2 associates (Star Drilling, Dev Drilling) across Singapore and UAE.
- Zircon Drilling Supplies and Trading FZE had the highest net worth among the four at INR 8.86 crore (0.15% of consolidated net worth).
- Combined revenue contribution from all four entities is less than 0.1% of the total consolidated income for FY25.
- Management confirms the strike-off will have no impact on the company's core operations or financial position.
Maharashtra Seamless Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the period ending December 31, 2025. The certificate, provided by Alankit Assignments Limited, confirms that physical share certificates submitted for dematerialization have been processed and cancelled. This filing ensures that the company's shareholding records are accurately maintained in electronic form with the depositories. Such filings are mandatory and indicate the company's adherence to standard regulatory procedures.
- Quarterly compliance certificate submitted for the period ending December 31, 2025.
- Issued by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA) Alankit Assignments Limited.
- Confirms verification and mutilation of physical share certificates received for dematerialization.
- Ensures depository records are updated with the name of the registered owner.
Maharashtra Seamless Limited has announced the closure of its trading window starting January 1, 2026, in compliance with SEBI insider trading regulations. This closure is ahead of the board's consideration of financial results for the quarter and nine-month period ending December 31, 2025. The window will remain closed for all designated persons and their immediate relatives until 48 hours after the results are declared. The specific date for the board meeting to approve these results will be announced at a later time.
- Trading window closure takes effect from Thursday, January 1, 2026.
- Closure is related to the financial results for the quarter and nine months ending December 31, 2025.
- Window will reopen 48 hours after the official declaration of financial results.
- The announcement follows SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
FY2023 revenue grew 36% YoY, reaching ~INR 5,900 Cr in FY2024. Core seamless pipes segment drove growth, while non-core investments like the INR 730 Cr oil rig generated lower returns.
Geographic Revenue Split
Revenue is split between domestic and export markets, with FY2023 growth supported by healthy demand from both upstream oil companies and international markets.
Profitability Margins
Operating margins (OPM) moderated in H1 FY2025 but are expected to improve to 16-17% for the full fiscal year. FY2023 OPM was stronger at over 19%.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margins are projected at 16-17% for FY2025, down from FY2023 levels of >19% due to inventory markdowns and sector slowdowns.
Capital Expenditure
Planned capital expenditure of ~INR 150 Cr was scheduled for FY2023. Future capex is expected to be funded entirely through internal accruals and free cash flows.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Credit rating upgraded to [ICRA]AA+ (Stable) in October 2024 from [ICRA]AA (Positive). The company has nil long-term debt as of June 2023, significantly reducing borrowing costs.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Steel and raw material inputs represent the primary cost; specific examples include inventory valued at INR 300 marked down to INR 250 (a 16.6% drop) due to price fluctuations.
Import Sources
Not explicitly disclosed, but 'Chinese dumping' indicates China is a major source of competitive market pressure and potential raw material influence.
Capacity Expansion
Current workforce stands at 1,829 employees as of March 31, 2025. Expansion focus is on optimum utilization of available capacities to achieve ROCE >22%.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are sensitive to global steel prices; a notional markdown of INR 50 on a base of INR 300 (16.6%) was cited as a margin impact factor.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Manufacturing efficiency is tied to capacity utilization; ICRA notes that ensuring optimum utilization is a key factor for future rating upgrades.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
36%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through a focus on the premium threading business, acquisitions supported by a ~INR 3,000 Cr cash reserve, and expanding presence in the oil and gas sector.
Products & Services
Seamless steel pipes, premium threading services, and oil rig operations.
Brand Portfolio
Maharashtra Seamless Limited (MSL), DP Jindal Group.
New Products/Services
Development of the premium threading business is underway to enhance product value and margins.
Market Expansion
Targeting domestic and export demand from upstream oil companies with a healthy order book of ~INR 1,700 Cr as of October 2024.
Strategic Alliances
Flagship company of the DP Jindal Group, which includes Jindal Pipes Limited and Jindal Drilling Industries Limited.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is evolving with shifts in crude oil demand; MSL is positioning itself by diversifying into premium threading and maintaining a debt-free balance sheet.
Competitive Landscape
Key competition includes Chinese manufacturers and other domestic steel pipe producers.
Competitive Moat
Moat is derived from cost leadership in seamless pipes and strong parentage under the DP Jindal Group, providing financial flexibility and industry expertise.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to crude oil industry cycles; sustainable margins fluctuate in a band of INR 8,000 to INR 15,000 per ton based on sector health.
Consumer Behavior
Demand is driven by the CAPEX cycles of major oil and gas upstream companies.
Geopolitical Risks
Chinese dumping of steel products poses a significant threat to domestic pricing and market share.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliance with Section 177 and 188 of the Companies Act 2013 regarding related party transactions and SEBI (LODR) 2015 regulations.
Environmental Compliance
MSL has relatively low exposure to environmental risk as seamless pipe manufacturing has a lower impact than primary steelmaking.
Legal Contingencies
Pending legal and tax-related claims are identified as Key Audit Matters; specific case values are detailed in Note 2.28 (c), (d), and (e) of the financial statements.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Key risks include crude oil price volatility affecting margins by up to 50% and the impact of Chinese dumping on domestic realizations.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Revenue is diversified across domestic and export markets, though specific regional percentages are not disclosed.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on upstream oil sector CAPEX cycles for the majority of order book fulfillment.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by ongoing development in premium threading and world-class manufacturing protocols.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Strong liquidity position with ~INR 2,387 Cr in liquid investments as of Sept 2024 ensures low counterparty risk.