PREMIER - Premier
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Premier Limited remains under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) with its manufacturing operations at the Chakan plant suspended since March 2020 due to a lack of working capital. For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, the company reported a net loss of ₹411 Lakhs, and its net worth has been completely eroded. While a resolution plan by Fab Metals Pvt. Ltd. was approved by the Committee of Creditors with a 92.47% majority in early 2022, final approval from the NCLT is still pending. Auditors have issued a qualified opinion, citing material uncertainty over the company's ability to continue as a going concern.
- Net loss of ₹411 Lakhs reported for the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025.
- Manufacturing operations have remained suspended since March 3, 2020, due to financial constraints.
- Resolution plan by Fab Metals Pvt. Ltd. approved by CoC with 92.47% votes, currently pending NCLT Mumbai Bench approval.
- Auditors highlighted complete erosion of net worth and lack of impairment testing for property, plant, and equipment.
- Non-compliance noted regarding the appointment of a Company Secretary and Internal Auditor, and a delay in transferring ₹46.55 lakhs to the IEPF.
Premier Limited continues to struggle under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), reporting a net loss of ₹1.75 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Manufacturing operations at the Chakan plant have been suspended since March 2020 due to a lack of working capital, resulting in zero revenue from operations. While a resolution plan by Fab Metals Pvt. Ltd. was approved by the Committee of Creditors with a 92.47% majority in 2022, it remains pending final approval from the NCLT. The company's net worth is completely eroded, and auditors have raised significant concerns regarding its status as a going concern.
- Reported zero revenue from operations for the quarter as manufacturing remains suspended since March 2020.
- Net loss for Q3 FY26 stood at ₹175 lakhs, slightly narrowing from a loss of ₹192 lakhs in the year-ago period.
- Total comprehensive loss for the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, reached ₹411 lakhs.
- Auditors issued a qualified opinion citing eroded net worth and lack of impairment testing on property, plant, and equipment.
- Resolution plan by Fab Metals Pvt. Ltd. is currently awaiting final approval from the Hon'ble NCLT, Mumbai Bench.
Premier Limited reported zero revenue from operations for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, as manufacturing activities have been suspended since March 2020. The company posted a net loss of ₹175 lakhs for the quarter, with its net worth remaining completely eroded. The company is currently under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), and while a resolution plan by Fab Metals Pvt. Ltd. was approved by creditors in early 2022, it still awaits final NCLT approval. Auditors have issued a qualified opinion due to material uncertainties regarding the company's status as a going concern.
- Revenue from operations remained at ₹0 for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Net loss for the quarter stood at ₹175 lakhs, while the nine-month loss reached ₹411 lakhs.
- Resolution plan by Fab Metals Pvt. Ltd. (approved by 92.47% of CoC in Jan 2022) is still pending NCLT approval.
- Auditors highlighted a delay in transferring ₹46.55 lakhs of unclaimed matured fixed deposits to the IEPF.
- The company has failed to appoint a whole-time Company Secretary and an Internal Auditor, violating Companies Act provisions.
Premier Limited, currently under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate regarding the dematerialization of shares. The certificate, issued by MUFG Intime India Private Limited for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, confirms that all demat requests were processed within prescribed timelines. The company noted that no rematerialization requests were received during this period. As the company is in CIRP, this filing represents a routine regulatory adherence by the Resolution Professional.
- Compliance certificate submitted under Regulation 74(5) for the quarter ended Dec 31, 2025.
- RTA MUFG Intime India confirmed all dematerialization requests were processed within timelines.
- The company reported zero rematerialization requests for the specified period.
- Premier Limited continues to operate under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) managed by RP Kanak Jani.
Premier Limited, which is currently undergoing the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), has announced the closure of its trading window effective January 1, 2026. This action is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. The window will remain closed for all designated persons and their relatives until 48 hours after the financial results are declared. Investors should note that the company is being managed by a Resolution Professional during this period.
- Trading window closure begins on January 1, 2026.
- Closure is related to the financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025.
- Window will reopen 48 hours after the official announcement of results.
- Company remains under Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) as per IBBI regulations.
Premier Limited, currently under Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) since January 2021, has responded to NSE queries regarding its December 2024 financial results. The company clarified that it operates in a single 'Engineering' segment, making segment-wise reporting unnecessary under current standards. It also addressed formatting concerns, noting that while it continues to file consolidated results including associate PAL Credit & Capital Ltd (PCCL), PCCL has discontinued operations due to a lack of funds. The Resolution Professional emphasized that the current filing structure maintains consistency with past disclosures despite the company's insolvency status.
- Company has been under Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) since January 29, 2021.
- Clarified that segment reporting is not required as the company operates solely in the Engineering segment.
- Associate company PAL Credit & Capital Ltd (PCCL) has discontinued all active operations due to lack of funds.
- Resolution Professional (RP) maintains both Standalone and Consolidated filings for historical consistency.
- The clarification follows an NSE query dated March 4, 2025, regarding Regulation 33 of SEBI LODR.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Revenue from operations for all segments is INR 0.00 (0% growth) for Q2 FY26 and H1 FY26, as manufacturing activities remain completely suspended.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not applicable (0% contribution) as the company reported zero revenue from operations across all regions due to suspended business activities.
Profitability Margins
Profitability margins are not calculable due to zero revenue. The company reported a Net Loss of INR 2.36 Cr for H1 FY26, compared to a loss of INR 8.14 Cr for the full year FY25.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin is negative; the company incurred a loss before tax of INR 2.36 Cr in H1 FY26 against total income (primarily other income) of INR 2.21 Cr.
Capital Expenditure
Historical and planned CAPEX is INR 0.00 Cr; the company has not assessed the impairment of its existing tangible assets or capital work-in-progress despite suspended operations.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
The company is in Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP). Total current borrowings stand at INR 167.11 Cr, with additional other financial liabilities of INR 278.48 Cr.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Not applicable (0% of total cost) as manufacturing operations for machine tools and automotive components are currently suspended.
Import Sources
Not disclosed in available documents due to the cessation of procurement activities during the CIRP.
Key Suppliers
Not disclosed; operations are suspended owing to a total lack of working capital to pay vendors.
Capacity Expansion
Current installed capacity is not utilized (0% utilization); there are no planned expansions as the company is managed by a Resolution Professional on a going concern basis during insolvency.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs were INR 0.00 (0% of revenue) for H1 FY26 due to the 100% suspension of production activities.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Manufacturing efficiency is 0% as all operations remain suspended during the half-year ended September 30, 2025.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution costs are 0% of revenue as there were no sales of final products during the period.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
0%
Growth Strategy
Growth is currently non-existent; any future recovery depends entirely on the successful approval of a resolution plan under the CIRP to infuse working capital and restart production of machine tools.
Products & Services
Historically manufactured CNC machine tools, heavy engineering equipment, and automotive components; currently zero output.
Brand Portfolio
PREMIER
New Products/Services
No new product launches; expected revenue contribution is 0% until the insolvency process is resolved.
Market Expansion
Market expansion plans are currently non-existent as the company focuses on legal resolution and insolvency proceedings.
Market Share & Ranking
Market share has effectively dropped to 0% in the machine tool and automotive segments due to suspended operations.
Strategic Alliances
None active; the company is under a moratorium as per Section 14 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The machine tool industry is moving toward Industry 4.0 and high-end CNC machines, but Premier is currently unable to participate, leading to a loss of competitive positioning.
Competitive Landscape
Competitors are gaining market share while Premier's operations remain suspended due to insolvency.
Competitive Moat
The company's moat has been completely eroded; net worth is negative INR 340.28 Cr, and operations are 100% suspended, removing any brand or cost leadership advantage.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to the legal and regulatory environment of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which dictates the company's survival.
Consumer Behavior
Demand for machine tools remains, but customers have shifted to reliable suppliers due to Premier's inability to fulfill orders.
Geopolitical Risks
Geopolitical risks are secondary to the internal financial crisis and insolvency proceedings currently halting all trade.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) and the orders of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).
Environmental Compliance
Not disclosed; compliance costs are likely minimal while the factory is inactive.
Taxation Policy Impact
Tax rate is 0% for the period as the company incurred significant losses; no provision for current tax was made.
Legal Contingencies
The company is in the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP). Net worth is completely eroded with a total equity of negative INR 340.28 Cr as of September 30, 2025.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Significant doubt exists regarding the entity's ability to continue as a going concern (100% risk factor) due to eroded net worth and suspended operations.
Geographic Concentration Risk
100% of assets and the registered office are concentrated in Pune, Maharashtra (Chakan Industrial Area).
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on the successful outcome of the CIRP and the selection of a resolution applicant to provide working capital.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
High risk of technology obsolescence as manufacturing equipment and product designs remain idle while the industry evolves.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables quality is a concern; trade receivables stood at INR 7.49 Lakhs, reflecting minimal active credit exposure.