SKFINDIA - SKF India
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
SKF India Limited has announced that Mr. Alagesan Thasari, Head of the Automotive Business and Senior Management Personnel, has resigned to pursue external career opportunities. His resignation became effective at the close of business hours on April 21, 2026, following a three-month notice period initiated in January 2026. The company has confirmed there are no other material reasons for his departure and has already started the process to identify a successor. This transition is significant as the automotive segment is a key vertical for SKF's operations in India.
- Mr. Alagesan Thasari resigned as Head of Automotive Business effective April 21, 2026.
- The resignation was originally tendered on January 22, 2026, allowing for a 3-month notice period.
- The company has officially initiated the process to appoint a successor for the senior role.
- Management stated there are no material reasons for the resignation other than career progression.
SKF India Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA) MUFG Intime India Private Limited, confirms that all securities dematerialized or rematerialized during the quarter ended March 31, 2026, have been reported to the stock exchanges. This is a standard procedural filing required for all listed entities in India to ensure the integrity of electronic shareholding records.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended March 31, 2026
- Issued by RTA MUFG Intime India Private Limited (formerly Link Intime India)
- Confirms reporting of dematerialization and rematerialization details to NSE and BSE
- Adherence to SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018
SKF India Limited has announced the resignation of Mr. Alagesan Thasari, who served as the Head of the Automotive Business and was a member of the Senior Management Personnel. His resignation is effective from the close of business hours on April 21, 2026, as he moves to pursue opportunities outside the company. The company has confirmed that there are no other material reasons for his departure and has already initiated the process to identify a successor. Given the importance of the automotive segment to SKF's revenue, the transition will be a point of observation for the market.
- Mr. Alagesan Thasari resigned as Head of Automotive Business to pursue external career opportunities.
- The resignation becomes effective on April 21, 2026, following a three-month notice period.
- SKF India has officially initiated the search and appointment process for a new successor.
- The company explicitly stated there are no other material reasons for the resignation.
SKF India Limited has informed the exchanges that its promoter entity has changed its name from 'SKF Interim AB' to 'SKF Vertevo AB'. This change is part of a global rebranding initiative following the demerger of the group's Automotive and Industrial businesses. The company has explicitly stated that this is a name change only and does not involve any change in the promoter's shareholding or status. The disclosure was made voluntarily as a matter of good corporate governance.
- Promoter entity name changed from 'SKF Interim AB' to 'SKF Vertevo AB' effective March 25, 2026
- Change is part of a global restructuring and demerger of Automotive and Industrial business segments
- No change in the shareholding pattern or the status of the promoter entity in SKF India
- Voluntary disclosure made by the company despite the information not being strictly material under SEBI regulations
SKF India Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for all designated persons and their relatives starting April 1, 2026. This action is a standard regulatory requirement under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations ahead of the financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the official declaration of the financial results. The company also confirmed that PANs of designated persons will be frozen at the security level during this period to ensure compliance.
- Trading window closure effective from Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
- Closure applies to Directors, Promoters, Key Managerial Personnel, and Designated Persons.
- Pertains to the financial results for the Fourth Quarter and Year ending March 31, 2026.
- Window to reopen 48 hours after the declaration of financial results.
- PAN of all Designated Persons will be frozen during the closure period as per SEBI framework.
SKF India Limited has announced the results of its postal ballot, where shareholders overwhelmingly approved the appointment of three Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors. Mr. Antonio Molle, Mr. Bastian Thomas, and Mr. Magnus Lennart Prick were all appointed with favorability ratings exceeding 99.8%. The voting process saw significant participation, with approximately 82.72% of the total share capital represented in the poll. These appointments are effective as of March 17, 2026, ensuring board continuity for the company.
- Appointment of Mr. Antonio Molle approved with 99.82% of votes in favor.
- Appointment of Mr. Bastian Thomas approved with 99.83% of votes in favor.
- Appointment of Mr. Magnus Lennart Prick approved with 99.81% of votes in favor.
- Total voter turnout was high at 82.72%, representing 40,893,292 shares.
- Promoter group participation was 100%, while public institutional participation was approximately 88.53%.
SKF India Limited has issued a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of three Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors: Mr. Antonio Molle, Mr. Bastian Thomas, and Mr. Magnus Lennart Prick. These individuals were previously appointed as Additional Directors by the Board and now require formal member approval via ordinary resolutions. The remote e-voting period is set to run from February 16, 2026, to March 17, 2026. This is a routine regulatory procedure to formalize board compositions in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI LODR regulations.
- Proposed appointment of 3 Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors: Antonio Molle, Bastian Thomas, and Magnus Lennart Prick
- Remote e-voting period commences on February 16, 2026, and concludes on March 17, 2026
- The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility for voting was February 6, 2026
- All three appointments are proposed as Ordinary Resolutions through the postal ballot process
- Mr. Antonio Molle's appointment is effective from his initial board entry on January 13, 2026, subject to this approval
SKF India reported its first set of financial results following its corporate restructuring, showing a 16.3% sequential growth in standalone revenue to ₹5,766.4 million. Profit before exceptional items and tax nearly doubled quarter-on-quarter to ₹964.4 million, reflecting strong operational fundamentals. However, reported Profit Before Tax (PBT) declined to ₹863.4 million due to non-recurring expenses related to the demerger and new regulations. The company also announced a significant CAPEX plan of ₹4,100–5,100 million by 2030 to expand manufacturing for EVs and two-wheelers.
- Standalone revenue increased 16.3% QoQ to ₹5,766.4 million from ₹4,959.1 million.
- Profit before exceptional items and tax rose to ₹964.4 million compared to ₹491.3 million in the previous quarter.
- Announced a long-term investment plan of ₹4,100–5,100 million by 2030 for capacity expansion in Haridwar, Pune, and Bangalore.
- Reported PBT of ₹863.4 million was impacted by one-time demerger costs and regulatory expenses.
- Strategic focus remains on high-growth segments including Electric Vehicles (EV) and safety-critical automotive applications.
SKF India Limited has reported a violation of its Insider Trading Code by a Designated Person, Ms. Prajakta Kad. The individual executed a contra-trade by buying 1 share at Rs. 1,929.50 on December 5, 2025, and selling it at Rs. 1,779.10 on December 31, 2025. This transaction violated the mandatory six-month holding period required under SEBI regulations. The company's Audit Committee reviewed the incident on February 5, 2026, and subsequently issued a formal warning letter.
- Designated Person Ms. Prajakta Kad violated the Insider Trading Code via a contra-trade within a 6-month window.
- The transaction involved only 1 equity share purchased at Rs. 1,929.50 and sold at Rs. 1,779.10.
- The Audit Committee reviewed the matter on February 5, 2026, and recommended disciplinary action.
- The company issued a formal warning letter to the concerned individual on February 6, 2026.
SKF India Limited has announced the appointment of M/s Samdani & Co, Chartered Accountants, as the company's Tax and GST Auditors for the Financial Year 2025-26. The decision was finalized during the Board of Directors meeting held on February 5, 2026, following recommendations from the Audit Committee. This appointment is a mandatory compliance requirement under Section 44AB of the Income Tax Act, 1961. M/s Samdani & Co, established in 2016, will handle tax-related audit and litigation services for the firm.
- Appointment of M/s Samdani & Co (Firm Reg. no. 142734W) as Tax and GST Auditors.
- The appointment is specifically for the Financial Year 2025-26.
- Board approval was granted on February 5, 2026, based on Audit Committee recommendations.
- Compliance with Section 44AB of the Income Tax Act and SEBI LODR Regulation 30.
SKF India reported a significant decline in its financial performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Consolidated revenue from operations fell by 54.1% YoY to ₹5,766.4 million, while net profit decreased by 43.4% to ₹620 million. The sharp drop in revenue appears linked to the deconsolidation of its industrial subsidiary as of September 30, 2025. Exceptional items of ₹101 million further impacted the bottom line during the quarter.
- Consolidated Revenue from Operations fell 54.1% YoY to ₹5,766.4 million in Q3 FY26.
- Net Profit for the quarter declined 43.4% YoY to ₹620.0 million from ₹1,095.0 million.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS) dropped significantly to ₹12.5 from ₹22.1 in the previous year's quarter.
- Reported an exceptional item of ₹101.0 million during the quarter, impacting pre-tax profits.
- 9-month revenue stands at ₹31,688.5 million, down 14.5% compared to the previous year's ₹37,065.5 million.
SKF India Limited has reported a violation of SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations by a designated person, Ms. Prajakta Kad. The individual executed a contra-trade by selling one share within six months of its purchase in December 2025. Specifically, one share was bought at Rs. 1,929.50 and sold at Rs. 1,779.10. The company has issued a show-cause notice and will present the matter to the Audit Committee for further action.
- Violation of Regulation 9 of SEBI Insider Trading Regulations involving a prohibited contra-trade.
- The transaction involved only 1 equity share bought at Rs. 1,929.50 and sold at Rs. 1,779.10.
- Company issued a show-cause notice on January 8, 2026, and received a reply on January 12, 2026.
- The matter is slated for review by the Audit Committee for necessary further steps.
- This is the first identified instance of such a violation for the company in the current period.
Ms. Kerstin Enochsson has resigned from her position as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director of SKF India Limited, effective from the close of business on January 12, 2026. The resignation is attributed to her other professional commitments and pre-occupancies, with no other material reasons cited. She also steps down from her membership in various Board Committees. This follows a prior management change notification issued by the company on January 10, 2026.
- Resignation of Ms. Kerstin Enochsson (DIN: 10774889) as Non-Executive Director.
- Effective date of cessation is January 12, 2026.
- Resignation includes withdrawal from all Board Committees.
- Reason for departure cited as other professional occupancies and commitments.
- Follows a related management change announcement dated January 10, 2026.
Ms. Kerstin Enochsson has resigned from her position as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director of SKF India Limited. The resignation is effective from the close of business hours on January 12, 2026. She cited other professional commitments and preoccupations as the primary reason for her departure from the board and its committees. The company has confirmed that there are no other material reasons for this change in management.
- Resignation of Ms. Kerstin Enochsson (DIN: 10774889) as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director.
- The resignation is effective from the closure of business hours on January 12, 2026.
- The director cited other occupancies and commitments as the sole reason for stepping down.
- The resignation includes her withdrawal from all Board Committees of SKF India Limited.
Ms. Kerstin Enochsson has resigned from her position as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director of SKF India Limited. The resignation is effective from the close of business hours on January 12, 2026. She cited other professional commitments and preoccupancies as the primary reason for her departure. The company has confirmed that there are no other material reasons for her resignation beyond those stated.
- Ms. Kerstin Enochsson (DIN: 10774889) resigned as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director.
- The resignation is effective from the closure of business hours on January 12, 2026.
- Resignation includes cessation of membership in the Board and all associated Board Committees.
- The reason provided for the departure is other professional occupancies and commitments.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total revenue from operations reached INR 1,309.06 Cr in Q2 FY26, representing a 5.2% YoY growth and 2.0% QoQ growth. The Industrial segment was the primary driver with 13% YoY growth, while the Automotive segment remained flat or saw a slight decline during the same period.
Geographic Revenue Split
Exports account for approximately 8% of total revenue (INR 104.7 Cr). Within exports, the Industrial segment contributes 5%-5.5% (approx. INR 65-72 Cr) and the Automotive segment contributes 2.5%-3% (approx. INR 33-39 Cr). The remaining 92% of revenue is derived from the domestic Indian market.
Profitability Margins
Net Profit for Q2 FY26 stood at INR 105.49 Cr, down from INR 118.21 Cr in Q1 FY26. Net Profit Margin is approximately 8.06%. Profitability was impacted by exceptional demerger costs of INR 25.74 Cr.
EBITDA Margin
PBT (before exceptional items) was INR 166.36 Cr, a 31.1% increase YoY from INR 126.88 Cr, but a 12% decline QoQ. PBT margins dropped by 530 basis points (5.3%) YoY due to a combination of demerger-related restructuring costs, increased employee expenses, and foreign exchange fluctuations.
Capital Expenditure
The company incurred INR 25.74 Cr in non-recurring restructuring costs during Q2 FY26 specifically for the demerger process, covering IT infrastructure, professional services, and employee benefit transitions. Planned CAPEX for separate entities post-demerger is not explicitly quantified in INR Cr.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
The company primarily consumes components for manufacturing bearings and related parts. Specific raw material names like high-grade steel or specialized alloys and their individual percentage of total cost are not disclosed in the provided documents.
Capacity Expansion
The company is undergoing a structural expansion through the demerger of its Industrial Undertaking into a separate entity, SKF India (Industrial) Limited. Post-demerger, assets and liabilities are being split, with 53.12% of the cost of acquisition attributed to the new Industrial entity and 46.88% retained by SKF India Limited (Automotive focus).
Manufacturing Efficiency
Manpower is being reallocated to optimize efficiency: 55%-60% of the workforce will be assigned to the Automotive business, while 40%-45% will remain with the Industrial business.
Logistics & Distribution
The company utilizes a distribution-heavy model for its Industrial aftermarket business, which constitutes 50% of the Industrial segment's revenue.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
6%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through a 'One Legacy, Two Futures' demerger strategy, separating Industrial and Automotive units to improve agility. The Industrial segment is focusing on 'Fit-for-India' products and expanding its service business (plant maintenance), which has consistently grown at double-digit rates. The demerger is expected to be completed with listing in Q4 of the calendar year.
Products & Services
The company sells bearings, related components, and plant maintenance services. The Industrial business is split 50% between direct sales to OEMs and 50% to the aftermarket via distributors.
Brand Portfolio
SKF
New Products/Services
The company is launching 'Fit-for-India' products specifically for the Industrial segment to capture local market share. The service/maintenance business is also being scaled as a high-growth vertical.
Market Expansion
The company is targeting growth in the Industrial OEM and aftermarket sectors. Post-demerger, SKF India (Industrial) Limited will focus exclusively on industrial growth drivers over a 3-4 year perspective.
Strategic Alliances
The company operates as a subsidiary of Aktiebolaget SKF (AB SKF), which provides global technical and brand support.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting toward specialized service-based models (maintenance and plant reliability) and localized product development ('Fit-for-India'). The company is positioning itself by splitting into two pure-play entities to better track these distinct sectoral trends.
Competitive Landscape
The company competes in the precision bearings market. Key competitors are not named, but the company focuses on 'authorized distributors' to combat counterfeit competition.
Competitive Moat
SKF maintains a moat through its century-long brand legacy, specialized precision engineering in bearings, and a robust distribution network (50% of industrial revenue). The service business creates high switching costs for industrial clients.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
The company is highly sensitive to the Indian Industrial production index and Automotive sales cycles. Industrial growth of 13% YoY suggests strong sensitivity to domestic manufacturing activity.
Consumer Behavior
Industrial customers are increasingly moving toward outsourced maintenance services, which SKF is capturing through its double-digit growing service division.
Geopolitical Risks
Export revenue (8% of total) is subject to international trade dynamics and geopolitical stability in regions served by the parent SKF group.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 (Ind AS 108 for segments and Ind AS 105 for assets held for sale). The demerger is regulated under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Taxation Policy Impact
The effective tax rate for Q2 FY26 is approximately 25%, with a tax expense of INR 35.13 Cr on a PBT (after exceptional items) of INR 140.62 Cr.
Legal Contingencies
The company successfully navigated the NCLT Mumbai Bench process for its Scheme of Arrangement, receiving the certified order on September 24, 2025. No other major pending court cases or values are disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
The primary uncertainty is the successful operational separation and independent listing of the Industrial entity in Q4. FX volatility and the stagnation of the Automotive segment (0% growth) are key business risks.
Geographic Concentration Risk
High geographic concentration in India, which accounts for 92% of revenue (INR 1,204.36 Cr).
Third Party Dependencies
The company depends on its promoter, AB SKF, for 45.85% shareholding and global brand/technology alignment.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company is addressing digital transformation through its demerger, incurring INR 25.74 Cr in costs partly for IT infrastructure separation.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
The company reported excellent cash flow generation with a 13% YoY increase, suggesting high-quality receivables and strong counterparty credit management.