BOARD'S REPORT
To,
The Member of Allcargo Terminals Limited
(Formerly known as Allcargo Terminals Private Limited)
The Directors present their Fourth Annual Report along with the Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended March 31, 2023
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Particulars
|
Consolidated
|
Standalone
|
|
2022-23
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2021-22
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2022-23
|
2021-22
|
Total Income
|
71,718.60
|
12,948.29
|
49,118.60
|
-
|
Total Expenses
|
64,517.78
|
12,345.49
|
41,526.56
|
142.49
|
Profit before share of profit from associates, joint ventures, exceptional items and tax
|
7,200.82
|
602.80
|
7,592.05
|
(142.49)
|
Share of profits from associates and joint ventures
|
360.41
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
Profit before exceptional items and tax
|
7,561.43
|
602.80
|
7,592.04
|
(142.49)
|
Exceptional items
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
Profit before tax after exceptional items
|
7,561.43
|
602.80
|
7,592.04
|
(142.49)
|
Tax expense
|
|
|
- Current tax
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2,760.49
|
333.32
|
2,182.13
|
-
|
- Deferred tax
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(1,056.98)
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(116.27)
|
(723.45)
|
-
|
- Adjustment of Taxes relating to earlier years
|
(21.63)
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
Profit for the Year
|
5,879.35
|
385.75
|
6,133.36
|
(142.49)
|
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (the "Act"), the Financial Statements of the Company for the period ended March 31, 2023 have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards ("Ind AS") notified under the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 as amended from time to time.
Pursuant to Scheme of Arrangement and Demerger between Allcargo Logistics Limited ("Demerged Company"), Allcargo Terminals Limited ("Resulting Company 1"/ "ATL"/ the "Company") and TransIndia Real Estate Limited (Formerly known as TransIndia Realty & Logistics Parks Limited) ("Resulting Company 2"/ "TREL") and their respective shareholders (the "Scheme"), Container Freight Station ("CFS")/ Inland Container Depots ("ICD") business of the demerged Company was transferred to the Company from the Appointed Date i.e. April 01, 2022.
DIVIDEND
During the year under review, the Board of the Company in its meeting held on July 05, 2023, has recommended the Final Dividend of '0.50 (Fifty Paise Only) per equity share of face value of '2/- each (i.e. 25%) for the financial year ended March 31, 2023, subject to approval of the Shareholders of the Company in Annual General Meeting ("AGM").
The 'Dividend Distribution Policy' in accordance with Regulation 43A of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("the Listing Regulations") has been hosted on the Company's
website https://www.allcargoterminals.com/corporate- policies/.
TRANSFER TO RESERVE
During the year under review, there was no amount transferred to any of the Reserves of the Company.
PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Prior to the Scheme, the revenue from operation of the Company was nil for the financial year ended March 31, 2022. Pursuant to the Scheme becoming effective from April 01, 2023 the CFS/ ICD businesses of the demerged Company has been transferred to the Company from the Appointed Date i.e. April 01, 2022.
Pursuant to the transfer of aforesaid business, the Company is now engaging in the business of CFS / ICD and performance review for the financial year ended March 31, 2023 is given below.
Consolidated:
The revenue from operations was '70,570.87 Lakhs. The Business Earnings before Interest, Depreciation, Tax and Amortization ("EBIDTA") stood at '15,491.23 Lakhs. The Profit for the year was '5,879.35 Lakhs.
Consolidated Cash Flow:
The Cash flows from operations was '12,490.12 Lakhs. Spend on capex was '1,130.51 Lakhs. The borrowing was '3,204.92 Lakhs. Cash and bank balances including investment in mutual funds was '2,245.46 Lakhs. The Net Debt to Equity was 0.15 times.
Standalone:
The revenue from operations was '46,850.95 Lakhs. The Business Earnings before Interest, Depreciation, Tax and Amortization ("EBIDTA") was '14,521.43 Lakhs. The Profit for the year was '6,133.37 Lakhs.
Standalone Cash Flow:
The Cash flows from operations were '10,864.58 Lakhs. Spend on capex was '1,033.82 Lakhs. The borrowing was '3,194.54 Lakhs. Cash and bank balances including investment in mutual funds was '962.57 Lakhs. The Net Debt to Equity was 0.18 times.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
Allcargo Terminals is the leading CFS-ICD operator in the country and offers one of India's widest networks. The Company operates an asset light business model and its core business comprises of Container Freight Stations (CFS) and Inland Container Depots (ICD). We operate 7 CFS and ICD facilities in India, of which 4 are fully owned and 3 are through subsidiaries and Joint Ventures. The company has the privilege of being the market leader in JNPT and Mundra, and is among the top three CFSs in Kolkata and Chennai.
As an extension of the port infrastructure, CFSs and ICDs also offer services like Customs inspection/clearance, Stuffing/Destuffing, Weighment and storage, among others. CFS-ICD facilities are a vital cog in the EXIM supply chain of the country. The Company has strategically created its presence in CFS at key Container Terminals of the Country viz. JNPT- Mumbai, Chennai, Mundra and Kolkata, which drive around 80 percent of India's container traffic. We are also well placed to capture the ICD opportunity driven by the development and forward strides in Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFC).
At the core of the business lies our strong customer connect, reliable stakeholder management, robust systems and processes that are lean and agile making us a premier CFS service provider in the Country. The Company's business model has unique synergies with our Group companies - through ECU Worldwide globally and domestic presence through Contract Logistics (ASCPL) and Gati. For seamless services, Allcargo Terminals offers online submission of import & export documents, online invoice and online payment, new generation RFID system for track & trace of containers and E-Tariff module. In line with the India's digital thrust and Allcargo Group's Digital First strategy, our "myCFS" portal provides end-to-end CFS services in just a few clicks. With "myCFS" customers can enhance efficiencies with online facilitation of service requests, quick upload and retrieval of documents as well as access to current and archived reports. The portal also gives access to contact-less services from the comfort of your home or office.
In line with our values for protecting our environment and encouraging sustainable practices, we have installed Solar Power plant of 1000 KW at our facilities. In addition, we also undertake tree plantation drives, discourage use of single use plastic wares, and adopt usage of best in class energy efficient infrastructure. The CFS facilities adhere to highest levels of safety and quality and are fortified by well-trained and experienced professionals, as well as regular process audits. The pan-India CFS network is backed by safety and security standards that include GSV (C-TPAT - compliant), ISO and OHSAS accreditations.
STATE OF COMPANY'S AFFAIRS
The Scheme of Arrangement and Demerger between Allcargo Logistics Limited ("Demerged Company"), Allcargo Terminals Limited ("Resulting Company l"/"ATL"/the "Company") and TransIndia Real Estate Limited (Formerly known as TransIndia Realty & Logistics Parks Limited) ("Resulting Company 2"/"TREL") and their respective shareholders (the "Scheme").
The Board of Directors of the Company at its meeting held on December 23, 2021 had approved the Scheme under Sections 230 to 232 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (the "Act"), pursuant to the Scheme;
• Container Freight Station ("CFS") / Inland Container Depots ("ICD") business divisions of the demerged Company were transferred to the Company and
• Engineering and Equipment Leasing and Hiring Solutions, Logistics Park, Warehousing, Real Estate Development and Leasing Activities of the demerged Company were transferred to TREL.
The Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai Bench ("NCLT") vide its order dated January 05, 2023 (the "Order"), had approved the Scheme which became effective from April 01, 2023. Pursuant to the said order all the Assets and Liabilities of CFS/ ICD business Divisions of the demerged Company becomes Assets and Liabilities of the Company with effect from the Appointed Date i.e. April 01, 2022.
Listing of Shares
The Company had received In-principle approval for listing of 24,56,95,524 equity shares of '2/- each from BSE Limited ("BSE") on June 05, 2023 and National Stock Exchange of India Limited ("NSE") on June 08, 2023. Further the equity shares of the Company were listed and admitted for trading on BSE and NSE with effect from August 10, 2023 (BSE and NSE are collectively known as "Stock Exchanges").
CHANGES IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS
The Company continued to provide CFS/ ICD business services to its customers and hence there was no change in the nature of business or operations of the Company, which impacted the financial position of the Company during the year under review.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY
There are no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company, subsequent to close of FY 2022-23 till the date of this Report.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS
During the year under review, no significant and material orders were passed by the regulators or courts or tribunals which would adversely impact the going concern status and the Company's operations in future.
CREDIT RATING
During the year under review, the Company has not taken any Ratings from Credit Rating Agencies including for its subsidiary and joint venture companies.
PUBLIC DEPOSITS
During the year under review, the Company has not accepted any deposits from the public falling within the meaning of Section 73 and 76 of the Act and Rules framed thereunder.
SHARE CAPITAL
During the year under review and subsequent to close of FY 2022¬ 23 till the date of this Report the share capital of the Company underwent the changes as mentioned below;
i. Subdivision of face value of equity shares
on March 01, 2023, one (01) equity share of face value from ' 10/- (Rupees Ten) each was subdivided into five (05) equity shares of face value of '2/- (Rupees Two) each.
ii. Increase of Authorised Share Capital
on March 06, 2023, the Authorised Share Capital of the Company was increased from '10,00,000/- (Rupees Ten Lakhs) consisting of 5,00,000 (Five Lakhs) equity shares of ' 2/- (Rupees Two) each to '55,00,00,000/- (Rupees Fifty- Five Crores) consisting of 27,50,00,000 (Twenty-Seven Crores and Fifty Lakhs) equity shares of '2/- (Rupees Two) each.
Accordingly, as on March 31, 2023, the Issued, Subscribed and Paid-up Share Capital of the Company stood at ' 70/- (Rupees Seventy) consisting of 35 (Thirty-Five) Equity Shares of '2/- (Rupees Two) each
iii. Allotment of Equity Shares
on April 24, 2023, the Company has issued and allotted 24,56,95,524 (Twenty-Four Crores Fifty Six Lakhs Ninety Five
Thousand Five Hundred and Twenty Four) equity shares of face value of '2/- (Rupees Two) each pursuant to the Scheme to the Shareholders of the Demerged Company in the ratio of one fully paid-up equity share of face value of '2/- (Rupees Two) each of the Company for every one fully paid-up equity share of face value of '2/- (Rupees Two) each held in the Demerged Company as on Record Date i.e. April 18, 2023.
Pursuant to aforesaid allotment, pre-scheme paid-up share capital of '70/- (Rupees Seventy) consisting of 35 (Thirty- Five) equity shares of '2/- (Rupees Two) were cancelled.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT
During the year under review the Company was not listed on the Stock Exchanges, hence the provisions of Listing Regulations were not applicable to the Company for the FY2022-23.
The Company is in compliance with the requirements of Corporate Governance norms as per the Listing Regulations, post listing of equity shares of the Company on Stock Exchanges.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Number of Meetings of the Board of Directors
During the year under review, 8 (Eight) Board Meetings were convened and held on May 23, 2022; August 08, 2022; November 01, 2022; January 23, 2023; February 01, 2023; February 03, 2023; March 06, 2023 and March 31, 2023. Details of the Composition of the Board, the number of Board Meetings attended and attendance at the third AGM are as given below.
During the year under review there were no changes in the Board of Directors of the Company and subsequent to close of financial year FY2022-23 till the date of the Report following were the changes in the Board of Directors as given below.
Appointment of Managing Director
Mr Suresh Kumar Ramiah (DIN:07019419) was appointed as Managing Director of the Company for a tenure of 5 (five) years with effect from April 01, 2023.
Further the Members of the Company vide Special Resolution passed in the Extra-ordinary General Meeting ("EGM") held on April 17, 2023 had approved the appointment of Mr Suresh Kumar Ramiah as Managing Director.
Appointment of Independent Directors
In accordance with the provisions of the Act, Mr Mahendra Kumar Chouhan (DIN:00187253), Mrs Radha Ahluwalia (DIN:00936412), and Mr Prafulla Chhajed (DIN:03544734) were appointed as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Directors of the Company for a tenure of 3 (three) years with effect from April 15, 2023.
Further the Members of the Company vide Ordinary Resolution passed in the EGM held on April 17, 2023 had approved the appointment of aforesaid Non-Executive Independent Directors.
In the opinion of the Board, the above Directors appointed have integrity, relevant expertise and experience (including proficiency) to act as an Independent Directors of the Company.
Appointment of Non-Executive Non-Independent Directors
Mr Kaiwan Kalyaniwalla (DIN:00060776) and Mr Vaishnavkiran Shashikiran Shetty (DIN:07077444) were appointed with effect from April 15, 2023 as an additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Directors of the Company, liable to retire by rotation.
Further the Members vide Ordinary Resolution passed in the EGM held on April 17, 2023, had approved the appointment of aforesaid Non-Executive Non-Independent Directors.
Resignation of Directors
Mr Shashi Kiran Shetty (DIN:00012754), Mrs Arathi Shetty (DIN:00088374) and Mr Ravi Jakhar (diN:02188690) Non¬ Executive Non-Independent Directors of the Company, had resigned from the board with effect from April 21, 2023.
Re-appointment of Director
In accordance with the Section 152 of the Act and the Articles of Association of the Company Mr Suresh Kumar Ramiah (DIN:07019419), Managing Director of the Company, retires by rotation at the ensuing AGM and, being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment.
Attention of the Members is invited to the relevant item in the Notice of the 4th AGM and the explanatory Statement thereto.
Declaration by Independent Directors
The Company has received declarations from all Independent Directors appointed with effect from April 15, 2023, confirming that they meet the criteria of independence as prescribed under Section 149(6) and (7) of the Act and Regulations 16 and 25 of the Listing Regulations. There has been no change in the circumstances affecting their status as Independent Directors of the Company.
The Company has received confirmation from the Independent Directors regarding their registration in the Independent Directors databank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs.
KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL (KMP)
During the year under review appointment of KMP was not applicable to the Company. Subsequent to close of financial year FY2022-23 till the date of the Report appointment and resignation of KMPs of the Company are given below.
Appointment of KMP
• Mr Hardik Desai was appointed as Company Secretary of the Company with effect from April 01, 2023;
• Mrs Poornima Sreedhar was appointed as Chief Financial Officer of the Company with effect from April 01, 2023 and
• Mr Pritam Vartak was appointed as Chief Financial Officer of the Company with effect from July 06, 2023.
Resignation of KMP
Mrs Poornima Sreedhar has resigned from the position of Chief Financial Officer of the Company with effect from close of business hours on July 05, 2023.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
During the year under review the Company was not required to constitute the Committees of the Board of Directors. Subsequent to close of financial year FY2022-23 till the date of the Report the following Statutory Committees were constituted with effect from April 15, 2023.
1. Audit Committee
2. Nomination and Remuneration Committee
3. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee 1. AUDIT COMMITTEE
The Audit Committee is comprised of 3 (three) Directors of which 2 (two) are Independent Directors and 1 (one) Managing Director of the Company. All the members are well versed with finance, accounts, corporate laws and general business practices. Mr Prafulla Chhajed, an Independent Director is the Chairperson of the Committee. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant, possess expertise in finance, administration and management. The composition, terms of reference, role and power of the Audit Committee are in line with the Listing Regulations and the Act. The Committee acts as a link between the Statutory and Internal Auditors and the Board of the Company. The Company Secretary of the Company acts as Secretary to the Committee.
Composition of the Committee
Sr.
No.
|
Name of the Committee Member
|
Category
|
Committee
Position
|
1.
|
Mr Prafulla Chhajed
|
Independent
Director
|
Chairperson
|
2.
|
Mr Mahendra Kumar Chouhan
|
Independent
Director
|
Member
|
3.
|
Mr Suresh Kumar Ramiah
|
Managing
Director
|
Member
|
Terms of Reference:
i. Recommend the appointment, remuneration and terms of appointment of auditors of the Company.
ii. Review and monitor the auditors' independence and performance and effectiveness of the audit process with the management.
iii. Examine the financial statement and the auditors' report thereon.
iv. Approve transactions of the Company with related parties (including omnibus approval) and any subsequent modification thereof.
v. Review and approve the related party transactions.
vi. Make recommendation to the Board, in case of transactions, other than transactions referred to in Section 188 of the Act entered with, other than Wholly owned Subsidiary Company and where Committee does not approve the same.
vii. Ratify the transactions for an amount as specified in Section 177 of the Act, entered into by a Director or officer of the Company, if not, approved by the Audit Committee within three months from the date of the transaction.
viii. Scrutinize inter-corporate loans and investments.
ix. Valuation of undertakings or assets of the Company, wherever it is necessary.
x. Evaluate internal financial controls and risk management systems.
xi. Review/monitor with the management, the statement of uses/application of funds raised through an issue (public issue, rights issue, preferential issue, etc.), the statement of funds utilized for purposes other than those stated in the offer document/prospectus/notice and the report submitted by the monitoring agency, monitoring the utilisation of proceeds of a public or rights issue, and making appropriate recommendations to the Board to take up steps in this matter.
xii. Call for the comments of the auditors about internal control systems, the scope of audit, including the observations of the auditors and review of the financial statements before their submission to the Board and discuss any related issues with internal and statutory auditors and management of the Company.
xiii. Act in accordance with the terms of reference specified in writing by the Board.
xiv. Review with the management, the quarterly, half yearly and annual financial statements/results and Limited review report/auditor's report thereon (both standalone and consolidated) before submission to the Board for approval, with particular reference to:
- Matters required to be included in the Directors' Responsibility Statement under Section 134(3) (c) of the Act.
- Changes, if any, in accounting policies and practices and reasons for the same.
- Major accounting entries involving estimates based on the exercise of judgment by management.
- Significant adjustments made in the financial statements arising out of audit findings.
- Compliance with legal requirements relating to financial statements.
- Disclosure of any related party transactions and
- Modified opinion/Qualifications in the draft audit report.
xv. Review the adequacy of internal audit function, if any, including the structure of the internal audit department, staffing and seniority of the official heading the department, reporting structure coverage and frequency of internal audit.
xvi. Discuss with internal auditors any significant findings and follow up there on.
xvii. Review the findings of any internal investigations by the internal auditors into matters where there is suspected fraud or irregularity or a failure of internal control systems of a material nature and reporting the matter to the Board.
xviii. Discuss with statutory auditors, before the audit commences about the nature and scope of audit and post-audit, to ascertain any area of concern.
xix. Look into the reasons for substantial defaults in the payment to the depositors, debenture holders, shareholders (in case of non-payment of declared dividends) and creditors.
xx. Review the functioning of the Whistle Blower mechanism/Vigil Mechanism.
xxi. Approve the appointment of CFo (i.e., the whole¬ time Finance Director or any other person heading the finance function or discharging that function) after assessing the qualifications, experience and background, etc. of the candidate.
xxii. Have oversight of the Company's financial reporting process and the disclosure of its financial information to ensure that the financial statement is correct, sufficient and credible.
xxiii. Review of internal controls for financial reporting and review of significant changes in internal control over financial reporting.
xxiv. Approve payment to statutory auditors for any other services rendered by the statutory auditors.
xxv. Review utilization of loans and/or advances from/ investment by the Company in the Subsidiary Company exceeding '100 crore or 10% of the asset size of the Subsidiary, whichever is higher including existing loans/ advance/investments.
xxvi. Consider and comment on rationale, cost- benefits and impact of schemes involving merger, demerger, amalgamation etc., on the company and its shareholders.
xxvii. Review and note the Compliance Certificate furnished by CEo and CFo on annual and quarterly financial statements and cash flow statements on standalone and consolidated basis.
xxviii. Carry out any other function as is mentioned in the terms of reference of the Audit Committee.
xxix. Review compliance with the provisions of the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 as amended from time to time at least once in a financial year and verify that the systems for internal control are adequate and are operating effectively.
xxx. Review, investigate and recommend to the Board the complaints received under the Policy and Procedure for inquiry in case of leak of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information or suspected leak of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information.
xxxi. Review with the management, performance of statutory and internal auditors and adequacy of the internal control systems.
xxxii. Review the Company's Financial Policies.
xxxiii. Consider requests from Treasury for deviations from Investment Policy and amendments thereto.
xxxiv. Select, engage and approve fees for professional advisors/consultants that the Committee may require to carry out their duties.
xxxv. The Audit Committee shall mandatorily review:
- Management discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations.
- Management letters/letters of internal control weaknesses issued by the statutory auditors.
- Internal audit reports relating to internal control weaknesses.
- The appointment, removal and terms of remuneration of the Chief Internal Auditor shall be subject to review by the Audit Committee.
- Statement of Deviations: Quarterly, annually including report of monitoring agency.
2. Nomination and Remuneration Committee
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee ("NRC") is comprised of 3 (three) Non-executive Directors, of which 2 (two) are Independent Directors and 1 (one) is Non¬ executive Director of the Company. Mrs Radha Ahluwalia, an Independent Director, is the Chairperson of the Committee. The composition and role of the NRC are in line with the Listing Regulations and the Act. The Company Secretary of the Company acts as Secretary to the Committee.
Composition of the Committee
Sr.
No.
|
Name of the Committee Member
|
Category
|
Committee
Position
|
1.
|
Mrs Radha Ahluwalia
|
Independent
Director
|
Chairperson
|
2.
|
Mr Mahendra Kumar Chouhan
|
Independent
Director
|
Member
|
3.
|
Mr Vaishnavkiran Shetty
|
Non-Executive
Non¬
Independent
Director
|
Member
|
Terms of Reference:
a) Identify persons who are qualified to become Directors of the Company and who may be appointed in senior management (one level below the Board), key managerial personnel in accordance with the criteria laid down, recommend to the Board their appointment and removal.
b) Formulate criteria for evaluation of Independent Directors in the Board, recommend to the Board the
process of Board Evaluation either (a) through in¬ house anonymous peer-to-peer evaluation process by the Board members or (b) through an external expert. In addition thereto, the performance evaluation of Independent Directors will be required to be done by the entire Board excluding the Director being evaluated.
c) While appointing an Independent Director, the Committee shall evaluate the balance of skills, knowledge and experience on the Board and on the basis of such evaluation, prepare a description of the role and capabilities required of an independent director. The Person recommended to the Board for appointment as an independent director shall have the capabilities identified in such description. For the purpose of identifying suitable candidates, the Committee may:
- use the services of an external agencies, if required;
- consider candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, having due regard to diversity; and
- consider the time commitments of the candidates.
d) Recommend to the Board whether to extend or continue the term of appointment of the Independent Director, on the basis of the report of performance evaluation of Independent Directors.
e) Devise a policy on Board Diversity.
f) Formulate the criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes and independence of a director and recommend to the Board a policy, relating to the remuneration for the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and other employees.
g) Assist the Board in formulating succession plan for the Board and Senior Management and provide an effective oversight in respect of succession planning.
h) Assist the Board in setting process for Board evaluation.
i) Recommending to the Board remuneration payable to senior management.
j) Select, engage and approve fees for professional advisors that the Committee may require to carry out their duties.
k) Review the functioning of Nomination and Remuneration Policy.
l) Oversee various aspects, compliances as mentioned in the term of references and carry out any other function as is mandated by the Board from time to time and/or enforced by any statutory notification, amendment or modification as may be applicable.
Stakeholders Relationship Committee
The Stakeholders Relationship Committee ("SRC") is comprised of 3 (three) Directors, of which 2 (two) are Independent Directors and 1 (one) is Managing Director of the Company. Mr Mahendra Kumar Chouhan, an Independent Director, is the Chairperson of the Committee. The composition and role of the SRC are in line with the Listing Regulations and the Act. The Company Secretary of the Company acts as Secretary to the Committee.
Composition of the Committee
Sr. Name of the Committee
Category
No. Committee Member Position
1. Mr Mahendra Kumar Independent Chairperson
Chouhan Director
2. Mr Prafulla Chhajed Independent Member
Director
3. Mr Suresh Kumar Managing Member
Ramiah Director
Terms of Reference:
a. Consider and approve request received for transfers/ transmissions of securities of the Company, issue of duplicate certificates, re-mat/demat of securities, issue of shares lying in the Unclaimed Suspense Account etc.
b. Consider and redress grievances of the shareholders/ investors relating to transfer/transmission/demat/ remat of securities, Notice of general meetings, non¬ receipt of Annual Report, security certificates, dividend, interest, refund orders and any other corporate benefits etc.
c. Review and monitor compliances under the SEBI (Listing obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and its amendment from time to time, pertaining to Investor grievance and transfer & transmission and shareholding pattern.
d. Select, engage and approve fees for professional advisors that the Committee may require to carry out their duties.
e. Review of measures taken for effective exercise of voting rights by shareholders.
f. Review of adherence to the service standards adopted by the Company in respect of various services being rendered by the Registrar & Share Transfer Agent.
g. Review of the various measures and initiatives taken by the Company for reducing the quantum of unclaimed dividends and ensuring timely receipt of dividend warrants/annual reports/statutory notices by the shareholders of the Company.
h. oversee various aspects of interest of shareholders, debenture holders and other security holders and carry out any other function as is mandated by the Board from time to time and/or enforced by any statutory notification, amendment or modification as may be applicable.
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
The Corporate Social Responsibility ("CSR") Committee is comprised of 3 (three) Directors, of which 1 (one) is Independent Director, 1 (one) Non-executive Non¬ Independent Director and 1 (one) Managing Director of the Company. The composition and role of the CSR Committee are in line with the relevant provisions of the Act and Rules framed thereunder. The Company Secretary of the Company acts as Secretary to the Committee.
Composition of the Committee
Sr.
No.
|
Name of the Committee Member
|
Category
|
Committee
Position
|
1.
|
Mr Vaishnavkiran Shetty
|
Non-Executive
Non¬
Independent
Director
|
Chairperson
|
2.
|
Mrs Radha Ahluwalia
|
Independent
Director
|
Member
|
3.
|
Mr Suresh Kumar Ramiah
|
Managing
Director
|
Member
|
Terms of Reference
a. Formulate and recommend to the Board, a Corporate Social Responsibility ("CSR") Policy which shall indicate the activities to be undertaken by the Company as specified in Schedule VII of the Act.
b. Formulate and recommend to the Board, an annual action plan which shall include the list of CSR Projects or Programmes that are approved to be undertaken in the areas or subjects as specified in Schedule VII of the Act, the manner of execution of such projects or programmes, the modalities of utilisation of funds and implementation schedules for the projects or programmes, monitoring and reporting mechanism for the projects or programmes, details of need and impact assessment, if any, for the projects undertaken by the company and recommend any alteration in such annual action plan.
c. Recommend the amount of expenditure to be incurred on the CSR activities as per limits prescribed under the Act.
d. Review the CSR projects and program or activities undertaken by the Company and recommend suitable changes as deem fit or necessary.
e. Institute a transparent monitoring mechanism for implementation of the CSR projects or programs or activities undertaken by the Company.
f. Carry out such other functions as may be entrusted by the Board or which may be required to be undertaken pursuant to any regulatory or statutory requirements/ stipulations prescribed from time to time.
g. Select, engage and approve fees for professional advisors/consultants that the Committee may require to carry out their duties.
h. oversee various aspects, compliances in respect of CSR expenditure and carry out any other function as is mandated by the Board from time to time and/or enforced by any statutory notification, amendment or modification as may be applicable.
i. To review the impact of the assessment study of the CSR Projects every 2-3 years.
BOARD EVALUATION
During the year under review, the Board carried out annual evaluation of its own performance and individual Director for FY2022-23.
The parameters for performance evaluation of the Board includes the roles and responsibilities of the Board, timeliness for circulating the board papers, content and the quality of information provided to the Board, attention to the Company's long term strategic issues, risk management, overseeing and guiding major plans of action, acquisitions, etc.
The performance of the Board and individual Director was evaluated by the Board seeking inputs from all the Directors.
The Board of Directors expressed their satisfaction towards the process followed by the Company for evaluating the performance of the Directors and the Board.
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICY
During the year under review adoption of Nomination and Remuneration Policy was not required. Further, the Board of the Company had framed and adopted a policy on Directors, KMP and other Senior Management Personnel appointment and remuneration including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes, Independence of a Director and other related matters effective from April 01, 2023 in accordance with Section 178 of the Act and the Rules framed thereunder and Listing Regulations. The Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company is hosted on the Company's website https://www. allcargoterminals.com/corporate-policies/.
WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY
During the year under review adoption of Whistle Blower Policy was not required. Further, the Board of the Company had adopted a Whistle Blower Policy effective from July 05, 2023, and established the necessary Vigil Mechanism, which is in line with the Listing Regulations and the Act. According to the Policy, the Whistle Blower can raise concerns relating to Reportable Matters such as unethical behaviour, breach of Code of Conduct, actual or suspected fraud, any other malpractice, impropriety or wrongdoings, illegality, non-compliance of legal and regulatory requirements, retaliation against the Directors & Employees and instances of leakage of/suspected leakage of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information of the Company, etc. Further, the mechanism adopted by the Company encourages the Whistle Blower to report genuine concerns or grievances to the Audit Committee and provides for adequate safeguards against the victimization of Whistle Blower, who avail of such mechanism and provides for direct access to the Chairman of the Audit Committee, in appropriate or exceptional cases. The Audit Committee oversees the functioning of the same.
The Whistle Blower Policy is hosted on the Company's website https://www.allcargoterminals.com/corporate-policies/.
RISK MANAGEMENT
There are systems in place which helps to identify, evaluate, monitor, control, manage, minimize and mitigate identifiable business risks.
The purpose of risk management is to achieve sustainable business growth, protect Company assets, safeguard shareholder investments, ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and avoid major surprises of risks.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ADEQUACY
The Company maintains appropriate systems of internal control, including monitoring procedures, to ensure that all assets are safeguarded against loss from unauthorized use or disposition. The Company's policies, guidelines and procedures provide for adequate checks and balances and are meant to ensure that all transactions are authorized, recorded and reported correctly.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT
Management Discussion and Analysis Report ("MDA") on the business outlook and performance review for the year ended March 31, 2023, is not applicable. Further, the Company has voluntarily adopted MDA Report for the year ended March 31, 2023, and the same is available as a separate section which forms part of the Annual Report.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
During the year under review Section 135 of the Act, was not applicable to the Company. Further, the Company had adopted a Corporate Social Responsibility ("CSR") Policy as per the provisions of the Act, effective from April 01, 2023.
The CSR Policy is hosted on the Company's Website https://www. allcargoterminals.com/corporate-policies/.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENT
A statement containing the salient features of the Financial Statements of its Subsidiary and Joint Venture Companies as per the provisions of the Act, is provided in the prescribed Form AOC-1 forms part of Consolidated Financial Statements, in compliance with Section 129(3) and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Act read with the Rules issued thereunder.
Pursuant to Section 129 of the Act the attached Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company and all its Subsidiary and Joint Venture Companies has been prepared in accordance with the applicable Ind AS provisions.
In accordance with the provisions of the Act and applicable Ind AS, the audited Consolidated Financial Statement of the Company for the financial year 2022-23, together with the Auditor's Report forms part of this Annual Report.
In accordance with Section 136 of the Act, the audited financial statements, including the Consolidated Financial Statement and related information of the Company and the separate financial statement of the subsidiary company, are available on the Company's website at https://www.allcargoterminals. com/investor-subsidiary-company/. Any member desirous of inspecting or obtaining copies of the audited financial statement, including the Consolidated Financial Statement may write to the Company Secretary at investor.relations@allcargoterminals. com.
SUBSIDIARY, ASSOCIATE AND JOINT VENTURE COMPANIES
During the year under review, pursuant to the Scheme, with effect from the Appointed Date i.e. April 01, 2022, the following Companies have become Joint Ventures of the Company.
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TransNepal Freight Services Private Limited
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April 01, 2022
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Allcargo Logistics Park Private Limited
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Joint Venture
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Transferred pursuant to the Scheme
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April 01, 2022
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https://www.allcargoterminals.com/corporate-policies/.
PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
All related party transactions/contracts/arrangements that were entered into by the Company during the year under review were on an arm's length basis and in the ordinary course of business and were in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Act. There are no material significant related party transactions entered into by the Company with its Promoters or Directors which may have a potential conflict with the interest of the Company at large.
The CFS/ICD business was transferred to the Company by Allcargo Logistics Limited from appointed date i.e. April 01, 2022, as per the Scheme which was effective from April 01, 2023. During the year under review all the related party transactions/ contracts/arrangements of the Company were entered by Allcargo Logistics Limited on trust basis.
The disclosure of related party transactions as required under Section 134(3) (c) of the Act in Form aoc-2 for financial year ended March 31, 2022 is annexed as Annexure 1.
The details of related party transactions that were entered during FY2022-23 are given in the notes to the Financial Statements as per Ind AS24, which forms part of the Annual Report.
The Policy on materiality of Related Party Transactions and also on dealing with Related Party Transactions as approved by the Board, from time to time, is hosted on the on the Company's website https://www.allcargoterminals.com/corporate- policies/.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES, SECURITIES AND INVESTMENTS
The Company is engaged in the business of providing CFS/ICD services and other related logistics services which falls under the infrastructural facilities as categorized under Schedule VI of the Act. Hence, the provisions of Section 186 of the Act are not applicable to the Company to the extent of loans given, guarantees or securities provided or any investment made. However, as a good governance practice of the Company, the details of loans given, guarantees and securities provided are annexed as Annexure 2. Details of investments made are provided in the Notes to the Financial Statements.
AUDITORS
Statutory Auditors and their Report
M/s C.C. Dangi & Associates, Chartered Accountants ("CCDA") (Firm Registration No. 102105W) was appointed as the Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of 5 (five) years in its First Annual General Meeting (the "AGM") held on November 30, 2020 to hold office until the conclusion of the Sixth AGM of the Company.
CCDA had resigned as Statutory Auditors of the Company with effect from April 07, 2023.
M/s. S. R. Batliboi & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants ("SRBA") (Firm Registration No. 101049W/E300004) was appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company by the Members at the EGM held on April 17, 2023 till the conclusion of 4th AGM to fill casual vacancy caused due to the resignation of CCDA.
Further, the Audit Committee and Board has recommended for re-appointment of SRBA as the Statutory Auditors of the Company for a first term of four years from the conclusion of 4th AGM till the conclusion of the 8th AGM of the Company.
Further, the report of the Statutory Auditors along with the notes on the Financial Statements is enclosed to this Report. The Auditors' Reports do not contain any qualification, reservation, adverse remarks, observations or disclaimer on Standalone and Consolidated Audited Financial Statements for the year ended March 31, 2023.
The other observations made in the Auditors' Report are self¬ explanatory and therefore do not call for any further comments.
There was no instance of fraud during the year under review, which was required by the Statutory Auditors to report to the Board and/ or Central Government under Section 143(12) of the Act and Rules made thereunder.
Secretarial Auditor
During the year under review, the appointment of Secretarial Auditor was not applicable to Company.
Compliance of Secretarial Standards
The Company is in compliance with all mandatory applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
During the year under review Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, was not applicable to the Company.
There were no employees drawing remuneration more than the limits prescribed in the Rule 5(2) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014.
Further, there were 239 permanent employees on the payroll of the Company as on March 31, 2023 and Median Remuneration of employees for FY 2022-23 was '5.26 Lakhs.
None of the employees who are posted and working in a country outside India, not being Directors or their relatives, draw remuneration more than the limits prescribed under Rule 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014.
SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
The Company is committed towards bringing Safety, Health and Environment awareness among its employees. It also believes in safety and health enrichment of its employees and committed to provide a healthy and safe workplace for all its employees. Successfully managing Health and Safety risks is an essential component of our business strategy. The Company has identified Health and Safety risk arising from its activities and has put proper systems, processes and controls mechanism to mitigate them.
The Company has been taking various initiatives and participating in programs of safety and welfare measures to protect its employees, equipment and other assets from any possible loss and/or damages.
The following safety related measures are taken at various locations:
• Fire and Safety drills are conducted for all employees and security personnel and all Fire hydrants are monitored strictly as the preparedness for emergency.
• Safety Awareness Campaign like Road Safety Week, National Safety week, Fire Safety Week, Environment Day is held/ celebrated at major locations to improve the awareness of Health, Safety & Environment of employees.
• Each equipment is put through comprehensive Quality Audit and Testing to ensure strong compliance to Maintenance, Safety and Reliability aspects as per the specifications by various original Equipment Manufacturer. All equipments are mandatorily ensured with PUC. Fitness certificates are issued based on the compliance of the safety norms.
• Regular training/skills to staff and contractors to inculcate importance of safety amongst them. Further, handling of Hazardous Material training and Terrorist Threat Awareness Training are provided to all employees.
• Created checks and awareness among drivers about negatives of alcohol and drug consumptions and impact on their families.
• Accident prone routes identified and supervisors allocated to have control over the vehicle movement.
• Occupational Health & Safety audits and Fire & Electrical Safety audits are conducted by competent agencies at regular intervals.
• Fortnightly visit by Doctors to office for medical counselling of employees. Further, Medical Health check-up of all employees are conducted at regular intervals.
• CCTV and Safety alarms are installed at major locations.
• Green initiatives are taken at various locations to protect the environment.
• Oxygen and temperature checks were mandatory for all staff members and visitors at all office locations.
• Operations have been modified and optimized to adhere to social distancing requirements and work with minimal staff on-site.
• All Locations undergo third party surveillance audit annually for Health, Safety and Environment and Biannual Fire & Electrical Safety audits are conducted. All observations, Suggestions for improvements during audit are implemented on priority with target dates.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The information on Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption, Foreign Exchange Earnings and outgo as stipulated under Section 134(3)(m) of the Act and Rules framed thereunder, is annexed as Annexure 3.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The Company has approved and adopted Policy and Guidelines for Prevention and Prohibition of Sexual Harassment at Workplace in its Board meeting held on July 05, 2023 in line with the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (the "POSH Act"). All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered under this Policy.
During the year under review, no complaints of sexual harassment were received.
ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to Section 92(3) of the Act and Rules framed thereunder, an Annual Return is hosted on the website of the Company https:// www.allcargoterminals.com/investor-allcargo-terminals/.
MAINTENANCE OF COST RECORDS
Pursuant to Section 148(1) of the Act and Rules framed thereunder related to maintenance of cost records is not applicable to the Company.
INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY
No application made or proceeding is pending against the Company under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 during the year under review.
DISCLOSURE OF ONE TIME SETTLEMENT OR LOAN
There is no incidence of one-time settlement in respect of any loan taken from Banks or Financial Institutions during the year. Hence, disclosure pertaining to difference between amount of the valuation done at the time of one-time settlement and the valuation done while taking loan is not applicable.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to Section 134(3)(c) read with Section 134(5) of the Act, the Board to the best of their knowledge and ability confirm that-
a. that in the preparation of the Annual Accounts for the year ended March 31, 2023, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures, if any;
b. they have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as at March 31, 2023, and of the profit of the Company for the year ended on that date;
c. they have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d. the annual accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis;
e. they had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively; and
f. they had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Directors wish to place on record their appreciation for the continued co-operation and support extended to the Company by government authorities, customers, vendors, regulators, banks, financial institutions, auditors, legal advisors, consultants, business associates during the year. The Directors also convey their appreciation for the contribution, dedication and confidence in the management.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
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Suresh Kumar Ramiah Vaishnavkiran Shetty
Managing Director Non-Executive Director
DIN:07019419 DIN: 07077444
Date: August 21, 2023 Place: Mumbai
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