3.14.Provisions & Contingent Liabilities
Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event and it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. When the Company expects some or all of a provision to be reimbursed, the reimbursement is recognised as a separate asset, but only when the reimbursement is virtually certain. The expense relating to a provision is presented in the statement of profit and loss net of any reimbursement.
If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are discounted using a current pre-tax rate that reflects, when appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. When discounting is used, the increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognised as a finance cost. Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates.
Disclosure of contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation arising from past events, the existence of which will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non¬ occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company or a present obligation that arises from past events where it is either not probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle or a reliable estimate of amount cannot be made.
Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed.
3.15.Taxes
Current Income Tax
The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from 'Profit before tax' as reported in the Statement of Profit and Loss because of items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and items that are never taxable or deductible. The Company's current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted, by the end of the reporting period in accordance with the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
Current tax is recognised as an expense or income in the Statement of Profit & Loss, except when they relate to items credited or debited either in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.
Deferred Tax
Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax liabilities are recognised for all taxable temporary differences. Deferred tax assets are generally recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilised.
The deferred tax assets are reviewed at the end of each reporting period and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and
tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting date.
Deferred tax is recognised as an expense or income in the Statement of Profit & Loss, except when they relate to items credited or debited either in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.
3.16. Employee Benefit Expenses Short-term Employee Benefits
The undiscounted amount of short-term employee benefits expected to be paid in exchange for the services rendered by employees are recognised as an expense during the period when the employees render the services.
Post-employment Benefits Defined Contribution Plans
The Company recognises contribution payable to the provident fund scheme as an expense, during the period in which employee renders the related service. If the contribution payable to the scheme for service received before the balance sheet date exceeds the contribution already paid, the deficit payable to the scheme is recognised as a liability. If the contribution already paid exceeds the contribution due for services received before the balance sheet date, then excess is recognised as an asset to the extent that the pre-payment will lead to a reduction in future payment or a cash refund.
Defined Benefit Plans
The Company pays gratuity to the employees as per the applicable labour laws at the time of retirement / resignation / death while in employment. The liability in respect of gratuity and other post-employment benefits is calculated using the Projected Unit Credit Method and spread over the period during which the benefit is expected to be derived from employees' services.
Re-measurement gains and losses arising from adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are recognised in the period in which they occur in Other Comprehensive Income.
3.17. Revenue Recognition
The Company derives revenue primarily from rendering of services.
Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to receive in exchange for those services. Revenue excludes amounts collected on behalf of government authorities such as Goods and Service Tax (GST), returns, trade allowances, rebates and amounts collected on behalf of third parties.
Revenue from rendering of services is recognized over the time by measuring the progress towards complete
satisfaction of performance obligations at the reporting period.
Demurrage revenue is recognised at the time when the performance obligations under the contract is satisfied.
Revenue is measured based on the transaction price, which is the consideration, adjusted for volume discounts, rebates, scheme allowances, price concessions, incentives, and returns, if any, as specified in the contracts with the customers. Revenue excludes taxes collected from customers on behalf of the government. Accruals for discounts/incentives and returns are estimated (using the most likely method based on accumulated experience and underlying schemes and agreements with customers). Due to the short nature of credit period given to customers, there is no financing component in the contract.
3.18.Other Income Interest Income
Interest income from a financial asset is recognized when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and at the effective interest rate applicable, which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to that asset's net carrying amount on initial recognition.
Dividend income
Dividends are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss on the date on which the Company's right to receive payment is established.
3.19. Finance Costs
General and specific borrowing costs that are attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of a qualifying asset are capitalised as part of the cost of such asset till such time the asset is ready for its intended use and borrowing cost are being incurred. A qualifying asset is an asset that necessarily takes a substantial time to get ready for its intended use. All other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period they are incurred.
Borrowing cost includes interest expense, amortisation of discounts and ancillary costs incurred in connection with borrowing of funds.
3.20. Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the net profit or loss for the period attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. The average weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period and for all periods presented is adjusted for events, such as bonus shares, other than the conversion of potential equity shares that have changed
the number of equity shares outstanding, without a corresponding change in resources.
For the purpose of calculating diluted earnings per share, the net profit or loss for the period attributable to equity shareholders and the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period are adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares. There are no potential equity shares outstanding during the year and, accordingly, basic and diluted earnings per share are the same.
3.21. Cash Flow Statement
Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit / (loss) for the period is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature, any deferrals or accruals of past or future operating cash receipts or payments and item of income or expenses associated with investing or financing cash flows. Cash flows for the year are classified by operating, investing and financing activities.
3.22. Leases
Company as a Lessee
The Company's lease asset classes primarily consist of leases of land. The Company assesses whether a contract contains a lease, at inception of a contract. A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period in exchange for consideration. To assess whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the Company assesses whether : (1) the contract involves the use of an identified asset (2) the Company has substantially all of the economic benefits from use of the asset through the period of the lease and (3) the Company has the right to direct the use of the asset. At the date of commencement of the lease, the Company recognises a right-of-use asset ("ROU") and a corresponding lease liability for all lease arrangements in which it is a lessee, except for leases with a term of twelve months or less (short-term leases) and low value leases. For these short-term and low value leases, the Company recognises the lease payments as an operating expense on a straightline basis over the term of the lease.
Certain lease arrangements include the options to extend or terminate the lease before the end of the lease term. ROU assets and lease liabilities includes these options when it is reasonably certain that they will be exercised. The right-of-use assets are initially recognised at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or prior to the commencement date of the lease plus any initial direct costs less any lease incentives. They are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Right-of-use assets are depreciated from the commencement date on a straight-line basis over useful life of the underlying asset. The lease liability
is initially measured at amortised cost at the present value of the future lease payments. The lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if not readily determinable, using the incremental borrowing rates in the country of domicile of the leases. Lease liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related right-of-use assets if the Company changes its assessment of either exercising an extension or a termination option. Lease liability and ROU asset have been separately presented in the Balance Sheet and lease payments have been classified as financing cash flows.
Company as a lessor
Leases can be classified as finance or operating leases. In making the assessment, certain indicators, such as whether the substantial risks and rewards of ownership of the underlying asset continue with the Company, and whether the contract is for a major part of the economic life of the asset, are considered.
Based on the aforementioned assessment, the time charter contracts for ships and hire contracts for vehicles of the company does not contain operating lease component for the purpose of Ind AS 116, 'Leases'-Refer Note No. 4.1.
3.23.Segment Reporting:
An operating segment is a component of the Company that engages in business activities from which it may earn revenues and incur expenses, whose operating results are regularly reviewed by the Company's Chief Operating Decision Maker ("CODM") to make decisions and for which discrete financial information is available. Operating segment is reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM).
Recent Accounting Developments :
Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") notifies new standards or amendments to the existing standards under Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules as issued from time to time.
In May 2025, MCA notified amendments to Ind AS 21, 'The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates', applicable
w.e.f. April 01, 2025. The Company has reviewed the amendment and based on its evaluation has determined that it does not have any significant impact in its standalone financial statements.
In August 2025, MCA notified the following amendments to :
1. Ind AS 1, 'Presentation of Financial Statements', applicable w.e.f. April 01, 2025 - The amendment relates to classification of liabilities as current or non-current and non-current liabilities with covenants. In the context of classifying a liability as current, it removes the requirement of existence of a right to defer settlement for at least 12 months after the reporting date and instead requires that the said right should exist on the reporting date and have substance. The amendment also introduces guidance on classification of liabilities with covenants. The Company has no impact of these amendments in its classification criteria of current and non-current liabilities.
2. Ind AS 7, 'Statement of Cash Flows' and Ind AS 107, 'Financial Instruments : Disclosures', applicable w.e.f. April 01, 2025 - The amendment in Ind AS 7 requires to inform users of financial statements of the existence of supplier finance arrangements and explain the nature of the arrangements, the carrying amount of liabilities and the range of payment due dates. Ind AS 107 has been amended to add supplier finance arrangements as a factor that may cause concentration of liquidity risk. The Company has reviewed the amendment and based on its evaluation has determined that it does not have any significant impact in its standalone financial statements.
3. I nd AS 12, 'Income Taxes'-International Tax Reform - Pillar Two Model Rules applicable immediately- The amendments provide a temporary mandatory relief from deferred tax accounting for top-up tax and disclose that they have applied the relief. The Company has reviewed the amendment and based on its evaluation has determined that it does not have any significant impact in its standalone financial statements.
Terms and Rights:
(i) The company has only one class of equity shares having a face value of '10/- per share. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The company declares and pays dividends in Indian Rupees. Interim dividend is paid as recommended by Board of Directors.
(ii) In the event of liquidation of the company, the holders of equity shares will be entitled to receive remaining assets of the company, after distribution of all preferential amounts. The distribution will be in proportion to the number of equity shares held by the shareholders.
(i) There are no shares reserved for issue under options and contracts or commitments for sale of shares.
(ii) On April 11, 2024, 1,00,000 Equity shares having face value of Rs 10 each were issued as initial subscription of money in lieu of the partners' capital on conversion of erstwhile Partnership Firm M/s Shreeji Shipping.
(iii) On September 09, 2024, 4654 Equity shares having face value of Rs 10 each and at premium of Rs 3,60,808 per share were issued in the form of right issue by capitalising the Director's Loan
(iv) On 12 September 2024 the Company capitalised Rs 1,46,51,56,000 from its securities-premium account and allotted 14,65,15,600 fully-paid equity shares of ? 10 each to existing shareholders in the ratio of 1,400 bonus shares for every 1 share held (1400 : 1). No consideration was received in cash
(v) There are no securities convertible into equity shares.
Nature and purpose of each reserve: -
Securities Premium Reserve - The amount received in excess of face value of the equity shares is recognised in Securities Premium Account. This Account is utilised in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act 2013.
Retained earnings - Retained Earnings are the profits that the company has earned till date, less any transfers to reserves and dividend distribution to shareholders.
The Board of Directors has paid interim dividend of '1 per equity share of '10/- each during the year. The outgo on this account was '162.92 Million ).
Other Comprehensive Income - Other Comprehensive Income consists of actuarial gains or losses arising from remeasurement of defined employee benefit plans. Remeasurement are not reclassified to profit & loss subsequently.
Tonnage Tax Reserve : Tonnage Tax Reserve is created as per the provisions of the Section 115VT of the Income Tax Act, 1961, whereby a minimum of 20% of book profits from the tonnage tax activities is to be utilized for acquiring new ships within 8 years.
Note on Borrowings:
i) Car loan from Lexus financial services
Secured vehicle loan of ?28.50 million sanctioned on 29 March 2023, carrying interest at 7.60% per annum (fixed). The loan was repayable in 25 equal monthly instalments of ?1.23 million each, commencing from 20 April 2023. The loan was fully repaid on 20 April 2025. The loan was secured by way of hypothecation of the Lexus LX 500D motor vehicle financed under the facility.As at the reporting date, no amount is outstanding under the above facility.
ii) Vehicle loan from Tata Motors Finance Limited
Secured vehicle loans aggregating to ?78.50 million, sanctioned on 28 March 2023 for financing the acquisition of 20 commercial trucks (?3.93 millions loan of each truck), carrying interest at a fixed rate of 8.66% per annum. The loans were repayable in 24 equal monthly instalments of ?0.18 per vehicle, commencing from 02 May 2023 and ending on 02 April 2025. The loans were secured by way of hypothecation of the respective financed vehicles. The loans have been fully repaid, and no amount is outstanding as at the reporting date.
iii) Vehicle loan from Indian bank
Secured vehicle loan of ?10.50 million, sanctioned on 27 June 2024, carrying interest at a fixed rate of 8.80% per annum. The loan is repayable in 24 equal monthly instalments of ?0.48 million each, commencing from 7 July 2024 and ending on 7 June 2026. The loan is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed vehicle.
iv) Term Loan - UCO Bank
Secured term loan of ?46.70 million sanctioned on 30 August 2025 for financing 5 Tata Hitachi Machines, comprising a loan of ?9.34 million per machine, carrying interest at a overnight MCLR rate of 1 year with monthly rests. The loan is repayable in 24 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 30 September 2025 and ending on 30 August 2027, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed machines.
v) Vehicle Loan from Indian Bank
Secured vehicle loan of ?23.50 million sanctioned on 02 April 2025 for financing 1 Range Rover vechile, carrying interest at a fixed rate of 8.55% p.a. The loan is repayable in 27 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 9 May 2025 and ending on 9 July 2027, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed vehicle.
vi) Term Loan from Axis Bank Limited
Secured term loan of ?31.50 million sanctioned on 7 January 2026 for financing 3 Tata Hitachi Machines, comprising a loan of ?10.50 million per machine, carrying interest at a fixed rate of 7.75% p.a. The loan is repayable in 37 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 5 February 2026 and ending on 5 February 2029, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed machines.
vii) Term Loan from Caterpillar Financial Services India Private Limited
Secured term loan of ?39.29 million sanctioned on 17th December 2025 for financing 5 Loaders, comprising a loan of ?7.86 million per loader (approx.), carrying interest at a fixed rate of 7.65% p.a. The loan is repayable in 48 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 15 January 2026 and ending on 15 December 2029, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed loaders.
viii) Term Loan from HDFC Bank Limited
Secured term loan of ?500.00 million sanctioned on 07 January 2026 for financing 5 Barges, including four (4) under construction and carrying interest at a floating rate linked to one month repo rate The loan is repayable in thirty-six (36) equal installments after a moratorium of three (3) months, with first payment commencing from 01 January 2026, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed barges. As at the balance sheet date, amounts paid towards the four (4) barges under construction, aggregating ? 397.44 million paid out of the said loan, have been included in the "Capital Advances" under Other Non-Current Assets,
ix) Term Loan from Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited
Secured term loan of ?500.00 million sanctioned on 05 November 2025 financed against two (2) Floating Cranes, two (2) tugs, one (1) Mini bulk carrier as primary security and thirty (30) shore-handling equipments as collateral security, carrying interest at a floating rate linked with 3 month repo rate. The loan is repayable in 48 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 01 January 2026.
Note on Borrowings:
i) In respect of working capital loans, quarterly returns or statements of current assets filed by the Company with banks, are in agreement with the books of account, except for the following items which are reported differently for the reasons stated below :-
- Steel procured for dry-docking, which is reported as stock of steel in the quarterly statements filed with the bank, due to pending completion of the dry-docking activity, whereas in the books of account it is capitalised as Capital Work-in-Progress in accordance with recognition criteria prescribed under Ind AS 16.
- Trade receivables from one of the customers, which have been offset against the corresponding trade payable due to the said customer as part of the financial statement closing process, resulting in a lower amount of trade receivables in the audited books of account as compared to the amount reported in the quarterly statement filed with the bank, wherein such receivable and payable were reflected on a gross basis, and certain other changes in the value of trade receivables arising upon completion of quarterly financial statement closing activities subsequent to submission of provisional quarterly statements to the bank.
- Trade receivables and trade payables pertaining to group entities, which, in accordance with the terms of the sanction letter, are required to be excluded from the quarterly statements submitted to the banks, whereas such balances are included in the books of account.
ii) Cash credit facility taken from Kotak bank of Rs ?1,000.00 millions (including ?800.00 millions as sub-limit of CC). It is primarly secured against hypothecation of all current assets of the company and is collaterally secured against hypothecation of immovable property having postal address Shop no 1 to 7, FF, and Shop No 1 to 7, U, GF, Croma, Shreeji, Opp. ICICI Bank, Indira Marg, Jamnagar- 361001 which is in the name of Krishnaraj Buildcon Private Limited. There is personal guarantee of Mr. Jitendra Haridas Lal(Joint Managing Director) and Mr. Ashokkumar Haridas Lal(Chairman & Managing Director).
iii) Term Loan from HDFC Bank Limited
Secured term loan of ?20.95 million sanctioned on 13th November 2025 for financing 2 Tata Hitachi Machines, comprising a loan of ?10.47 million per machine, carrying interest at a fixed rate of 8.78% p.a. The loan is repayable in 11 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 10th December 2025 and ending on 10th October 2026, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed machines.
iv) Term Loan from HDFC Bank Limited
Secured term loan of ?20.95 million sanctioned on 24th November 2025 for financing 2 Tata Hitachi Machines, comprising a loan of ?10.47 million per machine, carrying interest at a fixed rate of 8.78% p.a. The loan is repayable in 11 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 20th December 2025 and ending on 20th October 2026, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed machines.
v) Term Loan from HDFC Bank Limited
Secured term loan of ?10.47 million sanctioned on 01st December 2025 for financing 1 Tata Hitachi Machine, carrying interest at a fixed rate of 8.78% p.a. The loan is repayable in 11 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 05th January 2026 and ending on 05th November 2026, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed machine.
(vi) Term Loan from HDFC Bank Limited
Secured term loan of ?25.93 million sanctioned for financing 1 SANY Machine, sanctioned on 24 September 2025 carrying interest at a fixed rate of 8.76% p.a. The loan is repayable in 11 equal monthly instalments, commencing from 20 October 2025 and ending on 20 August 2026, and is secured by way of hypothecation of the financed machine.
(vii) Loan from Related Parties and others represent interest bearing loans received by the Company, which has been obtained for business purposes and repayable on demand with rate of interest ranging from 6.30% to 12%.
General Description of Defined Contribution Plans
Contributions are made to provident fund (including Seamen's Provident Fund), Labour Welfare Fund and Employees' State Insurance in India for the employees of the Company in accordance with the applicable regulations. The Company's contributions are made to registered funds administered by the Government of India or other applicable authorities. The Company's obligation is limited to the amount of contributions required to be made to the respective funds, and the Company has no further contractual or constructive obligation in respect of such plans.
In respect of the crew employed on board on the Company's vessels, contributions towards Provident Fund are made to the Seamen's Provident Fund in accordance with the National Maritime Board Agreement, which is binding on the Company.
B Defined Benefit Plans - As per actuarial valuation Gratuity:
The Company has a defined benefit gratuity plan. The amount of gratuity payable on retirement/termination is determined in accordance with the applicable labour law regulations. These benefits are unfunded.
The present value of obligation is determined based on actuarial valuation using the projected unit credit method, which recognise each period of service as giving rise to additional employee benefit entitlement and measures each unit separately to build up the final obligation.
The principal actuarial assumptions used in determining gratuity obligation for the Company's plans are shown below:
Discount rate: The discount rate is based on the prevailing market yields of Indian government securities as at the balance sheet date for the estimated term of the obligations.
Salary escalation rate: The estimates of future salary increases considered take into account inflation, seniority, promotion and other relevant factors.
Attrition rate: Represents the Company's best estimate of employee turnover in future (other than on account of retirement, death or disablement) determined considering various factors such as nature of business, retention policy, industry factors, past experience, etc
i) The Government has notified and brought into force substantial provisions of the Code on Social Security, 2020 ('Social Security Code'); the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020; the Industrial Relations Code, 2020 and the Code on Wages, 2019 (collectively, the "Labour Codes") on November 21, 2025, which consolidate, subsume, amend and replace numerous existing Central labour legislations. The Government had approved the Code on Social Security, 2020, which will impact the Company's employee benefit obligations.
The Ministry of Labour and Employment had earlier released draft rules for the Code on November 13, 2020. Subsequently, on November 21,2025, the Government has notified and brought into force substantial provisions of the Labour Codes. However, certain specific rules and corresponding State-level notifications are yet to be notified.
Based on the evaluation carried out by the management, and having regard to the provisions notified till date, the company has assessed the implications of the Labour Codes in accordance with Ind AS 19 - Employee Benefits and the FAQs on key accounting implications arising from the New Labour Codes issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India ('ICAI'). Accordingly, the company has concluded that the implementation of the notified provisions of the Labour Codes may not have any material impact on its employee benefit obligations as at and for the year ended March 31,2026. The company is further in the process of evaluating the impact of these Labour Codes changes.
36 SEGMENT REPORTING
Identification of Reportable Segments:
Segments are identified in line with Indian Accounting Standard (Ind AS) 108 "Operating Segments", taking into consideration the internal organisation and management structure as well as the differential risk and returns of each of the segments. The Company's chief operating decision maker (CODM) has identified one business segment viz. Shipping & Logistics Services.
During the year, the Company has also undertaken transactions relating to purchase and sale of engines. Though such activity is not in the nature of the Company's regular business operations, the same has been disclosed separately under segment information considering the distinct nature of the activity and materiality of the transactions during the year.
Operations of the Company are managed from different locations each of these locations are aggregated based on exchange control regulations; and the underlying currency risk. Accordingly, the following have been identified as operating and reportable segments: (a) "Within India", and (b) "Outside India" In presenting geographic information, segment revenue has been based on the location of the customer and segment assets are based on geographical location of assets.
The Company is a financial partner in its joint venture entity, M/s Shreeji Nuravi Chuperbhita Simlong Mines Private Limited ("JV"). The financial obligations of the JV shall be endeavored to be fulfilled by the Company in case the same are not met by the JV, pursuant to the contractual arrangements governing the joint venture.
As part of the contractual requirements of the joint venture, each of the joint venture partners, including the Company, has provided an additional performance bank guarantee of '47.82 million in respect of the obligations of the JV.
Further, the JV has provided a performance guarantee, which is backed by lien on fixed deposits of the Company amounting to '926.6 million.
#The company Shreeji Tisha Martime Private Limited a subsidiary of Shreeji Shipping Global Limited was incorporated on 25.03.2026. The Company shall remit the investment amount upon completion of the requisite banking formalities by the subsidiary company
*The amount includes interest demand under section 220(2) of the Income-tax Act, 1961; however, it does not include any interest charged on such interest demand.
***The Company was in the process of finalizing long term vessel charter-cum-sale agreements in August 2025 in respect of five vessels. During the process differences arose with the potential counterparty. Legal disputes have arisen in relation to the said prospective agreements, and an admiralty suit has been filed by the potential counterparty before the Hon'ble Gujarat High Court claiming damages for breach, including alleged loss of profits. The original claim as filed amounts to '1,182.09 million. The plaintiff has subsequently sought to revise the claim to '6,289.27 million. However the claim including revision thereof is sub-judice and no adjudication on merits or quantum has taken place as at the reporting date. Based on legal advice and management assessment, no provision has been recognised, and the matter has been disclosed as a contingent liability. By an order dated 24th December 2025, the Hon'ble Gujarat High Court has ordered arrest of vessels in accordance with the provisions of the Admiralty Act to secure the claim of the potential counterparty. The Company has furnished security in the form of bank guarantees amounting to '471.55 million for release of two of the five vessels and have initiated proceedings for reduction in the requirement in value of security and vacation of the order of arrest of remaining three vessels.
ADoes not include corporate guarantees given to related parties that meet the definition of financial guarantee contracts and are recognised in accordance with Ind AS 109, Financial Instruments.
It is not practicable for the Company to estimate the timings of cash outflows, if any, in respect of the above pending resolution of the respective
proceedings as it is determinable only on receipt of judgements/decisions pending with various forums/authorities
Nature of CSR Activities
The CSR activities were undertaken through Kedar Lal (Kedar Jitendra Lal) Foundation and Shree Haridas Jivandas Charitable Trust. The principal areas of CSR activities undertaken through these trusts are as follows:
Healthcare: Promoting healthcare initiatives and supporting programmes intended to improve the health and well-being of communities in and around the areas of the Company's operations, including medical camps and blood donation drives
Environment Sustainability: Undertaking plantation drives and other environmental conservation initiatives aimed at promoting ecological balance, increasing green cover, and creating environmental awareness.
Sports Promotion: Organising sports activities and events to encourage physical fitness, promote sportsmanship, and support the holistic development of children and youth in the communities surrounding the Company's areas of operation.
*The Company was incorporated on 11 April2024 pursuant to conversion from a partnership firm. Since the previous year was the first financial year of the incorporation of the Company, the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 relating to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) were not applicable for the year ended 31 March 2025.
43 FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENT HIERARCHY
All financial assets and liabilities are categorised under a Amortised Cost / Cost, hence there are no fair value adjustments and therefore hierarchy table not applicable.
44 FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT
The Company has exposure to the following risks arising from financial instruments:
- Credit risk;
- Liquidity risk; and
- Market risk
i) Credit risk:
Credit Risk is the risk that the counter party will not meet its obligation under a financial instrument or customer contract, leading to a financial loss. The Company is exposed to credit risk primarily from trade receivables arising from services rendered, loans, bank balances and other financial assets.
As the Company does not hold any collateral, the maximum exposure to credit risk for each class of financial instruments is the carrying amount of that class of financial instruments presented on the statement of financial position.
Trade receivables
The Company's exposure to credit risk is primarily influenced by the individual characteristics of each customer, including the customer's credit profile, geographical location and the economic environment in which the customer operates. Trade receivables comprise amounts due from a large number of customers thereby limiting concentration of credit risk.
The Company manages customer credit risk through established policies, procedures and controls for credit risk management. The creditworthiness of customers is assessed based on, inter alia, their credit profile and individual credit limits determined in accordance with the Company's credit risk management policy. Outstanding trade receivables are regularly monitored.
For details of expected credit loss allowance in respect of trade receivables based on their ageing, refer to Note No. 9. Cash and Cash Equivalents
Credit risk from balances with banks is managed by the Company's Finance department team in accordance with the Company's policy. The limits are set to minimize the concentration of risks and therefore mitigate financial loss through counter party's potential failure to make payments. Credit limits of all authorities are reviewed by the management on regular basis. All balances with banks is subject to low credit risk due to good credit ratings assigned to the Company.
The Company's maximum exposure to credit risk for the Cash & Cash Equivalents components of the balance sheet at March 31,2026 and March 31,2025 is the carrying amounts as illustrated in the Balance Sheet.
Other Financial Assets
Other financial assets mainly comprises of investments, security deposits, loans to employees & other receivables. Credit risk arising from these financial asset is limited.
Financial guarantee contracts
The Company has issued corporate guarantees on behalf of certain related parties in respect of their financial obligations. Such guarantees expose the Company to credit risk arising from the possibility that the guaranteed entity may fail to meet its contractual obligations and the Company may be required to make payments under the guarantee.
The Company manages such credit risk by monitoring the financial position, operating performance and repayment obligations of the entities whose obligations are guaranteed. The Company also monitors the underlying borrowings and other relevant information relating to the guaranteed entities to identify any indications of deterioration in their credit quality.
The financial guarantee liability is recognised at the higher of the amount of loss allowance determined in accordance with the expected credit loss requirements of Ind AS 109 and the amount initially recognised less, where appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognised in accordance with Ind AS 115.
I n determining the loss allowance, the Company considers the probability of default of the guaranteed entity, the extent of exposure under the guarantee, the expected amount and timing of any payment that may be required under the guarantee and the availability and realisable value of any collateral or other credit enhancements. The Company reassesses the financial guarantee liability at each reporting date based on the latest available information and changes in the credit risk of the guaranteed entities.
ii) Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that the company will encounter difficulty in meeting the obligations associated with its financial liabilities that are settled by delivering cash or another financial asset. The objective of liquidity risk management is to maintain sufficient liquidity and ensure that funds are available for use as per requirements. The company manages liquidity risk by maintaining adequate reserves, banking facilities and reserve borrowing facilities, by continuously monitoring forecast and actual cash flows, and by matching the maturity profiles of financial assets and liabilities.
iii) Market Risk
Market risk is the risk that the fair value of future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market prices. Market risks comprises three types of risk: currency rate risk, interest rate risk and other price risks, such as equity price risk and commodity price risk. Financial instruments affected by market risks include loans and borrowings, deposits, and foreign currency receivables and payables.
Foreign Currency Risk Management
Foreign currency risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in foreign exchange rates. The Company's exposure to the risk of changes in foreign exchange rates relates primarily to the Company's operating activities (when revenue, expense or capital expenditure is denominated in foreign currency). Foreign currency exchange rate exposure is partly balanced by purchasing of goods from the respective countries. The Company evaluates exchange rate exposure arising from foreign currency transactions and follows established risk management policies.
Sensitivity Analysis:-
A 5% strengthening/weakening of Indian Rupee against key currencies to which the Company is exposed, with all other variables being held constant, would have led to approximately a gain/loss of '12.61 Millions (Previous Year : '14.26 Millions) in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest rates. The Company's exposure to the risk of changes in market interest rates relates primarily to the Company's borrowings with floating interest rates.
Sensitivity Analysis:-
The sensitivity analysis has been determined based on the exposure to interest rates for unhedged floating rate liabilities. A 1% decrease in interest rates and other variables held constant, would have led to approximately gain of '18.24 Millions (Previous Year : '24.31 Millions) in the Statement of Profit and Loss. A 1% increase in interest rate would have led to an equal but opposite effect.
Commodity rate risk
The company's operational contracts incorporate a commodity escalation/de-escalation clause, which allows the adjustment of contract pricing based on changes in commodity prices. This contractual mechanism helps recover increases in commodity costs from customers or reduce costs when prices decline, thereby stabilizing revenue and profit margins despite commodity price volatility.
A dedicated team within the company continuously monitors commodity price movements, particularly diesel rates, to anticipate and respond to market trends effectively. This proactive approach enables timely pricing adjustments and operational decisions.
45 CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
The Company's Capital Management objectives are:
- to ensure the Company's ability to continue as a going concern; and
- to provide an adequate return to shareholders through optimisation of debts and equity balance.
For the purpose of the Company's Capital Management, debt includes long term borrowings and short term borrowings and equity includes issued equity share capital, share premium and all other equity.
47 During the year ended March 31, 2026, the Company has completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) of 1,62,98,000 equity shares with a face value of '10 each at an issue price of '252 per share. The Company's equity shares were listed on the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited (BSE) on August 26, 2025.
Unutilised IPO proceeds as at March 31,2026 are temporarily invested in deposits as permitted under applicable regulations and disclosed in the Prospectus.
The amount allocated towards General Corporate Purpose ("GCP") i.e., '953.64 million, as disclosed in the Offer Document, was duly utilised during F.Y. 2025-26. Subsequently, during the year, the Issue Expenses were reduced by '3.37 million due to revision and, accordingly, the allocation towards GCP was also revised upwards to '957.01 million.
48 OTHER STATUTORY INFORMATION
i) The Company do not hold any benami property and no proceedings have been initiated or pending against the Companyfor holding any benami property under the Benami Transactions (Prohibitions) Act, 1988 (45 of 1988) and Rules made thereunder.
ii) The Company has not been declared as a 'Wilful Defaulter' by any bank or financial institution (as defined under the Companies Act, 2013) or consortium thereof, in accordance with the guidelines on wilful defaulters issued by the Reserve Bank of India.
iii) The Company do not have any transactions with struck-off companies under Section 248 of the Companies Act, 2013 or Section 560 of the Companies Act, 1956.
iv) The Company does not have any charge which is yet to be registered/satisfied with ROC beyond the statutory period
v) The Company have not advanced or loaned or invested funds to any other person(s) or entity(ies), including foreign entities (Intermediaries) with the understanding that the Intermediary shall:
(a) directly or indirectly lend or invest in other persons or entities identified in any manner whatsoever by or on behalf of the Company (Ultimate Beneficiaries) or
(b) provide any guarantee, security or the like to or on behalf of the Ultimate Beneficiaries
vi) The Company have not received any fund from any person(s) or entity(ies), including foreign entities (Funding Party) with the understanding (whether recorded in writing or otherwise) that the Company shall:
(a) directly or indirectly lend or invest in other persons or entities identified in any manner whatsoever by or on behalf of the Funding Party(Ultimate Beneficiaries) Or
(b) provide any guarantee, security or the like on behalf of the Ultimate Beneficiaries,
vii) The Company has not undertaken any transaction which is not recorded in the books of accounts that has been surrendered or disclosed as income during the year in the tax assessments under the Income Tax Act, 1961 (such as, search or survey or any other relevant provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961).
viii) The Company have not traded or invested in Crypto currency or Virtual Currency during the financial year.
ix) The company has used the borrowings from banks and fianancial institutions for the specific purpose for which they were obtained
x) The company has complied with the number of layers prescribed under clause (87) of section 2 of the Act read with Companies (Restriction on number of Layers) Rules, 2017.
xi) The Company has used accounting software systems for maintaining its books of account for the financial year ended March 31,2025. These systems have a feature for recording an audit trail (edit log), and the same has operated throughout the year for all relevant transactions recorded in the software system.
Further, no instance of tampering with the audit trail feature was noted, and the audit trail has been preserved by the Company in accordance with statutory requirements for record retention, with respect to accounting software systems, for the period for which the audit trail feature was operating.
(xii) Previous year figures have been regrouped/reclassified wherever necessary.
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