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Lloyds Engineering Works Limited shareholders gave strong approval for leadership changes and continued use of rights issue funds at their Extra Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) on March 27, 2026. The meeting saw key resolutions pass with substantial majority support from the 421,580 shareholders on record.
The board composition was strengthened with the appointment of Mr. Vinay Kumar Tripathi and Mr. Apurva Chandra as Independent Directors, and Mr. Balasubramaniam Prabhakaran as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director. Mr. Kishor Kumar Mohanlal Pradhan was also reappointed as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a second term.
Shareholders also granted a significant mandate for the company to continue utilizing unutilized rights issue proceeds beyond the March 31, 2026, deadline for its original project objectives. This approval received overwhelming support, exceeding 99.99% of the votes.
The company, formerly known as Lloyds Steels Industries Limited, is a key player in heavy engineering for sectors including hydrocarbon, steel, and power. In May-June 2025, it raised approximately ₹987.26 crore through a rights issue aimed at upgrading manufacturing facilities and integrating acquisitions such as Techno Industries. Lloyds Engineering Works has consistently reported adherence to these planned project objectives.
The EGM resolutions are vital for reinforcing governance and ensuring funding continuity for ongoing projects. The appointments are expected to enhance strategic oversight, while the extended fund utilization provides project clarity and supports the company's growth path.
Votes on the resolutions showed high levels of shareholder agreement:
- Mr. Vinay Kumar Tripathi (Independent Director): 99.70%
- Mr. Apurva Chandra (Independent Director): 99.59%
- Mr. Balasubramaniam Prabhakaran (Non-Executive Non-Independent Director): 99.69%
- Mr. Kishor Kumar Mohanlal Pradhan (Non-Executive Independent Director): 96.86%
- Utilisation of Unutilised Rights Issue Proceeds: 99.99%
Lloyds Engineering Works operates within the heavy engineering and industrial machinery sector. Its competitors include established firms like Cummins India Ltd., Thermax Limited, and ISGEC Heavy Engineering Ltd., all focusing on industrial solutions and capital equipment.