JK Lakshmi Cement Merges UCWL to Strengthen Market Presence and Streamline Operations
• Strategic move aims to
consolidate operations and unlock long-term stakeholder value
• Mr. Shrivats Singhania to
join JK Lakshmi Cement’s Board in a new leadership role
JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd., one
of India’s leading cement manufacturers and a part of the prestigious JK
Organisation, has announced the merger of its subsidiary, Udaipur Cement Works
Limited (UCWL), with itself, further strengthening its footprint in the Indian
cement sector.
The merger, approved by the
Boards of Directors of both companies, is aimed at simplifying the group
structure, enhancing operational efficiencies, and realising long-term
synergies. The consolidation will enable optimal utilisation of resources,
improved logistics and supply chain management, and a unified approach to
customer and market engagement.
Commenting on the
development, Ms. Vinita Singhania,
Chairperson and Managing Director, JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd., said, "
This merger marks a significant milestone in our growth journey. It is aligned
with our long-term vision of building a stronger, more agile, and future-ready
organisation. The combined entity will be better positioned to serve our
customers, enhance shareholder value, and drive sustainable growth across
markets."
Highlighting the
operational and strategic advantages of the merger, Mr. Arun Shukla, President and Director, JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd.,
added, “The merger of Udaipur Cement Works with JK Lakshmi Cement is a
well-calibrated strategic step towards creating a more streamlined and
resilient organisation. This consolidation is expected to bring in substantial
operational synergies, reduce overlaps, and enhance our agility in responding
to market needs. It positions us well to accelerate growth, foster innovation,
and deepen our engagement with customers and stakeholders.”
As part of the
reorganisation, Mr. Shrivats Singhania,
who previously served as Director and CEO of Udaipur Cement Works Limited,
will now assume the role of Deputy
Managing Director at JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd., reflecting the expanded scope
of his leadership in the unified structure. He added that, “This merger
represents a natural progression in our journey to build a stronger, more
cohesive organisation. Having led Udaipur Cement Works through a significant
phase of growth and transformation, I am excited to take on this expanded role
at JK Lakshmi Cement. Together, we will leverage our combined strengths to
drive innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth across our
markets.”
The merger will enable JK
Lakshmi Cement Ltd. to operate with greater efficiency, eliminate redundancies,
and maximise its resource potential, while also unlocking significant economies
of scale across manufacturing and distribution. With UCWL’s state-of-the-art
cement plant in Udaipur, Rajasthan already a wholly owned subsidiary the
integration further strengthens the company’s ability to innovate, scale
sustainably, and maintain a competitive edge in a dynamic market landscape.