Astra Microwave demerges space business into Astra Space
Astra Microwave Products approved the demerger of its Space, Meteorology, and Hydrology business into Astra Space Technologies Private Limited. The 1:1 share exchange involves no cash consideration, with the new entity listing on BSE and NSE. The demerged unit reported a turnover of ₹157 Crores for FY26.

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Astra Microwave Products has approved a Scheme of Arrangement to demerge its Space, Meteorology, and Hydrology business into its wholly owned subsidiary, Astra Space Technologies Private Limited. The Board of Directors approved the scheme on June 10, 2026, based on the recommendations of the Independent Directors Committee and Audit Committee. This strategic move aims to unlock value by creating two sector-focused entities, enhancing operational focus and attracting sector-specific investors.
Scheme Details
The demerger involves transferring the Space, Meteorology, and Hydrology Undertaking on a going concern basis. Astra Space Technologies Private Limited will issue shares to the eligible shareholders of Astra Microwave Products. The transaction is structured as a share exchange without any cash consideration.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Parent Company | Astra Microwave Products Limited |
| Resulting Company | Astra Space Technologies Private Limited |
| Business Demerged | Space, Meteorology, and Hydrology |
| Share Entitlement Ratio | 1:1 (1 share of ₹2 for every 1 share of ₹2 held) |
| CIN of Resulting Company | U30304TS2024PTC182267 |
Financial and Operational Impact
The turnover of the demerged undertaking for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, was approximately ₹157 Crores, representing 13.58% of the total turnover of Astra Microwave Products. The company stated that the distinct industry characteristics and risk profile of the Space, Meteorology, and Hydrology business necessitate a differentiated growth strategy. Upon the effectiveness of the scheme, the shareholding of the resulting company will mirror that of the demerged company.
Shareholding Pattern
Astra Space Technologies is currently a wholly owned subsidiary. Post-demerger, its shareholding pattern will reflect the public listing of the new entity.
| Shareholder Category | Pre-Scheme (%) | Post-Scheme (Indicative) (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Promoters | 100.00 | 6.45 |
| Public | 0.00 | 93.55 |
| Total | 100.00 | 100.00 |
Regulatory Approvals
The scheme is subject to approvals from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), BSE Limited, and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The shares issued under the scheme will be listed on both BSE and NSE upon receipt of requisite approvals.
Source: https://lodr-files.dhan.co/lodr-inputs/Company/INE386C01029/6130c05f-3f0f-4a01-847d-b9644f936f0f.pdf
Historical Stock Returns for Astra Microwave Products
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.40% | +4.80% | +27.18% | +59.65% | +23.97% | +746.56% |
How will the demerger impact Astra Microwave Products' ability to secure defense contracts given the separation of its space and meteorology capabilities?
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