Atam Valves Limited has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the API Spec Q1, 10th Edition Certificate of Registration from the American Petroleum Institute (API). The company formally announced this achievement through a press release dated May 1, 2026, marking its transition into a more structured, compliance-driven organisation capable of serving the most demanding end-markets in the global oil and gas value chain.

Certification Details and Scope

The certificate bears Registration Number Q1-5561 and covers the Design, Manufacture and Supply of Gate Valves, Ball Valves, Check Valves and Globe Valves for the Petroleum and Natural Gas Industry. API Spec Q1 is widely regarded as one of the most rigorous quality frameworks in the global oil and gas supply chain, going substantially beyond the requirements of ISO 9001 in its emphasis on risk management, product realisation, and documented manufacturing controls.

Strategic Benefits and Market Opportunities

The certification opens several strategic advantages for Atam Valves Limited. The company can now pursue margin-accretive product mix as API-grade and engineered valves command structurally higher realisations than standard industrial valves, supporting a gradual improvement in operating margins as this product line scales.

Key strategic benefits include:

• Enhanced Product Portfolio: The company plans to develop and qualify valves up to 70 inches and in higher-pressure classes suited to critical service applications
• WCB Valve Segment Expansion: Active scaling of dedicated WCB (carbon steel) valve production line covering Ball, Gate, Globe and Check Valves as a priority growth segment
• New Market Access: Positioning to engage with leading oil & gas companies, EPC contractors and international clients, with particular focus on the Middle East and Africa as high-growth target geographies

Manufacturing Infrastructure Enhancement

With this development, the company has enhanced its manufacturing capabilities through advanced CNC machining, testing infrastructure, and robust traceability systems. These improvements enable Atam Valves to meet stringent industry requirements for critical applications in the petroleum and natural gas sector.

Management Commentary

Mr. Amit Jain, Managing Director at Atam Valves Ltd, commented on the achievement: "This certification has been a long time coming, and the company went through rigorous multi-stage audits, faced observations and rejections that required us to go back, rebuild our systems and re-present ourselves to the API. Each time, we chose to do the work correctly rather than cut corners. The certification itself is only the beginning. Our journey has just begun! This certification marks our transition into a more structured, compliance-driven organization, enabling us to deliver reliable and globally accepted solutions for the oil & gas sector. We are committed to each of those steps with the same perseverance."

Company Background

Atam Valves Limited, established in 1985, is a leading manufacturer of industrial and plumbing valves and fittings, catering to various industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and HVAC. The company produces a wide range of valves, including Gate, Globe, and Ball, designed to withstand extreme temperatures (-192°C to 550°C) and high pressures (up to 10,000 psi). With a dedicated team of 500 and three specialized foundry shops, Atam Valves efficiently manages large and custom orders. The company was listed on the BSE SME platform in October 2020 and migrated to the Mainboard of BSE and NSE in May 2023.

ATAM Valves Limited has filed its mandatory regulatory certificate under SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The submission was made to both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited on April 06, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance Certificate

The certificate was submitted pursuant to Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Natisha Choudhary signed the submission letter, ensuring compliance with the mandatory quarterly reporting requirements.

Certificate Details and Findings

Bigshare Services Private Limited, serving as the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, issued the certificate confirming specific findings for the quarter. The registrar confirmed that Regulation 74(5) is not applicable to ATAM Valves Limited during this period.

The certificate highlighted two key findings:

• The entire holding of the company's shares remains in dematerialized form
• No requests were received from shareholders for rematerialisation or dematerialisation during the quarter

Complete Digital Holdings Status

The regulatory filing demonstrates that ATAM Valves maintains complete digital securities holding among its shareholder base. This status indicates strong adoption of electronic trading and holding systems by the company's investors.

The certificate was authorized by Akash Shamal, Authorised Signatory of Bigshare Services Private Limited, and submitted to stock exchanges for record-keeping purposes. This quarterly compliance ensures transparency in the company's securities holding structure and adherence to SEBI's depositories regulations.