Solar Industries releases Omnia acquisition call transcript with FY28 outlook
- Solar Industries released the transcript of its Sep 15, 2026 call on the Omnia Holdings acquisition
- Management projects consolidated FY28 revenue of ₹31,000-32,000 crore and EBITDA of ₹6,800-7,000 crore
- The all-cash deal will be funded via debt and internal accruals, with no equity dilution planned
- Net debt to EBITDA is expected to remain below 2x by FY28
- Acquisition expands global distribution to 100+ countries and manufacturing to 25 countries

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Solar Industries India Limited has made the full transcript of its investor conference call available. The session, held on September 15, 2026, focused on the proposed acquisition of Omnia Holdings Limited by Solar SA Investments Proprietary Limited.
The company issued the intimation to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited on September 17, 2026. The transcript is accessible via the company’s website.
Call Details
The conference call was hosted by ICICI Securities Limited on September 15, 2026, at 10:30 am IST. Investors participated via universal or toll-free numbers provided by the host.
| Region | Access Number |
|---|---|
| Universal | +91 22 6280 1144 / +91 22 7115 8045 |
| Singapore | 8001012045 |
| Hong Kong | 800964448 |
| UK | 08081011573 |
| USA | 18667462133 |
Management Participation
Key executives from Solar Industries participated in the discussion. The management team included:
- Manish Nuwal, Managing Director & CEO
- Suresh Menon, Executive Director
- Milind Deshmukh, Executive Director
- Moneesh Agarwal, Joint CFO
- Shalinee Mandhana, Joint CFO
Strategic Rationale and Financial Outlook
Management highlighted that the acquisition aims to create an integrated global platform for commercial explosives and blasting solutions. The deal is expected to significantly expand operations across Africa and other international markets.
Key Financial Projections
During the call, management outlined projected consolidated figures for FY28:
| Metric | Projected Value (FY28) |
|---|---|
| Consolidated Revenue | ₹31,000 crore – ₹32,000 crore |
| Consolidated EBITDA | ₹6,800 crore – ₹7,000 crore |
| Net Debt to EBITDA | Lower than 2x |
| Interest Cost | ₹1,000 crore – ₹1,100 crore |
Solar Industries currently projects revenue of around ₹14,000 crore for the current fiscal year. Management indicated that adding 17% to 20% growth would bring Solar’s standalone revenue to approximately ₹16,500 crore in FY28. Omnia’s top line was reported at ₹13,300 crore last year, with projections of ₹15,000 crore plus for FY28.
Funding and Synergies
The acquisition is structured as an all-cash deal. Management stated no equity issuance is planned. Instead, the transaction will be funded through internal accruals and debt, primarily leveraged at the acquired entity level using Omnia’s balance sheet cash surplus.
Synergies are expected to arise from vertical integration, particularly in ammonium nitrate production. Omnia’s manufacturing facilities will support Solar’s explosives value chain, enhancing supply security and cost competitiveness. The combined entity aims to expand its distribution presence from 90 countries to over 100, and manufacturing footprint from 11 countries to 25.
Regulatory Disclosure
The intimation regarding the transcript was issued pursuant to Regulation 30 and Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Khushboo Pasari, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, signed the disclosure.
Historical Stock Returns for Solar Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.51% | -0.92% | -10.87% | +36.77% | +42.14% | +684.46% |
How will the integration of Omnia's ammonium nitrate facilities impact Solar Industries' cost structure and margin stability in the face of volatile raw material prices?
What specific regulatory or geopolitical risks could delay the expansion of the combined entity's manufacturing footprint from 11 to 25 countries?
Given the reliance on debt funding and Omnia's balance sheet surplus, how might rising global interest rates affect the projected net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of less than 2x by FY28?


































