Sterling Tools Limited has formalized its strategic partnership with Nanjing Haohang Technology Co., Ltd., China through a technical collaboration agreement and supply agreement for Advanced Rider Assistance Systems (ARAS). The company disclosed this development through a regulatory filing under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations.

Agreement Structure

The collaboration encompasses both technical collaboration and supply agreements aimed at localizing engineering, system adaptation, manufacturing and sales of advanced rider assistance systems specifically suited for the Indian two-wheeler market. This comprehensive approach ensures complete technology transfer and market adaptation.

Regulatory Compliance

Sterling Tools filed the disclosure on April 27, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The agreement is classified as an international collaboration with no related party transactions involved. Company Secretary Pragya Saxena signed the regulatory filing confirming compliance with all disclosure requirements.

Strategic Rationale

The technical collaboration agreement aims to enable Advanced Rider Assistance System (ARAS) capabilities specifically designed for the Indian two-wheeler market. The partnership leverages Nanjing Haohang Technology's expertise while establishing local engineering capabilities to adapt systems for Indian driving environments and regulatory requirements.

Market Positioning

This formalized partnership positions Sterling Tools to capitalize on the growing demand for safety technology in India's two-wheeler segment. The focus on localization ensures that the advanced rider assistance systems will be tailored to meet specific Indian market conditions, driving environments, and regulatory standards.

Sterling Tools Limited has announced the reopening of a special window for transfer and dematerialisation of physical securities, providing shareholders with a one-year opportunity to process their transfer requests that were previously rejected or unattended.

Special Window Details

Following SEBI circular No. HO/38/13/11(2)2026-MIRSDPOD//3750/2026 dated January 30, 2026, the company has opened this facility from February 5, 2026 to February 4, 2027. The special window is designed to address transfer requests for physical securities that were sold or purchased prior to April 1, 2019.

Eligibility Criteria

The facility is available to shareholders who meet specific conditions regarding their physical securities transactions. The company has provided a detailed matrix to help shareholders understand their eligibility:

Processing Requirements

All transfers processed under this special window will be handled exclusively in demat mode and credited to the transferee's demat account. The transferred shares will be subject to a lock-in period of one year from the date of registration of transfer, during which they cannot be transferred, lien-marked, or pledged.

Public Notice and Communication

The company published notices on April 14, 2026 in Financial Express (English edition) and Jansatta (Hindi Edition) newspapers to inform stakeholders about this facility. This follows the company's earlier intimation dated February 20, 2026, ensuring comprehensive communication to all shareholders.

Contact Information

Eligible shareholders can contact the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, MAS Services Limited, located at T-34, 2nd Floor, Okhla Industrial Area Phase - II, New Delhi - 110 020. Additional information and the SEBI circular are available on the company's website at www.stlfasteners.com under the "Investors section."

For queries or assistance, shareholders may email the RTA at investor@masserv.com or contact the company directly at csec@stlfasteners.com .