Petronet LNG Limited has announced the opening of a special window for transfer and dematerialisation of physical shares, providing shareholders with an opportunity to convert their physical securities to electronic format. The initiative addresses regulatory requirements and aims to enhance investor convenience and security.

Special Window Details

The company has opened a special window for transfer and dematerialisation of physical securities that were sold or purchased prior to April 1, 2019. This initiative follows SEBI Circular no. ICD/2014/12/2025-MRSD-PDF/POD/19750/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

Process and Requirements

The special window will accommodate transfer requests that were previously submitted but were rejected, returned, or not processed due to document deficiencies or procedural issues. Investors must submit their requests with the company's Registrar & Share Transfer Agent (RTA) before the window closes.

Key Requirements:

• Valid demat account
• Complete documentation as specified in SEBI circular dated January 30, 2026
• Legally valid transfer documents
• No ownership disputes

Transfer Conditions and Restrictions

All securities transferred through this special window will be mandatorily credited to the transferee only in demat mode. The transferred securities will be subject to specific restrictions during the lock-in period.

Lock-in Restrictions:

• Securities cannot be transferred during the one-year lock-in period
• Lien marking is prohibited during lock-in
• Pledging is not allowed during the restriction period

Securities that have been transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) will not be considered under this window for processing.

Additional Shareholder Services

The company has urged shareholders to update their KYC records and claim unpaid or unclaimed dividends to avoid transfer to IEPF as per statutory requirements. This initiative is part of the "Saksham Niveshak" campaign, a 100-day program aimed at improving investor services.

Shareholders requiring assistance can contact the company at investors@petronetlng.in for support with the transfer process and documentation requirements.

Petronet LNG Limited showcased strong operational and financial performance in the third quarter of FY26, demonstrating improved capacity utilization and operational efficiencies across its terminals. The company's earnings conference call held on February 13, 2026, revealed significant progress in both volume throughput and financial metrics.

Financial Performance Highlights

The company delivered robust financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Key performance indicators showed consistent growth across multiple parameters.

For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, the company reported PBT of INR3,363 crores compared to INR3,829 crores in the corresponding period. Profit after tax for the nine months stood at INR2,505 crores against INR2,856 crores in the previous year.

Operational Performance and Volume Growth

Petronet LNG processed 233 TBTU of LNG volumes during Q3 FY26, reflecting 2% growth over both the previous quarter and corresponding quarter, where volumes stood at 228 TBTU each. The company's terminal operations showed marked improvement in capacity utilization.

Dahej Terminal Performance

Dahej terminal demonstrated strong operational metrics with volume throughput reaching 214 TBTU during the current quarter, compared to 211 TBTU in the previous quarter and 213 TBTU in the corresponding quarter. Capacity utilization at Dahej improved to 94%, up from 92% in the previous quarter and 93% in the corresponding quarter.

Kochi Terminal Achievement

Kochi Terminal achieved its highest ever capacity utilization of 29% during the current quarter, primarily driven by incremental offtake from existing customers including MRPL, OMPL, and Kochi refinery as LNG prices softened.

Expansion Plans and Infrastructure Development

The company is advancing its capacity expansion initiatives with multiple projects in various stages of development. Management confirmed that the 5 MMTPA additional capacity at Dahej terminal is on track for mechanical completion by March 2026.

Capital Expenditure and Investment Plans

Petronet LNG outlined substantial capital expenditure plans for the coming years. The company expects to spend approximately INR3,000 crores in FY26, with a significant increase to INR9,000 crores planned for FY27.

Petrochemical Project Progress

The petrochemical project represents the largest component of the company's capex program. Till March 2026, total petrochemical outflow is expected to be approximately INR2,300 crores. For FY27, the company anticipates spending around INR7,500 crores on petrochemical projects out of the total INR9,000 crores budget.

Strategic Agreements and Market Position

The company recently signed a master regasification agreement with ONGC, establishing a framework for potential long-term capacity arrangements. This agreement covers terms and conditions including storage period, regasification charges, and operational provisions.

Management highlighted Dahej terminal's competitive advantages, including evacuation capacity of 35 million metric tons against current capacity of 17.5 MMTPA, competitive pricing, and substantial storage facilities with 8 tanks providing operational flexibility to customers.

Pipeline Connectivity and Future Outlook

Kochi terminal is expected to benefit from improved pipeline connectivity, with GAIL maintaining March 2026 timeline for the Kochi-Kuttanad-Bangalore-Mangalore pipeline connection, though management expects completion by June 2026. This connectivity will enhance the terminal's access to broader markets and support increased utilization.

The company maintains its commitment to operational efficiency and disciplined financial management while pursuing long-term value creation for stakeholders through strategic capacity expansions and infrastructure development.