Thriveni Earthmovers Private Limited has released a pledge on 18,92,572 equity shares of Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited, representing 0.35% of the company's paid-up share capital. The pledge release was executed in favour of STCI Finance Limited with effect from January 20, 2026.

Pledge Release Details

The pledge release was conducted pursuant to an Unattested Pledge Agreement dated September 19, 2024, entered between Thriveni Earthmovers Private Limited as the pledgor/borrower and STCI Finance Limited as the pledgee/lender. The shares were originally pledged as collateral security for a term loan availed by Thriveni Earthmovers.

Impact on Shareholding Pattern

Following the pledge release, Thriveni Earthmovers' encumbered shareholding in Lloyds Metals and Energy has been reduced. The company continues to hold 10,00,05,501 equity shares, representing 18.37% of the total share capital of the target company.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made on January 28, 2026, to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited, where Lloyds Metals and Energy shares are listed. The communication was signed by Riya Jain, Company Secretary of Thriveni Earthmovers Private Limited, in compliance with Regulation 31(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeover) Regulations, 2011.

Promoter Group Holdings

The disclosure also provided details of other promoter group entities' shareholdings in Lloyds Metals and Energy. Key promoter holdings include Crosslink Food and Farms Private Limited with 6,55,58,548 shares (12.04%) and Sky United LLP with 7,34,54,636 shares (13.49%). Among these, Crosslink Food and Farms Private Limited has 63,62,744 shares (1.12%) under encumbrance, while other promoter entities maintain unencumbered holdings.

Lloyds Metals & Energy Limited has successfully completed the acquisition of a 12.12% equity stake in Hexa Energy W2 Private Limited for ₹4.16 crores. The transaction, completed on January 21, 2026, represents a significant step in the company's strategic investment plans as disclosed in earlier regulatory filings.

Acquisition Details

The company subscribed to 5,19,750 equity shares of Hexa Energy W2 Private Limited, representing 12.12% of the issued and paid-up equity share capital. The transaction details are presented below:

Enhanced Shareholding Position

Following this latest subscription, Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited's total holding in Hexa Energy W2 has increased substantially:

This acquisition aligns with the company's earlier disclosed investment strategy to subscribe to at least 26% of Hexa W2's total paid-up equity share capital, as outlined in previous regulatory communications.

Regulatory Compliance

The acquisition was disclosed pursuant to Regulation 30(7) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company had previously intimated the stock exchanges about its investment plans through communications dated May 30, 2025, and June 27, 2025, regarding the execution of Share Subscription and Shareholders Agreements.

Strategic Context

The investment in Hexa Energy W2 Private Limited represents Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited's continued focus on strategic partnerships and equity investments. The company has now achieved its target of holding more than 26% stake in Hexa W2, positioning itself as a significant stakeholder in the investee company's operations and future growth prospects.

The transaction documentation and related disclosures have been made available on the company's official website at www.lloyds.in , ensuring transparency and accessibility for all stakeholders and investors.