Schaeffler India Limited has announced the opening of a special window for re-lodgement of transfer requests for physical shares, following regulatory guidelines issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India. The company has formally notified both major stock exchanges about this development on January 5, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance and Communication

The special window initiative is in direct response to SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD-PoD/P/CIR/2025/97 dated July 2, 2025. The company has taken proactive steps to inform shareholders about this opportunity through its official social media channels, particularly via its Facebook page.

Stock Exchange Notification

Schaeffler India Limited has formally communicated this development to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The notification includes specific company codes for easy identification and processing.

Corporate Communication Details

The official notification was signed by Ashish Tiwari, VP - Legal & Company Secretary, who digitally authenticated the document from the company's Pune location. The company has provided contact information for shareholders who may require additional assistance regarding the special window process.

Shareholder Information Access

The company has made detailed information about the special window available through its Facebook social media channel, ensuring shareholders have easy access to the necessary procedures and requirements. This digital-first approach demonstrates the company's commitment to transparent and accessible shareholder communication.

Schaeffler India Limited has announced a key leadership appointment, naming Mr. Maximilian Andreas Fiedler as Additional Director (Non-Executive Non-Independent Director) effective January 1, 2026. The appointment was formalized through a circular resolution passed by the Board of Directors on December 26, 2025.

Board Appointment Details

The appointment follows the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and is subject to shareholder approval. The company has specified that approval must be obtained either at the ensuing Annual General Meeting or within three months from the appointment date, whichever is earlier.

Professional Background

Fiedler brings extensive experience within the Schaeffler Group, having joined the organization in 2012. His career progression within the group includes several key positions across different regions and functions.

His initial role was as Assistant to the CFO and subsequently to the CEO. In 2015, he advanced to Vice President of External Reporting for Schaeffler Group, where he managed the annual and interim reporting processes. His international experience expanded when he was appointed Chief Financial Officer for Schaeffler Mexico in 2018, overseeing Finance and IT operations.

Current Leadership Role

Since 2022, Fiedler has been based at Schaeffler's Singapore office, serving as Chief Financial Officer for the Asia/Pacific region. His responsibilities expanded significantly in June 2025 when he assumed the role of Regional CEO Asia/Pacific (acting) while continuing his CFO duties for the region.

Regulatory Compliance

The company has confirmed that Fiedler meets all regulatory requirements for the directorship. He is not debarred from holding the office of Director by any SEBI order or other regulatory authority. Additionally, he does not have any inter-se relationship with other Directors of the company.

Postal Ballot Process

In accordance with Section 175 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board has approved a Postal Ballot Notice for the appointment. The resolution for Fiedler's appointment as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director will be presented as an Ordinary Resolution, liable to retire by rotation.

The appointment reflects Schaeffler India's strategic focus on strengthening its board composition with experienced professionals who have deep understanding of the group's operations across key markets.