Your Directors' are pleased to present the 43rd Annual Report together with Audited Financial Statements of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.
(' in Lakhs)
| |
Standalone
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Consolidated
|
|
Particulars
|
2025-26
|
2024-25
|
2025-26
|
2024-25
|
|
Revenue from operations
|
1,36,512.03
|
1,48,899.70
|
1,36,512.03
|
1,48,899.70
|
|
Other Income
|
1,051.09
|
600.84
|
1,051.09
|
600.84
|
|
Total revenue
|
1,37,563.12
|
1,49,500.54
|
1,37,563.12
|
1,49,500.54
|
|
EBIDTA
|
10,333.97
|
12,414.72
|
10,332.90
|
12,414.26
|
|
EBIDTA Margin (%)
|
7.51
|
8.30
|
7.51
|
8.30
|
|
Finance Costs
|
3,201.97
|
4,276.82
|
3,201.97
|
4,276.83
|
|
Depreciation and amortization expense
|
6,168.92
|
6,201.19
|
6,168.92
|
6,201.19
|
|
Profit before tax
|
963.08
|
1,936.71
|
962.01
|
1,936.25
|
|
Current Tax
|
371.99
|
526.99
|
371.99
|
526.99
|
|
Deferred tax
|
(64.74)
|
245.55
|
(64.74)
|
245.55
|
|
Profit after tax
|
655.83
|
1,164.17
|
654.76
|
1,163.71
|
|
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax
|
31.54
|
6.08
|
31.54
|
6.08
|
|
Total comprehensive income for the year
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687.37
|
1,170.25
|
686.30
|
1,169.79
|
|
Earnings Per Share Basic (in Rs.)
|
1.12
|
2.13
|
1.12
|
2.13
|
|
Diluted (in Rs.)
|
1.12
|
2.12
|
1.12
|
2.12
|
DIVIDEND
In order to conserve the resources of the Company, the Board has not recommended dividend on equity shares during the financial year under review.
AMOUNT TRANSFER TO RESERVES
The Board of Directors' of your Company has decided not to transfer any amount to reserves for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.
COMPANY'S PERFORMANCE AND OUTLOOK STANDALONE:
Revenues from operations (net) stood at ' 1,36,512.03 lakhs (FY25-26) as compared to ' 1,48,899.70 lakhs (FY24- 25). Exports stood at ' 61,465.81 lakhs (FY25-26) as compared to ' 64,014.94 lakhs (FY24-25).
The Profit Before Tax stood at ' 963.08 lakhs (FY25-26) as compared to ' 1,936.71 lakhs (FY24-25) and Profit After Tax stood at ' 655.83 lakhs (FY25-26) as compared to ' 1,164.17 Lakhs (FY24-25).
CONSOLIDATED:
Revenues from operations (net) stood at ' 1,36,512.03 lakhs (FY25-26) as compared to ' 1,48,899.70 lakhs (FY24- 25). Exports stood at ' 61,465.81 lakhs (FY25-26) as compared to ' 64,014.94 lakhs (FY24-25).
The Profit Before Tax stood at ' 962.01 lakhs (FY25-26) as compared to ' 1,936.25 lakhs (FY24-25) and Profit After Tax stood at ' 654.76 lakhs (FY25-26) as compared to ' 1,163.71 lakhs (FY24-25).
DEPOSITS
During the year under review, your Company has neither accepted nor renewed deposits from the public falling within the meaning of Sections 73 and 74 of Companies Act, 2013, read together with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014. Further, no amount on account of principal or interest on deposit was outstanding as at the end of the financial year.
SHARE CAPITAL
The Authorised Share Capital of your Company stood at ' 1,20,00,00,000 comprising of 9,20,00,000 Equity Shares of ' 10/- each and 2,80,00,000 Optionally Convertible Cumulative Preference Shares of ' 10/- each as at March 31, 2026.
Issued, Subscribed and Paid-up equity share capital of your Company stood at ' 58,61,40,910 comprising of 5,86,14,091 Equity Shares of face value of ' 10/- each as at March 31, 2026.
During the financial year, your Company allotted 1,15,000 equity shares of ' 10/- each pursuant to the exercise of Stock Options in terms of AYM ESOP Scheme 2021 of your Company.
Your Company does not have any equity shares with differential rights and hence disclosures as per Rule 4(4) of the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules, 2014 are not required.
Further, your Company has not issued any sweat equity shares and hence no disclosure is required under Rule 8(13) of the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules, 2014.
DEBENTURES
During the year under review, your Company has not issued/ allotted any debentures.
EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTION SCHEME
In compliance with the provisions of SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 and Rule 12(9) of the Companies (Share Capital and Debenture) Rules, 2014, as amended thereto and on exercise of options by the grantees, the Company has allotted 1,15,000 equity shares at the face value of Rs. 10/- each under the AYM ESOP Scheme 2021. The said shares are listed on BSE Limited and The National Stock Exchange of India Limited.
The Company confirms that the AYM ESOP Scheme 2018 and AYM ESOP Scheme 2021 complies with the provisions of the SEBI (Shares Based Employee Benefit and Sweat Equity) Regulation, 2021.
Disclosure as required under Part-F of Schedule I of the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021, are available on the website of the Company at www.aymsyntex.com/investors/shareholder- information/esopdisclosure and is Annexed to this Report as Annexure A.
Mr. Hitesh Gupta, Company Secretary, Secretarial Auditor of the Company have issued a certificate with respect to the implementation of aforesaid Schemes and a copy of the same shall be available for inspection at the registered office of the Company. The members can also obtain the same by writing to us at investorrelations@aymgroup.com.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to Section 134(3) (c) read with Section 134(5) of the Act, the Directors hereby confirm that:
a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures;
b) your Directors selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of the Company for that period;
c) your Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the
Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d) your Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
e) your Directors have laid internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively; and
f) your directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
DIRECTORS/ KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
The Company's Board comprises of executive and non¬ executive directors with considerable experience and expertise across wide range of fields such as finance, accounts, business management, strategy, branding, policy development, risk management, etc. The details of the directors and their meetings held during the year have been given in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of the Annual Report.
a) Appointment of DirectorsDuring the year under review the following changes took place in the Board of Directors:
Mr. James Robert McCallum (DIN: 11195781) has been appointed as a Non-Executive Independent Director of the Company for the first term of 5 consecutive years with effect from July 26, 2025.
b) Retirement by Rotation
Mr. Rajesh Mandawewala (DIN: 00007179), Non¬ Executive Director of your Company retires by rotation and being eligible offers himself for re¬ appointment. The Board recommends his re-appointment and the same forms part of the notice of Annual General Meeting.
The disclosures required with regards the details of the Director proposed to be re-appointed pursuant to Regulation 36(3) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and Secretarial Standard on General Meeting (SS-2) are given in the Notice of AGM, forming part of the Annual Report.
c) Resignation of Director
Mr. Kantilal Patel (DIN: 00019414) tendered his resignation as a Non-Executive Independent Director of the Company, effective closure of business hours on October 6, 2025, due to personal reasons and other professional commitments. Consequently, he also ceased to be the Chairman of the Audit Committee, Chairman of the Stakeholders Relationship Committee, and a Member of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee.
Your Directors, place on record deep appreciation for the valuable services rendered by Mr. Kantilal Patel during his tenure with the Company.
The details of the directors and their meetings held during the year have been given in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of the Annual Report.
d) Key Managerial Personnel ('KMP')
In terms of the provisions of Sections 2(51) and 203 of the Act read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 below mentioned personnel were designated as the KMP's for FY25-26:
• Mr. Abhishek Mandawewala, Managing Director & CEO;
• Mrs. Khushboo Mandawewala, Whole Time Director
• Mr. Abhishek Patwa, Chief Financial Officer;
• Mr. Kaushal Patvi, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Five meetings of the Board of Directors were conducted during the financial year 2025-26, details of which are given in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of the Annual Report. The maximum interval between any two meetings did not exceed as prescribed in the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The relevant information, inter alia, including date of the meetings, attendance of directors with respect to Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, Stakeholders' Relationship Committee and Corporate
Social Responsibility Committee meetings of those Committees held during the financial year is given in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
SHAREHOLDING OF THE DIRECTORS
The details of shareholding of the Directors are provided in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
DECLARATION BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
All Independent Directors of the Company have given their declaration that they meet the eligibility criteria of independence as provided in Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 ("The Act") and Regulation 16(1)(b) of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 ("LODR") and that there is no change in the circumstances as on the date of this report which may affect their status as an independent director of your Company.
Your Board confirms that in its opinion, all the independent directors fulfill the conditions prescribed under the Act and LODR and they are independent of the Company and its management. All the independent directors on the Board of the Company are registered with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs ('IICA'), Manesar, Gurgaon, Haryana-122052 as notified by the Central Government under Section 150(1) of the Companies Act, 2013.
Your Company's Board is of the opinion that the Independent Directors possess requisite qualifications, experience and expertise in Industry knowledge, Corporate Governance & Compliance, Innovation, technology & digitisation, Financial literacy, Marketing, General Management, Risk Management, Human Resource Development, Strategic expertise and they hold highest standards of integrity. Please refer to the disclosure made in the Report on Corporate Governance forming part of this Annual Report.
None of the Directors of your Company are disqualified from being appointed as Directors as specified under Section 164(1) and Section 164(2) of the Act read with Rule 14(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors), Rules, 2014 or are debarred or disqualified by the SEBI, MCA or any other such statutory authority.
NOMINATION & REMUNERATION POLICY
Your Company has in place a policy for remuneration to the Directors, the Key Managerial Personnel and the Senior Management Personnel, as well as a well-defined criteria for the selection of candidates for appointment to the said positions which has been approved by the Board.
The Nomination and Remuneration Policy broadly lays down the guiding principles and the basis for payment of remuneration to the executive and non-executive Directors (by way of sittng fees and remuneration), the Key Managerial Personnel and the Senior Management Personnel.
The Remuneration Policy of your Company, as formulated by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Board is available on your Company's website, link of which is provided in the Report on Corporate Governance forming part of this Annual Report.
The policy on remuneration of Directors, KMPs and Senior Management is hosted on the website of the Company at www.aymsyntex.com/policies-code-compliances/policies/ 1591193062_Policies.pdf
BOARD PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
In terms of the provisions of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations, the annual performance evaluation of the Board, its Committees and individual Directors was carried out during the year. In order to facilitate an objective and independent evaluation process. The evaluation framework, including the revised questionnaires and evaluation criteria, was reviewed by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee before being circulated to the Directors for providing their ratings and feedback in a confidential manner. Your Company has developed an in¬ house digital platform to facilitate confidential responses to a structured questionnaire.
The evaluation process covered various aspects relating to the functioning and effectiveness of the Board, Committees and Directors, including Board composition and competencies, strategic oversight, governance and compliance, risk management, Board dynamics, participation in discussions, quality of decision-making, stakeholder engagement and effectiveness of processes and procedures. The evaluation criteria were broadly aligned with the applicable regulatory requirements and governance best practices.
The Independent Directors, at their separate meeting, reviewed the performance of the Non-Independent Directors, the Chairman and the Board as a whole, taking
into account the views of the Executive and Non-Executive Directors. Further, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee reviewed the performance evaluation outcome of the Board, Committees and individual Directors. Thereafter, the Board reviewed and discussed the evaluation outcome and noted the suggestions for further strengthening the overall effectiveness of the Board and its Committees.
Results
The outcome of the evaluation reflected that the Board and its Committees continue to function effectively and discharge their responsibilities with a strong emphasis on corporate governance, strategic oversight, ethical conduct, stakeholder engagement and risk management.
The evaluation process acknowledged the diverse experience, domain expertise and constructive participation of the Directors, which contributed positively towards effective deliberations, balanced decision-making and overall Board effectiveness.
The Board also demonstrated strong commitment towards transparency, compliance and long-term value creation for all stakeholders.
The evaluation further highlighted the effective leadership and guidance provided by the Chairman in fostering an environment of open dialogue, constructive discussions and collaborative decision-making.
The evaluation process also provided valuable insights for continuous improvement and strengthening of governance practices.
FAMILIARISATION PROGRAMME FOR THE INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
In compliance with the requirements of Regulation 25(7) of the Listing Regulations, the Company has put in place a Familiarization Programme for the Independent Directors to familiarize them with the Company, their roles, rights, responsibilities in the Company, nature of the industry in which the Company operates, business model etc., so as to enable them to take well-informed decisions in timely manner. The details of the Familiarization Programme conducted are available on the website of the Company: www.aymsyntex.com/investors/corporate-governance/ policies-code-compliances.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Our Corporate Social Responsibility ('CSR') initiatives are driven by our vision to support the underprivileged and contribute to breaking the cycle of poverty. This year, we have continued to focus on our comprehensive four¬ pronged approach, which targets the key areas we call the "four S's": Swasthya, Swabhiman, Sudhaar, and Shrishti.
The CSR Committee confirms that the implementation and monitoring of the CSR Policy was done in compliance with the CSR objectives and CSR Policy of the Company.
The Annual Report on CSR activities undertaken during the F.Y. 2025-26 is in accordance with Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 and is annexed herewith as Annexure B to this Report.
The CSR policy of your Company as approved by the Board of directors' is hosted on the Company's website and web link thereto is www.aymsyntex.com/poNces-code- compMances/policies/poMcies-1655732444-csr- policy.pdf.
HOLDING, SUBSIDIARY, JOINT VENTURES AND ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
Your Company is a subsidiary of Mandawewala Enterprises Limited.
Further, as on March 31, 2026 your Company has two wholly owned subsidiary company namely AYM Textiles Private Limited (AYM Textiles) and Innovative Yarns LLC. There have been no commercial transactions during the year.
AYM Textiles was incorporated as a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of the Company. A report on the performance and financial position of AYM Textiles is attached in Form AOC-1 as Annexure C to this Report.
Innovative Yarns LLC was incorporated as a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of the Company. A report on the performance and financial position of Innovative Yarns LLC is attached in Form AOC-1 as Annexure C to this Report.
The Policy on Material Subsidiaries of the Company is hosted on the website of the Company and can be accessed at www.aymsyntex.com/policies-code- compliances/policies/policies-812099151-policy-on- material-subsidiaries.pdf.
Further, pursuant to the provisions of Section 136 of the
Act, the consolidated financial statements along with relevant documents and separate audited financial statements in respect of your Company's subsidiary, are available on the Company's website at www.aymsyntex.com/investors/financial-report/investors- financial-relation-annual-subsidiary.
During the year under review, no companies/entities have become/ceased to be joint ventures or associate companies of the Company.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
In terms of the provisions of Section 186 of the Act read with the Companies (Meetings of the Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014, disclosures relating to loans, guarantees and investments as on March 31, 2026 are given in the Notes to the Standalone Financial Statements forming part of this Annual Report.
INTERNAL CONTROLS
Your Company has in place an adequate internal financial controls ('IFC') and internal control system, commensurate with the size, scale and complexity of its operations. The internal control framework is designed to ensure orderly and efficient conduct of business, safeguarding of assets, prevention and detection of frauds and errors, accuracy and completeness of accounting records and timely preparation of reliable financial information. Your Company continues to strengthen its internal control environment through periodic reviews, process improvements, automation initiatives and enhanced monitoring mechanisms, wherever considered necessary.
The Internal Audit function is carried out by an independent external audit firm comprising qualified professionals, including domain specialists, accounting and financial experts and information technology.
A risk-based annual internal audit plan, aligned with the business processes, operational priorities and enterprise risks of the Company, is approved by the Audit Committee at the beginning of each financial year. The internal audit framework focuses on evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, risk management practices, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, adherence to policies and procedures and reliability of financial and operational information.
For the year ended March 31, 2026, the Board is of the opinion that your Company has sound IFC commensurate with the nature of its business operations, wherein adequate controls are in place and operating effectively.
The Internal Auditors regularly present their audit findings and updates to the Audit Committee.
PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
Your Company has formulated a policy on related party transactions, which is also available on Company's website at www.ay msy ntex. com/i n vestors/corporate- governance/policies-code-compliances. This policy deals with the review and approval of related party transactions and any significant modifications in the said transactions. The Board of Directors of the Company has approved the criteria for making the omnibus approval by the Audit Committee within the overall framework of the policy on related party transactions. Prior omnibus approval is obtained for related party transactions which are of repetitive nature and entered in the ordinary course of business and at arm's length basis. All related party transactions are placed before the Audit Committee for review and approval.
During the year, all contracts / arrangements / transactions entered into by your Company with Related Parties were on arm's length basis and in the ordinary course of business. There are no material transactions with any Related Party as defined under Section 188 of the Act, read with the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014. Accordingly, the disclosure of Related Party Transactions as required under Section 134(3)(h) of the Act in Form AOC-2 is not applicable.
Members may refer to Note no. 46 to the standalone financial statement which sets out related party disclosures pursuant to IND AS-24.
VIGIL MECHANISM
Your Company has established a mechanism for directors and employees to report instances and concerns about unethical behaviour, actual or suspected fraud, or violation of your Company's Code of Conduct. It also provides adequate safeguards against the victimisation of employees, who avail the mechanism and allows direct access to the Chairman of the Audit Committee in exceptional cases. During the year, no person was denied access to the Chairman Audit Committee.
The policy on Whistle Blower Policy and Vigil Mechanism is hosted on the website of the Company and can be accessed at www.aymsyntex.com/polices-code- compliances/policies/policies-262368285-vigil- mechanism-&-whistle-blower-policy.pdf.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
Your Company has always believed in providing a safe, secure and harassment free workplace for every individual working in Company's premises through policies, interventions and practices. Your Company has adopted Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Employees at Workplaces. The Company always endeavors to create and provide an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment including sexual harassment in line with the provisions of The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013 ('POSH Act').
The Company has in place a robust policy on prevention of sexual harassment at workplace which is in line with the requirements of POSH Act. The Company has complied with provisions relating to the constitution of Internal Complaints Committee ('ICC') under POSH Act. ICC has been set up to redress complaints received regarding sexual harassment. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary and trainees) are covered under this policy.
During the year under review, no cases of sexual harassment were reported in your Company. During the year, the Company has not received any complaints. There are no complaints pending as at the end of the financial year.
A copy of the policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Employees in Workplaces has been hosted on the Company's website at www.aymsyntex.com/polices-code- compliances/policies/policies-833568216-posh-policy— ho.pdf
COMPLIANCE ON MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT, 1961
Your Company has complied with the applicable provisions of Maternity Act, 1961 for female employees with respect to leaves and maternity benefits thereunder.
ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 12(1) of the Companies
(Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, the annual return for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 in E-form MGT-7 is hosted on the website of the Company and can be accessed at www.aymsyntex. com/investors/financial-report/annual-return.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS ANDOUTGO
a. Conservation of energy:
Details of plant-wise Conservation of energy are as
under:
Silvassa Plant:
(i) the steps taken or impact on conservation of energy:
The Company continued to undertake various energy conservation initiatives across its manufacturing facilities with a focus on improving operational efficiency, optimising utility consumption and promoting sustainable manufacturing practices. During the financial year, the following measures were implemented:
• Optimisation of manufacturing process parameters to improve energy efficiency and reduce specific energy consumption.
• Enhancement of steam generation and utility system efficiency through process optimisation, preventive maintenance and equipment refurbishment.
• Optimisation of compressed air systems through automation, pressure rationali¬ sation, condensate management and air leakage reduction initiatives.
• Recovery and reuse of condensate from utility systems, resulting in conservation of both water and energy.
• Optimisation of chilled water, cooling water and cooling tower operations to improve utility efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
• Installation and replacement of energy- efficient pumps, fans, air handling units and other utility equipment to enhance overall operational performance.
• Rationalisation and integration of utility infrastructure and process support systems to achieve optimum energy utilisation.
• Implementation of automation and process control measures to minimise energy consumption during idle and standby operations.
• Continuous monitoring of energy performance and implementation of improvement initiatives through operati¬ onal reviews and periodic optimisation programmes.
(ii) the steps taken by the Company for utilising
alternate sources of energy:
During the financial year, the Company
undertook the following initiatives:
• Increased the utilisation of biomass- based fuel as an alternate source of energy for steam generation, thereby reducing dependence on conventional fossil fuels.
• Expanded the Company's renewable energy portfolio through the augmen¬ tation of its solar power generation capacity to increase the share of clean energy in its overall power consumption.
(iii) the capital investment on energy conservation
equipment: Rs. 438 Lakhs.
Palghar Plant:
(i) the steps taken or impact on conservation of energy:
The Company continued to implement various energy conservation initiatives across its manufacturing facilities with a focus on im proving operational efficiency, optimising resource utilisation and promoting sustainable manufact¬ uring practices. During the financial year, the following measures were undertaken:
• Optimised the sludge drying process to facilitate the beneficial utilisation of process by-products as an alternate fuel, thereby
reducing dependence on conventional energy sources.
• Strengthened steam condensate recovery and reuse systems to improve boiler efficiency, conserve water and reduce energy consumption.
• Continued optimisation of the electrical distribution system through effective power factor management to enhance energy efficiency and minimise transmission losses.
• Improved waste heat recovery systems to maximise energy utilisation across manufacturing operations.
• Optimised the yarn drying process by adopting more energy-efficient tech n ol ogies a n d process improvements.
• Enhanced the energy efficiency of effluent treatment operations through process optimisation, automation and improved utility management.
(ii) the steps taken by the Company for
utilizing alternate sources of energy:
• The Company continued to explore opportunities to increase the use of renewable sources of energy as part of its long-term sustainability strategy. During the financial year, the Company initiated the evaluation of procuring renewable power through the Open Access mechanism and undertook the prelim inary assessm ent of available options. The proposal is under evaluation and is expected to support the Company's transition towards cleaner energy sources, subject to commercial and regulatory considerations.
(iii) the capital investment on energy conservation equipment: Rs. 29.5 Lakhs.
3. Technology absorption:
Details of plant-wise Technology absorption are as
under:
Silvassa Plant:
(i) The efforts made towards technology absorption:
The Company continued to adopt modern technologies and energy-efficient solutions to enhance operational efficiency, optimise resource utilisation and improve the reliability of its manufacturing processes. During the financial year, the following initiatives were undertaken:
• Installed advanced boiler feed water treatment systems to improve boiler performance, enhance equipment reliability and reduce fuel consumption.
• Commissioned energy-efficient compressed air systems to optimise power consumption and improve operational efficiency.
• Upgraded cooling tower systems through the installation of energy-efficient e q u i p m e n t to e n h a n c e u ti l i ty performance and reduce energy consumption.
• Replaced conventional utility pumps with high-efficiency pumps to improve system reliability and optimise energy utilisation.
(ii) The benefits derived like product improvement, cost reduction, product development or import substitution:
The technology upgradation and process optimisation initiatives undertaken during the financial year resulted in the following benefits:
• Reduction in energy consumption, leading to operational cost savings.
• Improvement in product quality and process consistency.
• Enhancement in machine reliability, operational efficiency and productivity.
• Optimisation of utility consumption and manufacturing processes, contributing to improved overall operational performance.
(iii) In case of imported technology (imported during the last three years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year): NIL
Palghar Plant:
(i) The efforts made towards technology absorption:
The Company continued to invest in technology upgradation and process automation to enhance manufacturing efficiency, improve product quality and strengthen operational capabilities. During the financial year, the following initiatives were undertaken:
• Implemented an automated weighing system in to improve process accuracy, consistency and operational efficiency.
• Commissioned winding technology to enhance production capability and improve product quality for specialised yarn applications.
• Installed automated online monitoring systems to improve pro c es s co n tro l , pro d u ct uniformity and manufacturing consistency.
• Introduced automated high-speed yarn drying technology to optimise production efficiency, reduce processing time and improve operational reliability.
(ii) The benefits derived like product improvement, cost reduction, product development or import substitution:
The technology upgradation and process i m p r o v e m e n t i n i ti a ti v e s undertaken during the financial year resulted in the following
benefits:
• Reduction in energy consumption, leading to i m proved opera ti on al e ffi c i e n c y a n d c o s t optimisation.
• Enhancement in product quality, consistency and process reliability.
• Improvement in machine performance, operational efficiency and overall productivity.
• Optimisation of packaging processes, resulting in a reduction in packaging material consumption and associated costs.
(iii) In case of imported technology (imported during the last three years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year): NIL
c. Research and Development expenditures:
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Particulars
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2025-26
|
2024-25
|
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Revenue expenditure
|
1,085.60
|
1,230.13
|
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Capital expenditure
|
-
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-
|
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Total
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1,085.60
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1,230.13
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d. Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo:
The Foreign Exchange earned in terms of actual inflows during the year and the Foreign Exchange outgo during the year in terms of actual outflows.
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Particulars
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2025-26
|
|
Earnings in Foreign exchange
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61,465.81
|
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Outgo in Foreign exchange
|
47,377.121
|
STATUTORY AUDITOR
As per Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 ('the Act'), read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, M/s Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP, Chartered Accountants (ICAI Registration No. 012754N/N500016) was appointed as the Statutory Auditor of the Company for a second term of
5 years commencing from the conclusion of the 39th Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of 44th Annual General Meeting. The Auditor is holding a valid certificate issued by the Peer Review Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The Audit Committee reviews the independence of the Statutory Auditor and the effectiveness of the Audit process. The Statutory Auditor is not disqualified from continuing as Auditor of your Company.
The Statutory Auditor Report issued by M/s Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP on the Audited Financial Statements of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 forms the part of the Annual Report. Auditors' Report is self-explanatory and therefore, does not require further comments and explanation. The auditors report does not contain any qualification, observation, reservation or adverse remark.
INTERNAL AUDITOR
In terms of the provisions of Section 138 of the Act, read with the Companies (Account) Rules, 2014, and based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board has appointed M/s. Suresh Surana & Associates LLP, as the Internal Auditor of your Company for the financial year 2026-27.
COST AUDITOR
Your Company is required to prepare and maintain the cost accounts and cost records pursuant to Section 148(1) of the Act read with Rules made thereunder. Your Company had appointed M/s. Kiran J. Mehta & Co., Cost Accountants as the Cost Auditor of your Company for auditing cost records for the financial year 2025-26.
Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board appointed M/s. Kiran J. Mehta & Co, Cost Accountants (Firm Registration No. 000025), as the Cost Auditors of your Company for the financial year 2026-27. Your Company has received consent from M/s. Kiran J. Mehta & Co, Cost Accountants, to act as the Cost Auditor of your Company for FY 2026-27, along with the certificate confirming their eligibility.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 148(1) of the Act and Rule 14 of the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor is required to be ratified by the Members of your Company. Accordingly, an Ordinary Resolution, for ratification of remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor for FY 2026-27, forms part of the Notice of this AGM.
SECRETARIAL AUDITOR
In accordance with the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, your Company had appointed Mr. Hitesh J. Gupta, Practicing Company Secretary (CP No. 12722, Membership No. A33684), a peer reviewed Company Secretary in Practice, to undertake the Secretarial Audit of the Company for FY 2025-26. The Secretarial Audit Report, annexed as Annexure D, does not contain any qualification, observation, reservation or adverse remark.
Further, pursuant to the amended provisions of Regulation 24A of SEBI Listing Regulations and Section 204 of the Act read with Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Audit Committee and the Board have approved and recommended the appointment of Mr. Hitesh J. Gupta, Practicing Company Secretary (CP No. 12722), a peer reviewed Company Secretary in Practice, as Secretarial Auditor of the Company to conduct the secretarial audit for a term of 5 (five) consecutive years commencing from the conclusion of 42nd AGM to the conclusion of the 47th AG M i.e. from FY 2025-26 upto FY 2029-30.
COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
During the year 2025-26, your Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India ('ICS I').
CERTIFICATION FROM COMPANY SECRETARY IN PRACTICE
Pursuant to the provisions of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, the Company has obtained a certificate from Mr. Hitesh J. Gupta, Practicing Company Secretary that none of the Directors on the Board of the Company has been debarred or disqualified from being appointed or continuing as a Director of the Company by SEBI / Ministry of Corporate Affairs or any such regulatory authority and is annexed as Annexure I forming the part of Corporate Governance Report.
DETAILS IN RESPECT OF FRAUDS REPORTED BY AUDITORS OTHER THAN THOSE WHICH ARE REPORTABLE TO THE CENTRAL GOVERNMENT
The Statutory Auditor, Internal Auditors, Cost Auditor and Secretarial Auditor of the Company have not reported any instances of fraud committed in your Company by its officers or employees to the Audit Committee or to the Board of Directors under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
The statement of disclosures of remuneration as required under Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, as amended from time to time, is annexed as Annexure E and forms an integral part of this Report.
Further, details of employee remuneration as required under provisions of Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rule 5(2) and 5(3) of the aforesaid Rules is available for inspection at the Registered Office of your Company during working hours. As per second proviso to Section 136(1) of the Act and second proviso of Rule 5 of the aforesaid Rules, the Annual Report has been sent to the members excluding the aforesaid exhibit. Any member interested in obtaining copy of such information may write to the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer at investorrelations@aymgroup.com
RISK MANAGEMENT
Your Company continues to maintain a Enterprise Risk Management ("ERM") framework commensurate with the size, scale and complexity of its operations and the dynamic business environment in which it operates globally. With the continued expansion of business operations across geographies and evolving regulatory and market conditions, your Company is exposed to various strategic, operational, financial, legal, regulatory, technology, cyber security, data privacy and people related risks. Your Company recognises that effective risk management is integral to sustainable growth, operational resilience and long-term value creation and therefore has in place a structured Risk Management framework to proactively identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risks across the organisation.
The ERM framework provides for systematic identifi¬ cation, evaluation and prioritisation of risks by business functions and operating locations, assessment of likelihood and potential impact on business objectives and implementation of mitigation plans and internal controls. Risks are categorised based on their severity and criticality and are periodically reviewed in light of changes in the business environment, emerging risks, regulatory developments and strategic priorities.
The identified risks, mitigation measures and action plans are periodically reviewed by the Board of Directors. The Board reviews the adequacy and effectiveness of the risk management framework, key enterprise risks, mitigation strategies and emerging risk areas and provides appropriate guidance and recommendations to further
strengthen the overall risk governance framework of your Company.
For the key business risks identified by your Company, please refer paragraph on Enterprise Risk Management in Management Discussion and Analysis forms an integral part of this Annual Report.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Company has Code of Conduct for Board members and Senior Management personnel. A copy of the Code of conduct has been hosted on the Company's website at www.aymsyntex.com/policies-code-compliances/ code/1591193555_Code.pdf.
All Board members and senior management personnel have affirmed compliance of the same.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
A certificate from M/s. Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP, Chartered Accountants, Statutory Auditor regarding compliance of conditions of corporate governance as stipulated under Chapter IV read with relevant Schedule to the SEBI Listing Regulations is annexed to the Corporate Governance Report as Annexure II. The Report on Corporate Governance for the year, as stipulated under Regulation 34 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, is presented in a separate Section, and forms an integral part of this Annual Report and is annexed to this Report as Annexure F.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS ('MDA')
The MDA Report on the operation of the Company as required under the SEBI Listing Regulations, is presented in a separate Section and forms part of this Annual Report.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS/COURTS/TRIBUNALS
No significant or material orders were passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals which impacts the going concern status and Company's operations in future.
INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016
No application was made, or any proceedings filed against the Company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016; hence the requirement to disclose the details of application made or any proceeding pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, against the Company during the year along with their status as at the end of the financial year is not applicable.
DISCLOSURE OF REASON FOR DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VALUATION DONE AT THE TIME OF TAKING LOAN FROM BANK AND AT THE TIME OF ONE-TIME
SETTLEMENT
Your Company has not made any one-time settlement for loans taken from the Banks or Financial Institutions, and hence the details of difference between amount of the valuation done at the time of one-time settlement and the valuation done while taking loan from the Banks or Financial Institutions along with the reasons thereof is not applicable.
MISCELLANEOUS
• During the year under Report, there was no change in the general nature of business of the Company.
• No material change or commitment has occurred which would have affected the financial position of the Company between the end of the financial year to which the financial statements relate and the date of the report.
• Industrial relations remained cordial throughout the year under review.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
We take this opportunity to thank the employees for their dedicated service and contribution to the Company. We also thank our banks, financial institutions, business associates, members, customers, suppliers, vendors, contractors, government authorities and other stakeholders for their continued support to the Company.
For and on behalf of the Board of DirectorsRajesh Mandawewala
Chairman DIN:00007179
Place: Mumbai Date: May 19, 2026
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