Murugappa Group firm Tube Investments of India Ltd on Thursday said it will acquire a 67 per cent equity stake in the Indian arm of South Korea's KC Altech Co Ltd for Rs 62 crore.
The company has executed a definitive agreement for subscription of a 67 per cent equity stake in Kcaltech System India Pvt Ltd (KCAL India), a subsidiary of KC Altech Co Ltd, the Tube Investments of India (TII) said in a statement.
"This strategic acquisition will enable TII to strengthen its position in the growing automotive sector, particularly in the domain of aluminium tubes and parts used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for automobiles," it added.
The proposed investment will support KCAL India's expansion plans, including increasing its manufacturing capabilities, the company added.
The acquisition will be carried out "by way of subscription to fresh equity shares for a consideration of about Rs 62 crore", TII said in a regulatory filing.
The acquisition is expected t