Arvind Limited Acquires 61% Stake in Dalco-GFT for $136 Million
Arvind Limited acquired a 61% stake in its subsidiary, Arvind Advanced Materials Limited (AAML), which in turn acquired Dalco-GFT for $136 million. Dalco-GFT, with 75 million pounds capacity, operates in automotive and geotextiles. The deal is margin and EPS accretive. Funding includes debt at AAML and Dalco-GFT.
The acquisition is a major strategic move for Arvind Limited, expanding its global presence in advanced materials with a well-established company and technology. The valuation and expected accretion indicate a significant financial impact.
The acquisition is described as a significant corporate action expected to accelerate global footprint, mitigate supply chain risks, and be margin and EPS accretive. The management team is highly praised, and the deal structure is seen as beneficial.
Arvind Limited has announced the acquisition of a 61% stake in Arvind Advanced Materials Limited (AAML), a wholly-owned subsidiary, which in turn has acquired Dalco-GFT. The investor call transcript, dated May 7, 2026, details this significant corporate action.
Dalco-GFT, established in 1988, operates two manufacturing units in the U.S. with a capacity of 75 million pounds. It has demonstrated a growth rate of 10% and a margin of 17%. The acquisition, valued at $136 million based on 7.75x of calendar year 2025 reported EBITDA, aims to accelerate AAML's global footprint and mitigate supply chain risks. The transaction is expected to be margin and EPS accretive at the consolidated level for Arvind.
The acquisition is funded through a combination of debt at AAML and Dalco-GFT. The existing top management of Dalco-GFT will continue with the company, holding a 39% equity stake, ensuring aligned incentives. The company plans an annual capex of approximately $5 million, which is expected to support growth in the mid-teens, exceeding the historical 10% growth rate. The manufacturing facilities have space for adding more lines to accommodate this growth.
Dalco-GFT utilizes needle-punched nonwoven technology, adjacent to AAML's existing capabilities, primarily serving the automotive and geotextiles segments. The company has a strong customer base with 6 major Tier 1 suppliers in the automotive sector and is looking to leverage its market position and the infrastructure bill in the U.S. for growth in geotextiles. The management team, including founder Joey Duncan and CEO Matt Sims, is highly regarded for their expertise and alignment with Arvind's vision.
Arvind Limited anticipates bringing Dalco-GFT's technologies to India to tap into the growing Indian market and vice-versa, leveraging sales channels for cross-product sales. The integration of Dalco-GFT into Arvind's consolidated results began on May 11, 2026, with approximately two months of operations expected to be reflected in Q1 FY27 results.
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