Interarch forms JV with ER Steel Inc. for North American OWSJ market
Interarch Building Solutions has formed a Joint Venture with ER Steel Inc., Canada, to develop the Open Web Steel Joists (OWSJ) business for North America. Interarch will hold 76% and ER Steel 24%. The JV requires an initial investment of ₹80 Crore and aims to capture 2-5% market share in three years.
This joint venture represents a significant strategic move for Interarch, opening up a new international market (North America) and creating a new revenue stream, which is expected to have a substantial impact on the company's future performance.
The formation of a joint venture with a foreign entity to expand into new markets and the ambitious market share target indicate a positive outlook for the company's growth.
Interarch Building Solutions Limited has announced its strategic decision to enter into a Joint Venture Agreement with ER Steel Inc., Canada, to jointly explore and develop the Open Web Steel Joists (OWSJ) business for the North American market. This collaboration, approved by the Board of Directors on August 6, 2026, aims to establish a structured framework for evaluating the design, engineering, manufacturing, and supply of OWSJ products through a scalable and cost-efficient platform in India.
Under the proposed arrangement, Interarch will lead engineering, detailing, manufacturing, and quality compliance activities from India. ER Steel Inc. will primarily be responsible for market development, customer relationships, sales, and marketing activities in Canada and North America.
The Joint Venture will involve an initial funding of ₹80 Crore (80,00,00,000 Indian Rupees) for land procurement, development, operationalization, and working capital. The total initial investment planned is ₹80 Crore, with an option to expand further based on business growth. The funding structure includes an initial contribution at the Initial Closing, followed by three equal tranches of ₹20 Crore each. Interarch will hold a 76% stake, while ER Steel Inc. will hold 24% in the Joint Venture Company (JVCo), which will be incorporated in India.
ER Steel Inc. is committed to entering into an Offtake Agreement with the JVCo, guaranteeing a minimum purchase of OWSJ products for distribution and sale in Canada and the USA. This JV is expected to open a new market for Interarch, leveraging its engineering and manufacturing strengths combined with ER Steel Inc.'s market knowledge and presence. The company aims to capture 2% to 5% of the market share in the next three years, creating a new revenue stream.
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