On February 11, 2026, Ramco Industries Limited (NSE: RAMCOIND) announced a new acquisition under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015. The company has made a strategic investment in Arc180 Fund I, LLC, a venture capital fund based in the United States.
Key Highlights of the Investment
Acquirer: Ramco Industries Limited
Target Entity: Arc180 Fund I, LLC
Industry: Venture Capital / Financial Services
Nature of Investment: Venture Capital Fund – Non-Managing Member Interest
Total Investment Amount: ₹3.16 Crores (₹31.60 million)
Mode of Consideration: Cash
Percentage Acquired: 5.04%
Existing Holding: Nil (Fresh investment)
Transaction Structure: To be completed in tranches
Indicative Completion Period: 4 years
About the Target Entity
Arc180 Fund I, LLC was incorporated on December 1, 2022, and operates in the venture capital space. The fund focuses on backing high-potential entrepreneurs and emerging technology-driven businesses.
Financial details disclosed:
Net Worth: ₹87.21 Crores
Profit After Tax: (-₹0.94 Crores)
Turnover (Last 3 Years): Nil
The fund has a presence in the United States of America.
Strategic Rationale Behind the Investment
Ramco Industries stated that this investment is aimed at strengthening its global exposure and gaining insights into early-stage technology innovation. The company highlighted several strategic benefits:
Access to Global-First Indian Entrepreneurs
Arc180 focuses on supporting Indian founders building globally scalable businesses, giving Ramco early visibility into promising startups.Global Exposure and Connectivity
The relationship provides access to international founders, investors, and emerging technologies, enhancing Ramco’s global network.Learning from Emerging Technologies
By tracking early-stage companies solving next-generation challenges, the company can gain insights into global product-market strategies and innovation models.Experienced Leadership
The fund is led by Mr. Shailesh Rao, former MD of Google India and former Head of TPG Growth Asia, bringing strong industry expertise and global scaling experience.
Expected Impact
Ramco Industries believes that this strategic investment will:
Strengthen its presence in the global innovation ecosystem
Provide exposure to emerging technology trends
Enable partnerships with high-quality global talent
Support long-term shareholder value creation
Governance and Regulatory Disclosures
The company confirmed that:
The transaction does not fall under related party transactions.
Promoters, promoter group, directors, and key managerial personnel do not have any interest in the acquired entity.
No specific governmental or regulatory approvals are required (as disclosed).