Jain Irrigation, through its multi generation subsidiary, acquires controlling stake in Thomas Machines S.A. of Switzerland (THE). Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd has acquired of 69.75% shareholding of Thomas Machines S.A. of Switzerland (THE) with full management and operational control. THE is a manufacturer of specialist machines and equipment, including drip irrigation lines, quality control and test equipment, automation equipment, laser machine centers and laser products. Acquisition to help JISL to further invest in the field of irrigation to build its capacities and increase speed to market for new generation drip lines including precision irrigation products THE holds valuable IPRs and cutting edge technology for its business in both irrigation and composite pipes business. JISL has additionally entered into Shareholders Agreement with holder of the 30.25% shares of THE, with call option which can be exercised over the next 3 years."
Jyoti Structures on Tuesday said it has bagged two orders worth Rs 253 crore from Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Ltd and Eskom Enterprises (Pty) Ltd for construction of transmission lines. The company has bagged Rs 160-crore order from Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Ltd for construction of transmission lines and sub-stations. Besides, the company's joint venture company Jyoti Structures Africa (Pty) Ltd has bagged a contract for Eskom Enterprises (Pty) Ltd, the electricity utility of South Africa for construction of transmission line. The scope of the order from Uganda Electricity Transmission Company includes supply and erection of Bujagali Interconnection Project, the manufacturer of transmission line towers informed the Bombay Stock Exchange. The contract valued at around $39.64 million (Rs 160 crore) is to be executed in 24 months, the company said, adding the company would construct 220 kV and 132 kV transmission lines and substations.
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