IRB Completes Acquisition Of Gandeva Ena Assets

06 Feb 2026 CW Team

The deal, announced by the company in a statement, covers assets that add scale to IRB's operations and complements its existing investments. Management described the acquisition as aligned with long term growth objectives and expected operational synergies to be pursued during integration. The buyer highlighted plans to standardise maintenance practices and integrate operations under its existing management systems.

The value of Rs 12 bn reflects the converted figure from the original announcement in crores and will be used as the basis for reporting and investor communication. The company indicated that the acquisition is expected to contribute to cash flow generation over the concession periods associated with the assets. Accounting and reporting will follow prevailing regulatory frameworks and be reflected in future financial disclosures.

The acquisition is anticipated to enhance IRB's capacity to undertake capital allocation across projects and to pursue efficiency gains through integrated operations. Market observers noted that such consolidations can improve project management and delivery, while providing a platform for further investment. Stakeholders may expect incremental improvements in asset utilisation and reductions in overlapping administrative costs as integration proceeds.

IRB will proceed with integration activities and focus on operational performance and return on invested capital as it brings the assets into its portfolio. The company signalled that it remains committed to supporting infrastructure development and delivering value for shareholders and stakeholders. Leadership reaffirmed that the acquisition aligns with the firm's medium term objectives for scale and resilience in a competitive market.

IRB has completed the acquisition of assets from Gandeva Ena in a transaction valued at Rs 12 billion (Rs 12 bn). The transaction forms part of the company's strategy to expand its infrastructure portfolio and secure long term revenue streams. The acquisition is expected to support sustained investment in project upkeep and service delivery across regions. The deal, announced by the company in a statement, covers assets that add scale to IRB's operations and complements its existing investments. Management described the acquisition as aligned with long term growth objectives and expected operational synergies to be pursued during integration. The buyer highlighted plans to standardise maintenance practices and integrate operations under its existing management systems. The value of Rs 12 bn reflects the converted figure from the original announcement in crores and will be used as the basis for reporting and investor communication. The company indicated that the acquisition is expected to contribute to cash flow generation over the concession periods associated with the assets. Accounting and reporting will follow prevailing regulatory frameworks and be reflected in future financial disclosures. The acquisition is anticipated to enhance IRB's capacity to undertake capital allocation across projects and to pursue efficiency gains through integrated operations. Market observers noted that such consolidations can improve project management and delivery, while providing a platform for further investment. Stakeholders may expect incremental improvements in asset utilisation and reductions in overlapping administrative costs as integration proceeds. IRB will proceed with integration activities and focus on operational performance and return on invested capital as it brings the assets into its portfolio. The company signalled that it remains committed to supporting infrastructure development and delivering value for shareholders and stakeholders. Leadership reaffirmed that the acquisition aligns with the firm's medium term objectives for scale and resilience in a competitive market.

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