Deccan Transcon Leasing

Book Building issueSME₹65.06 Cr issue
+7.41%
Listing gain over issue price
Issue size
₹65.06 Cr
1 lot at cut-off
₹1,29,600
Lot size
1,200shares
Open
13 Sep 2024
Close
19 Sep 2024
Allotment
20 Sep 2024
Listing
24 Sep 2024

Listing performance

Issue price
₹108
Listed at
₹116
Listing-day close
₹110.25
Latest price
₹19.05
Close on 23 Oct 2026
Listing gain
+7.41%
Return since issue
-82.36%

Scheduled dates

Tentative timetable — a past date is not confirmation the step completed

  1. Open
    13 Sep 2024
  2. Close
    19 Sep 2024
  3. Allotment
    20 Sep 2024
  4. Refund
    23 Sep 2024
  5. Demat credit
    23 Sep 2024
  6. Listing
    24 Sep 2024

Issue details

IPO date
13 Sep 2024 – 19 Sep 2024
Listing date
24 Sep 2024
Face value
₹10 per share
Issue price
₹108 per share
Lot size
1,200 shares
Issue type
Book Building issue
Total issue size
₹65.06 Cr
Market cap at offer price
₹245 Cr
Promoter holding
87.17% → 64.13% pre-issue → post-issue
ISIN
INE0S7C01019
Registrar
MUFG Intime India Pvt.Ltd.
Lead managers
Unistone Capital Pvt.Ltd.
Registered office
Suite No 507, 5th floor, Image Capital Park, Image Garden Road, Madhapur, Shaikpet, Telangana

Reservation and application size

How the issue is split between investor categories, and what each may bid

Investor categoryShares% of net% of total
Anchor investor · within QIB14,00,400——
Market maker 3,30,000——

Application size

Minimum 1,200 shares per lot, in multiples, at ₹108

ApplicationLotsSharesAmount
Retail (min)11,200₹1,29,600
S-HNI (min)22,400₹2,59,200
S-HNI (max)78,400₹9,07,200
B-HNI (min)89,600₹10,36,800

Category limits

CategoryBid sizeCut-off
Retail (RII)Up to ₹2 lakhYes
Small HNI (sNII)₹2 lakh – ₹10 lakhNo
Big HNI (bNII)Above ₹10 lakhNo
EmployeeUp to ₹5 lakhYes

Bidding at cut-off means accepting the final issue price without naming one. Only retail and employee applicants may do so.

Anchor investors

Institutional allocation placed a day before the issue opens, carved out of the QIB portion and locked in after listing.

Shares allocated
14,00,400
Anchor portion
₹15.12 Cr
at ₹108 per share

Valuation and performance

Valuation at offer price

₹108 per share
MetricPre-issuePost-issue
EPS (₹)6.875.20
P/E (×)15.7220.77
Price to book (×)5.77—
Market cap—₹245 Cr

Key performance indicators

Latest reported period
Return on net worth
36.69%
ROCE
41.43%
Debt / equity
0.72
PAT margin
7.75%
NAV per share
₹18.73
Price to book
5.77

Single period as reported. Year-on-year movement is in the financials table below, where every period is published.

About Deccan Transcon Leasing

Deccan Transcon Leasing Limited, incorporated in 2007 originally as Libenil Logistics Private Limited and renamed to Deccan Transcon Leasing Private Limited in 2013, was converted into a public limited company in 2024. The company specializes in transportation of bulk liquids and hazardous chemicals utilizing tank containers as the primary mode of transport. It provides a mix of services including domestic logistics of tank containers, tank fleet management solutions, custom clearance, transportation, and Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCC) services. The company operates a fleet of more than 2,500 tank containers and more than 750 TEUs of box containers (both leased and owned). As of July 31, 2024, more than 100 customers have been associated with the company for longer than 3 years, and it has served more than 884 customers in the last one year. The company's revenues are primarily derived from freight and shipping services to the chemical and petrochemical sector.

https://www.deccantrans.com/ ↗

Company Analysis

from RHP

Deccan Transcon Leasing Limited provides end-to-end freight and shipping logistics solutions including tank container leasing, tank fleet management, custom clearance, and NVOCC services, primarily for the chemical and petrochemical industries.

Deccan Transcon Leasing Limited, incorporated in 2007 originally as Libenil Logistics Private Limited and renamed to Deccan Transcon Leasing Private Limited in 2013, was converted into a public limited company in 2024. The company specializes in transportation of bulk liquids and hazardous chemicals utilizing tank containers as the primary mode of transport. It provides a mix of services including domestic logistics of tank containers, tank fleet management solutions, custom clearance, transportation, and Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCC) services. The company operates a fleet of more than 2,500 tank containers and more than 750 TEUs of box containers (both leased and owned). As of July 31, 2024, more than 100 customers have been associated with the company for longer than 3 years, and it has served more than 884 customers in the last one year. The company's revenues are primarily derived from freight and shipping services to the chemical and petrochemical sector.

Freight and Shipping LogisticsTank Container LeasingChemical and Petrochemical LogisticsNon-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) ServicesSupply Chain and Logistics Solutions

Objects of the Issue

  • Funding capital expenditure requirements towards procurement of Tank Containers
    ₹2,774.76 lakhs p.28
  • Funding for working capital requirements of the Company
    ₹1,150.00 lakhs p.28
  • General corporate purposes
    p.28
  • Funding capital expenditure requirements towards procurement of Tank Containers
    ₹2,774.76 lakhs p.91
  • Funding working capital requirements of our Company
    ₹1,150.00 lakhs p.94
  • General corporate purposes
    [●] lakhs p.97
  • Funding capex for fleet expansion to increase the size of the fleet by containers
    p.131
  • Not specified in this part of the document

Issue Structure

Total Issue
Up to ₹ [●] Lakhs (60,24,000 Equity Shares of Face Value ₹10 each at ₹ [●] per share)
Fresh Issue
Up to 55,24,000 Equity Shares aggregating up to ₹ [●] Lakhs
Offer for Sale
Up to 5,00,000 Equity Shares aggregating up to ₹ [●] Lakhs
Price Band
Floor Price: ₹ [●] per Equity Share; Cap Price: ₹ [●] per Equity Share (Cap Price at least 105% of Floor Price)
Lot Size
[●] Equity Shares and in multiples of [●] Equity Shares thereafter
Face Value
₹ 10 each

Business Model

The company earns revenue primarily through providing freight and shipping services (94.27% of FY2024 revenue) and tank container leasing services (5.73% of FY2024 revenue). It offers end-to-end logistics solutions combining its own tank and box container fleet with third-party service providers. Revenue is generated through spot confirmations and tender-based contracts with customers, with services including tank container leasing, freight and shipping, custom clearance, and NVOCC services. The company has long-term lease agreements for containers ranging from 1-10 years with specific minimum lease periods.

Business Segments

Provision of freight and shipping services including domestic logistics of tank containers, custom clearance, transportation, and NVOCC services for transportation of bulk liquids and hazardous chemicals
Leasing of tank containers to clients for transportation of bulk liquids and hazardous chemicals
Provides domestic logistics and transportation services for tank containers carrying bulk liquids and hazardous chemicals
Manages a fleet of tank containers and box containers for clients, including both owned and leased units
Provides Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) services, custom clearance, and transportation services
Offers tank container leasing services for both domestic and international purposes, including domestic duty paid tanks for temporary storage and long-term lease options for dedicated product shipments. Tank container services include specialized modifications for safe transportation of dangerous goods by sea, rail, or road.
Provides shipping and freight forwarding services acting as intermediary between clients and transportation services. Services include chemicals and liquid bulk logistics in tank containers, domestic logistics of tank containers, customs clearance and transportation, and NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers) operations with owned and leased box containers.
Provision of freight charges and shipping service charges for transportation of goods, primarily bulk liquids and hazardous chemicals using ISO tanks
Leasing and rental income from letting out tank containers and other equipment to customers

SWOT Analysis

Strengths
  • • Extensive agency network with global coverage enabling access to worldwide shippers(p.27)
  • • End-to-end integrated logistics solutions under one roof(p.27)
  • • Long-standing customer relationships with 100+ customers associated for over 3 years(p.27)
  • • Large customer base with 884 customers served in the last year(p.27)
  • • Substantial fleet infrastructure with 2500+ tank containers and 750+ TEUs box containers(p.37)
  • • Listing on NSE Emerge platform enhances visibility and creates public market(p.89)
  • • Fleet expansion demonstrates commitment to meeting client demands across sectors(p.91)
  • • Long-standing business track record as qualitative strength(p.101)
  • • Strong knowledge and expertise of promoters(p.101)
  • • Global coverage through network of agents(p.101)
  • • End-to-end logistics solutions capability(p.101)
  • • Long-standing business track record with 5,000+ customers since 2007(p.130)
  • • Strong long-term customer relationships with 40% repeat business in FY24(p.130)
  • • Experienced promoter team with combined 60+ years in logistics industry(p.131)
  • • Global coverage through network of 42 agency agreements across 40 countries(p.131)
  • • End-to-end logistics solutions with tank containers, box containers, and NVOCC services(p.121)
  • • Strong financial performance with EBITDA margin expansion to 12.47% in FY24(p.129)
  • • Large fleet of 2,500+ tank containers and 750 TEUs box containers as of July 2024(p.131)
  • • Extensive agency network with global coverage(p.220)
  • • Large fleet and container capacity(p.220)
  • • Diversified service portfolio under single roof(p.220)
  • • ISO certifications for quality and safety(p.220)
  • • Strong partnerships including subsidiaries and associates(p.220)
  • • Experienced promoter team with shipping and logistics expertise(p.220)
  • • Growing customer base(p.220)
  • • Growing lease rental revenue segment(p.224)
Weaknesses
  • • High revenue concentration from top 10 customers (51.06% of revenue in FY2024)(p.37)
  • • Significant dependency on top 5 suppliers (31.61% of purchases in FY2024)(p.37)
  • • Lack of long-term customer agreements; reliance on spot confirmations(p.38)
  • • No Custom House Agent license; dependent on third-party CHA services(p.38)
  • • High fixed costs including lease rentals regardless of container utilization(p.40)
  • • Significant outstanding receivables of ₹4,160.09 lakhs as of March 31, 2024(p.40)
  • • Unsecured loans of ₹643.91 lakhs as of July 31, 2024 that may be recalled anytime(p.48)
  • • Historical delays and discrepancies in statutory filings with ROC(p.44)
  • • Heavy dependence on upfront payments reducing credit period from vendors(p.94)
  • • Significant working capital requirement due to invoice timing delays(p.94)
  • • Revenue decline in FY 2024 versus prior year(p.94)
  • • High trade receivable days increase working capital burden(p.97)
  • • Orders finalized monthly creating short-term commitment uncertainty(p.95)
  • • Heavy dependence on top 10 customers for 51.06% of revenue in FY24(p.129)
  • • Revenue decline of 15.06% in FY24 compared to FY23(p.129)
  • • High revenue concentration in Asia (73.33%) with limited diversification(p.128)
  • • Debt-to-equity ratio of 0.72, indicating moderate leverage(p.130)
  • • Over 80% revenue from chemicals & petrochemicals sector creates industry concentration risk(p.129)
  • • No dedicated fleet storage infrastructure; relies on third-party depot services(p.136)
  • • High customer concentration(p.227)
  • • High supplier dependence(p.227)
  • • Substantial debt obligations and finance costs(p.223)
  • • Significant GST and service tax litigation exposure(p.214)
  • • Trade receivable concentration with aging issues(p.209)
Opportunities
  • • Global freight & logistics market projected to grow to $18.69 billion by 2026 at 4.4% CAGR(p.27)
  • • Global logistics market expected to reach $6.55 trillion by 2027 at 4.7% CAGR(p.27)
  • • Expansion of in-house cloud-based ERP software with real-time tracking capability(p.46)
  • • Technology integration with 20% of fleet currently equipped with sensors and plans to extend to entire fleet(p.46)
  • • Capital expenditure planned for procurement of 2,774.76 lakhs worth of new tank containers(p.28)
  • • Strategic tank container fleet expansion to meet growing client demands(p.91)
  • • Significant customer base growth demonstrating market demand(p.94)
  • • Expansion into new partnerships and tie-ups with better credit terms(p.94)
  • • India positioned as fastest-growing major economy with strong FDI inflows(p.115)
  • • Strong domestic demand-driven economy providing growth leverage(p.116)
  • • Global logistics market expected to reach $6.55 trillion by 2027 at 4.7% CAGR(p.116)
  • • India's ports sector capacity expected to grow at 5-6% CAGR till 2022, adding 275-325 MT(p.120)
  • • Government investment of $82 billion planned for port projects by 2035(p.118)
  • • Strong e-commerce growth with global sales pace to reach $6.3 trillion in 2024(p.117)
  • • Expansion strategy targeting fleet growth and new geographic markets(p.131)
  • • Technology upgradation to digitalize services and improve operational efficiency(p.132)
  • • Government enabling 100% FDI for port/harbour projects and 10-year tax holiday for port enterprises(p.118)
  • • Expansion of leasing business model(p.221)
  • • Growth in associate company profits(p.224)
  • • Expansion of fleet capacity and service offerings(p.223)
  • • Diversification into new segments(p.220)
Threats
  • • High exposure to chemical and petrochemical industry (94.27% of revenue in FY2024)(p.38)
  • • Dependency on China-based supplier for tank containers amid strained India-China relations(p.40)
  • • China-based customer within top 10 customer base heightens geopolitical exposure(p.37)
  • • Significant fluctuations in fuel costs beyond company control impacting transportation service fees(p.39)
  • • Hazardous cargo handling exposes company to environmental and liability risks(p.43)
  • • Insurance coverage gaps for certain operational risks including explosions and terrorism(p.43)
  • • Foreign exchange rate fluctuations affecting US Dollar-denominated revenues(p.43)
  • • Intense competition from organized and unorganized players affecting market share and margins(p.48)
  • • Outstanding tax proceedings of ₹211.18 lakhs against the company(p.41)
  • • Regulatory changes and new compliance requirements in logistics and shipping sector(p.39)
  • • Global economic and political conditions beyond company control(p.53)
  • • Financial instability in other countries may increase Indian market volatility(p.53)
  • • Russia-Ukraine war and sanctions creating global economic disturbances(p.54)
  • • Trade war risks between large economies affecting Indian economy(p.53)
  • • Adverse sovereign debt rating revision could impact financing ability(p.54)
  • • Natural disasters and terrorist attacks could adversely affect operations(p.54)
  • • Highly fragmented and unorganized logistics industry with numerous small/medium competitors(p.135)
  • • Intense competition from both domestic and international players on pricing and service quality(p.135)
  • • India's merchandise exports fell from FY23 to FY24 impacting domestic logistics demand(p.118)
  • • Last-mile delivery costs comprise 53% of shipping costs, creating margin pressure(p.117)
  • • Complex regulatory compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions and international laws(p.138)
  • • Dependence on global trade patterns and international maritime regulations(p.138)
  • • Currency fluctuation risks with 60.77% revenue from exports in FY24(p.128)
  • • Volatile shipping rates and freight market cycles(p.223)
  • • Revenue decline in core freight business(p.222)
  • • Regulatory and tax uncertainties(p.233)
  • • Credit risk from customer defaults(p.233)
  • • Post-pandemic demand normalization(p.224)

Promoters

NameRolePre-IssuePost-Issue
Jaidev Menon ParathPromoter34.84%—
Karthika MenonPromoter29.09%—
Miriyala ShekharPromoter13.26%—
Pranav JaidevPromoter8.02%—
Navaneeth JaidevPromoter0.98%—
Jaidev Menon ParathPromoter34.84%—
Karthika MenonPromoter29.09%—
Miriyala ShekharPromoter13.26%—
Pranav JaidevPromoter8.02%—
Navneeth JaidevPromoter0.98%—
Kedar JaidevPromoter Group0.98%—
Jaidev Menon ParathPromoter34.84%—
Karthika MenonPromoter29.09%—
Miriyala ShekharPromoter13.26%—
Pranav JaidevPromoter——
Navaneeth JaidevPromoter——
Jaidev Parath MenonPromoter34.84%—
Karthika MenonPromoter29.09%—
Miriyala ShekharPromoter13.26%—
Pranav JaidevPromoter & Chief Operating Officer (COO)8.02%—
Navaneeth JaidevPromoter & Chief Technology Officer (CTO)0.98%—
Jaidev Menon ParathPromoter Selling Shareholder59,91,500—
Karthika MenonPromoter Selling Shareholder50,02,500—
Miriyala ShekharPromoter Selling Shareholder22,80,832—
Pranav JaidevPromoter Selling Shareholder13,80,000—
Rajeev MenonSelling Shareholder8,05,000—
Satarla Kishore ReddySelling Shareholder1,68,667—
Jaidev Menon ParathPromoter Selling Shareholder——
Miriyala ShekharPromoter Selling Shareholder——
Pranav JaidevPromoter Selling Shareholder——

Leadership

Jaidev Menon Parath · Chairman
Rajeev Menon · CEO
Sumit Kothari · CFO
Khushboo Gautam · Company Secretary and Compliance Officer

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Deccan Transcon Leasing IPO FAQs

What is the lot size of Deccan Transcon Leasing IPO?
The minimum lot size of Deccan Transcon Leasing IPO is 1,200 shares. One lot costs ₹1,29,600 at the cut-off price.
When does Deccan Transcon Leasing IPO open and close?
Deccan Transcon Leasing IPO opened for subscription on 13 Sep 2024 and closed on 19 Sep 2024.
What is the listing date of Deccan Transcon Leasing IPO?
Deccan Transcon Leasing IPO listed on 24 Sep 2024.
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