Rane (Madras) to acquire Hindustan Composites' friction business for enterprise value of ₹370 crore

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Rane (Madras) Ltd (RML), on Tuesday, entered into an agreement with the Mumbai-based Hindustan Composites Ltd (HCL) to acquire its friction business, as going concern, on slump-sale basis for an enterprise value of ₹370 crore.

HCL’s friction business is a leading supplier of friction materials, with over six decades of experience across the automotive, railway, farm tractor and manufacturing sectors. Its product portfolio includes brake linings, brake pads, brake blocks, clutch facings, and manufacturing friction items, backed by in-house R&D and a pan-India distribution network. It operates two manufacturing facilities in Paithan and Bhandara, Maharashtra. Based on the latest audited financial results, Friction Business reported revenue of ₹315.04 crore and PBT of ₹40.29 crore in FY26, said a discharge.

As part of the acquisition, RML also acquires the brand “COMPO”, which reinforces Rane’s leadership position by expanding its reach across segments, distributors, fleet operators and aftermarket channels.

Building on RML’s established leadership in the friction business—spanning passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, aftermarket and railways, alongside an export business aggregating revenue of over ₹700 crore—this transaction marks a transformative milestone. Upon completion, the acquisition will create a ₹1,000 crore friction materials business, establishing RML as the market leader across all major segments, said the discharge.

The transaction is expected to unlock substantial operational synergies through manufacturing scale, an expanded distribution network and enhanced R&D capabilities. The expanded footprint is expected to serve as a critical launchpad to future business expansion.

Commenting on the acquisition, Harish Lakshman, Chairman, Rane Group, said: “This acquisition leverages Rane’s ability to create a market-leading friction solutions platform. By integrating these complementary businesses, we are uniquely positioned to address the evolving needs of India’s transportation needs while driving operational excellence and prolonged value to our stakeholders.”

The transaction, executed through a Business Transfer Agreement, remains subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions. It is expected to be completed by the end of the second quarter, the discharge said.

Published on June 30, 2026

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