Incorporation of APJSW Private Limited , Joint Venture Company to set up Konijedu Marlapadu Integrated Iron Ore Project .
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JSW Steel has formally incorporated its joint venture company, APJSW Private Limited, on August 25, 2025, in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. The JV is set up with JSW Steel holding 89% equity and Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation (APMDC) holding the remaining 11% as free ride equity. The JV will establish the Konijedu Marlapadu Integrated Iron Ore Project at a cost of Rs 1,075 Crore to mine and beneficiate low-grade iron ore. The project is expected to deliver about 1.3 million tonnes per annum of beneficiated iron ore concentrate, which will replace imported iron ore usage and generate cost savings for JSW Steel. The initial equity contribution by JSW Steel is small (Rs 89,000 at face value) as the entity is newly formed and yet to commence operations.
This is a backward integration move that secures a domestic iron ore source for JSW Steel, reducing dependence on imports and supporting long-term cost efficiency. It is a strategic positive for shareholders, though the financial impact will play out over the medium term as the project ramps up.