Tag: Hydropower

  • “Dibyashwori Hydropower Appoints Mega Capital Market as Issue Manager for 100% Right Shares Offering”

    “Dibyashwori Hydropower Appoints Mega Capital Market as Issue Manager for 100% Right Shares Offering”


     

    Dibyashwori Hydropower has chosen Mega Capital Market as the issue manager for its upcoming right shares offering to its existing shareholders. According to a media statement, the company will be issuing shares in a 1:1 ratio. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between the acting CEO of Mega Capital Market, Sulav Shrestha, the marketing head of the bank, Giriraj Pokharel, and the chairman of Dibyashwori Hydropower, Dadiram Niraula, along with Buddha Krishna Manandhar from the hydropower company. The signing took place during a program, as mentioned in the media statement.

     

  • “Manakamana Engineering Hydropower to Issue IPO Shares to Dolakha Locals and Nepali Expats”

    “Manakamana Engineering Hydropower to Issue IPO Shares to Dolakha Locals and Nepali Expats”


     

    “Manakamana Engineering Hydropower Limited Announces IPO for Locals and Nepalese Citizens Abroad”

    Manakamana Engineering Hydropower Limited has released an offer letter for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) specifically targeting project-affected locals from Dolakha District and Nepalese citizens working abroad. The IPO will be open for subscription from the 19th of Ashad to the 2nd of Shrawan, 2080. It is important to note that if the issue is not fully subscribed by the early closing date, it may be extended until Shrawan 17 for the locals of Dolakha District. However, the early closing date will remain fixed for Nepalese citizens working abroad, and no extension will be granted beyond that date.

  • “Dibyashwari Hydropower Company Proposes 100% Right Share Issuance”

    “Dibyashwari Hydropower Company Proposes 100% Right Share Issuance”


    Dibyashwari Hydropower Company Limited (DHPL) recently held a Board of Directors (BOD) meeting where they proposed to issue 100% right shares to their shareholders. Currently, DHPL has 2,640,000 unit shares listed in the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) and a paid-up capital of Rs. 26.40 Crores. With the issuance of the proposed right shares, the company’s paid-up capital will increase to Rs. 52.8 Crores. DHPL intends to utilize the funds raised from this issuance to clear the loans it has taken from banks.

     

  • Iwa Khola Hydropower Project Faces Disruption in Commercial Electricity Production Due to Flood Damage

    Iwa Khola Hydropower Project Faces Disruption in Commercial Electricity Production Due to Flood Damage


    The Iwa Khola Hydropower Project, with a capacity of 9.9 MW and operated by Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI), is currently facing disruptions in its commercial electricity production. The interruption is a result of damages caused by recent floods in the area.

    RIDI released a press statement informing that both units of the Iwa Khola Hydropower Project have ceased commercial electricity production since Ashad 1st, 2080, due to the flood-induced damages. The floodwaters have caused significant harm to the project’s headworks, headrace pipe, equipment at the powerhouse, and other infrastructure.

    This incident is part of a larger issue affecting several hydropower projects in Nepal. According to the Independent Power Producers’ Association – Nepal (IPPAN), a total of 13 hydropower projects, including the Iwa Khola Hydropower Project, have suffered damages during the floods on Ashad 1st and 2nd. These affected projects collectively have a capacity of 150 MW.

    The damages inflicted by the floods have resulted in a setback for the operation of the Iwa Khola Hydropower Project and other affected projects. Efforts will be required to repair and restore the damaged infrastructure before the resumption of commercial electricity production can take place.

  • Upper Syange Hydropower Limited Announces IPO for General Public

    Upper Syange Hydropower Limited Announces IPO for General Public


    Upper Syange Hydropower Limited has released its offer letter, signaling its intention to issue an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to the general public. The company plans to issue 539,500 unit shares with a face value of Rs. 100 each, starting from the 10th of Ashad, 2080. The goal is to raise Rs. 5.39 crore through this IPO. The initial closing date for the subscription is the 13th of Ashad, with a possible extension until the 24th of Ashad, 2080, if the issue is not fully subscribed.

    Out of the total 650,000 units, 10% (65,000 units) has already been allotted to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 5% (32,500 units) has been set aside for mutual funds, and 2% (13,000 units) has been allocated for the company’s employees. The remaining 539,500 units are available for the general public. Following the IPO issuance, the company’s paid-up capital will increase to Rs. 22 crores.

    Previously, the company had issued 2,20,000 unit shares worth Rs. 2.2 crores to project-affected locals in Lamjung District and 65,000 unit shares to Nepalese citizens working abroad. The promoter-public share ratio will be 60.45:39.55 after the completion of this IPO.

    Siddhartha Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the IPO. Interested applicants can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 100,000 units.

    CARE Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL) has reaffirmed the issuer rating of ‘CARE-NP BB (Is)’ for Upper Syange Hydropower Limited, indicating a moderate risk of default in meeting financial obligations in Nepal.

    Upper Syange Hydropower Limited, originally incorporated as Upper Syange Hydropower Private Limited on January 26, 2009, converted to a public limited company on March 30, 2017. The company is promoted by individual and institutional promoters from various backgrounds. It is currently working on the development of a 2.4 MW Run-of-River (RoR) Upper Syange Hydropower Project (USHP) in Lamjung district, following the BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer) mechanism.

  • National Hydropower Company Adjusts Share Price as it Prepares to Issue Right Shares

    National Hydropower Company Adjusts Share Price as it Prepares to Issue Right Shares


    The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has made an adjustment to the share price of National Hydropower Company Limited (NHPC) on Ashad 1, Friday. This adjustment was necessary as NHPC closed its books in preparation for issuing right shares, prompting NEPSE to establish a new share price.

    NEPSE has adjusted 50 percent of NHPC’s rightful shares, resulting in a revised share price of Rs. 182.7. This adjusted price was determined based on the closing price of NHPC’s shares in the previous trading day, which was Rs. 223.10. The revised share price will come into effect when trading resumes on Sunday in the secondary market.

    NHPC has announced plans to issue 50% right shares worth Rs. 82.21 Crores. This entails offering a total of 8,221,459.7178 (10:5) units of right shares to its existing shareholders. Currently, NHPC’s paid-up capital stands at Rs. 1.64 Arba, and it will increase to Rs. 2.46 Arba following the issuance of the proposed right shares.

  • Dobhan HydroPower Company Appoints Sanima Capital as Issue Manager for Upcoming IPO

    Dobhan HydroPower Company Appoints Sanima Capital as Issue Manager for Upcoming IPO


    Dobhan HydroPower Company has recently chosen Sanima Capital as the issue manager for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO). The agreement between the hydro company’s Managing Director, Mr. Puranjan Rai, and the merchant bank’s CEO, Mr. Bishm Raj Chalise, was formalized during a program, according to a media statement.

    In the IPO, Dobhan HydroPower Company plans to offer 2.28 million unit shares to the general investors, amounting to a total value of Rs. 22.80 crore. The hydro company is presently involved in the construction of the Junbesi Khola hydro project in the Solukhumbu district, with 75% of the construction work already completed, as stated in the media release.

  • Chhyangdi Hydropower Company Limited Plans to Issue Right Shares

    Chhyangdi Hydropower Company Limited Plans to Issue Right Shares


    Chhyangdi Hydropower Company Limited (CHL) has submitted an application to the Securities Exchange Board of Nepal (SEBON) to add its right shares to the pipeline for preliminary review.

    The hydropower company intends to issue 100% right shares amounting to Rs. 38.67 Crores. This will be achieved through the issuance of 3,869,775 (1:1) units of right shares to its existing shareholders. Currently, the company has a paid-up capital of Rs. 38.67 Crores. Upon the successful adjustment of the proposed right shares, the paid-up capital of the company will be raised to Rs. 77.39 Crores.

    BOK Capital Market has been appointed as the issue manager for this right share issuance. The application for the issuance was submitted to SEBON on Jestha 22, 2080. The approval and subsequent details regarding the timeline and pricing of the right shares will be determined after the completion of the SEBON’s preliminary review process.

  • Three Star Hydropower Limited Announces IPO Offering to the General Public, Seeking Rs 6.13 Crore

    Three Star Hydropower Limited Announces IPO Offering to the General Public, Seeking Rs 6.13 Crore


    Three Star Hydropower Limited has recently released an offer letter announcing its Initial Public Offering (IPO) to the general public. The company plans to issue 613,162 unit shares with a face value of Rs 100 each, starting from the 5th of Ashad, 2080. The objective is to raise Rs 6.13 crore through this IPO. The early closing date for the issue is set for the 8th of Ashad, with a possibility of extension until the 19th of Ashad, 2080 if the issue is not fully subscribed.

    Among the total 738,750 units, 10% (73,875 units) have already been issued and allocated to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 5% (36,938 units) have been reserved for mutual funds, and 2% (14,775 units) have been set aside for the employees of the company. The remaining 613,162 units are available for the general public. Following the IPO issuance, the paid-up capital of Three Star Hydropower Limited will reach Rs. 49.25 Crores.

    Previously, the company had issued 492,500 unit shares worth Rs. 4.92 crores to project-affected locals of Khotang District and 73,875 unit shares to Nepalese citizens working abroad. Overall, promoter shareholders hold 75% of the company’s shares.

    Himalayan Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the IPO issuance. Interested individuals can submit applications for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 50,000 units.

    ICRA Nepal has assigned an issuer rating of [ICRANP-IR] B- (pronounced ICRA NP issuer rating B minus) to Three Star Hydropower Limited. This rating suggests a high risk of default regarding the timely servicing of financial obligations for issuers in this category.

  • Avasar Equity Diversified Fund Invests in Two Hydropower Projects in Nepal’s Dolakha District

    Avasar Equity Diversified Fund Invests in Two Hydropower Projects in Nepal’s Dolakha District


    Avasar Equity Diversified Fund, Nepal’s first domestic Private Equity Fund registered with the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), has recently entered into an investment agreement with Him Parbat Hydropower Limited. Under this agreement, the Fund will invest NPR 39.06 crore in the development of two Run-of-river hydropower projects in Dolakha District of Bagmati Province.

    The investment will be directed towards the Sagu Khola – 1 Hydropower Project, with a capacity of 5.5 MW, and the Sagu Khola Hydropower Project, with a capacity of 20 MW. Both projects have already concluded Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) on a take-or-pay basis. It is anticipated that the combined energy generation from these projects will amount to approximately 149 GWh per year.

    To connect the power generated by the projects to the national grid, a connection will be established through the Singati Substation. The projects have a target Commercial Operation Date set for Chaitra 29, 2081 (April 12, 2025).

    By providing financial support for these projects, the investment from Avasar Equity Diversified Fund aims to ensure their timely completion and contribute to Nepal’s commitment to clean and sustainable energy sources.

  • AHPC Board Decisions: Special General Meeting and Right Share Issuance

    AHPC Board Decisions: Special General Meeting and Right Share Issuance


    The Board of Directors of Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited (AHPC) recently held a meeting at 3 PM, where they made significant decisions. One of the key resolutions reached during the meeting was to convene a Special General Meeting (SGM) on Ashad 07, 2080. The purpose of the SGM is to discuss and seek approval for various matters pertaining to the company.

    The primary agenda on the table is the endorsement of the issuance of right shares in a 1:1 ratio. This means that AHPC plans to issue 18,679,626 right shares with a par value of Rs. 100, amounting to a total value of Rs. 1.86 Arba. The intention behind issuing these right shares is twofold and has specific targets for the allocated funds.

    The first objective is to invest 50% of the total amount raised through the right shares, which corresponds to 9,339,813 unit right shares worth Rs. 93.39 crore, into the Likhu Khola Hydropower Project. This particular project, with a capacity of 30 MW, is being promoted by PK Hydropower Pvt. Ltd. By allocating these shares, AHPC aims to support the development and implementation of the Likhu Khola Hydropower Project.

    The second objective is to utilize the remaining 9,339,813 unit shares worth Rs. 93.39 crore to repay the loan taken by AHPC for the Kabeli ‘B’-1 Cascade Hydropower Project, located in Panchthar. The issuance of right shares will facilitate the company in meeting its financial obligations and reducing its debt burden.

    These decisions, which include calling for an SGM and endorsing the issuance of right shares with specific allocations, will be presented during the Special General Meeting. It is during this meeting that AHPC’s shareholders will have the opportunity to discuss, deliberate, and ultimately vote on these matters. The outcomes of the SGM will shape the future actions and direction of Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited.

  • Ankhukhola Hydropower Company (AKJCL) Changes Right Share Ratio from 200% to 150%

    Ankhukhola Hydropower Company (AKJCL) Changes Right Share Ratio from 200% to 150%


    Ankhukhola Hydropower Company Limited (AKJCL) has recently announced a change in its right share ratio from 200% to 150%. During a board of directors meeting held on Jestha 17, 2080, the decision was made to issue 150% right shares on the company’s paid-up capital of Rs. 80 Crores. This decision aligns with the instructions given by the regulatory body.

    In a previous board meeting that took place on Baishakh 15, 2079, AKJCL had proposed to issue right shares in a ratio of 1:2. This move was intended to allow the company to invest a significant portion, at least 60%, of its shares in the Ganesh Himal Hydropower’s 20 M.W- Ankhu Khola-2 Hydropower project. However, the decision required approval from the Electricity Regulatory Commission. As a result, the company has now revised its right shares issuance, opting for a ratio of 150% from the paid-up capital of Rs. 80 Crores. This means that the paid-up capital will reach Rs. 120 Crores after the issuance of the aforementioned right shares.

    It is important to note that the issuance of these right shares is subject to approval from the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) and will also need to be endorsed during the company’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM).