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KMEW Secures Tonnage Tax Approval, Sharply Cutting Tax Burden and Funding Fleet Growth

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  • KMEW has secured a 10-year approval to shift from corporate tax to the Tonnage Tax Scheme from AY 2026-27.
  • The move is expected to sharply cut tax outflows, boost cash for fleet expansion, and improve KMEW’s competitiveness in inland water transport contracts.
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KMEW Secures Tonnage Tax Approval, Sharply Cutting Tax Burden and Funding Fleet Growth

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Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Limited ( (IN:KMEW) ) has issued an announcement.

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Limited has received approval from the Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Mumbai, to shift from the standard corporate tax regime to the Tonnage Tax Scheme for a 10-year period starting Assessment Year 2026-27, aligning with the government’s extension of this regime to inland vessels. By basing its tax outgo on vessel tonnage rather than profits, KMEW expects a significant reduction in tax liability, bolstering profitability, cash flow and capacity for capex-led fleet expansion, which management believes will enhance its competitiveness in bidding for contracts and strengthen its position in India’s inland water transportation market as the sector attracts more investment and cargo volumes.

More about Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Limited

Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Limited is an Indian marine services company engaged in shipbuilding, ship repair, vessel chartering and marine contracting, with a focus on inland water transport and related maritime infrastructure. The company is listed on both BSE and NSE and operates a fleet that positions it to benefit from regulatory and tax incentives aimed at expanding India’s inland waterways and shipping sector.

Average Trading Volume: 7,095

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: 40.15B INR

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