Announced Date: Apr 2022
Deal Tag: $28 Mn
Advised the successful bidder on the acquisition of Pawan Hans Limited, India's largest helicopter services company, through the Government of India's strategic disinvestment process
Media Coverage: Press Information Bureau
Client Context & Objective
The Government of India initiated the strategic disinvestment of Pawan Hans Limited as part of its broader privatization programme. The transaction involved the sale of the Government’s controlling stake through a competitive bidding process, attracting interest from multiple strategic and financial investors.
The successful bidder sought to acquire a market-leading aviation services platform with an established presence across offshore transportation, heli-tourism, emergency services, and government operations. The transaction presented an opportunity to build on Pawan Hans’ longstanding operational capabilities while supporting its future growth under private ownership.
Pareto Capital’s Role & Value Creation
Pareto Capital acted as advisor to the successful bidder throughout the transaction, supporting the client across bid evaluation, transaction structuring, commercial negotiations, and execution.
Pareto assisted in assessing the commercial and strategic merits of the opportunity, evaluating key business and financial considerations, and navigating the competitive disinvestment process. The team worked closely with the client and other advisors to coordinate due diligence, manage stakeholder interactions, and support negotiations through to successful completion.
The transaction represented a landmark privatization in India’s aviation sector and enabled the client to acquire a strategically significant asset with strong long-term growth potential.
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