Samvardhana Motherson International Limited has established the Motherson ESOP Trust to manage its employee stock option scheme. The trust, formed with an initial corpus of ₹10,000, will oversee the administration and implementation of the Samvardhana Motherson International Limited Employees Stock Option Scheme 2025. The trust aims to benefit employees by managing and transferring shares under the scheme, contributing to employee welfare and retention.
Motherson ESOP Trust Establishment
Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (Motherson) announced the establishment of the Motherson ESOP Trust, an irrevocable trust, to administer and implement its employee stock option scheme. The decision was formalized on November 7, 2025.
Trust Purpose and Management
The primary purpose of the Motherson ESOP Trust is to manage the Samvardhana Motherson International Limited Employees Stock Option Scheme 2025. The trust will acquire shares of the company through primary issuance or secondary acquisition and transfer shares to beneficiaries as per the scheme’s terms. The trust aims to foster employee benefits and manage equity-based compensation plans.
Trust Structure
The trust was established with an initial corpus of ₹10,000. The trustees will administer the trust property and ensure the welfare of the beneficiaries by dealing in movable and immovable assets according to the scheme. Arjun Puri and Gautam Mukherjee have been appointed as trustees. The trustees will hold the trust fund and apply it to carry out the provisions of the Scheme as defined in the Trust Deed.
Key Provisions of the Trust
The trust is irrevocable and will continue until specific events such as the winding-up of the Settlor or the termination of the trust. The trustees have powers to manage the trust, administer the scheme, and acquire shares. Additionally, the trust ensures compliance with applicable laws and guidelines, including insider trading regulations and code of conduct. The trust will refrain from entering into any derivatives contracts. The board also reserves the right to amend or alter the scheme, provided such changes do not harm the beneficiaries.
Benefits to Employees
The establishment of the Motherson ESOP Trust enables Samvardhana Motherson International Limited to attract, retain, and incentivize employees. The trust allows employees to benefit from the company’s growth through equity participation, fostering a sense of ownership and alignment with the company’s success.
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