Issuer Profile
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Select Technologies Limited
(hereafter referred to as "SELECT" or "the Company") was
incorporated in Pakistan on October 13, 2021, as a private limited company
under the Companies Act, 2017, and was subsequently converted into a public
limited company on January 6, 2026. The Company's registered office is situated
at 152-1-M, Quaid-e-Azam Industrial Area, Kot Lakhpat, Lahore, Punjab,
Pakistan. SELECT is a subsidiary of Air Link Communication Limited (AIRLINK). From
July onwards, the Company has been listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)
through a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO). The IPO has received a
strong market response, with the book-building phase concluding at an
oversubscription of ~3.2x. The strike price was discovered at PKR 34 per share,
exceeding the floor price of PKR 28 per share, reflecting robust institutional
demand. Under the offering structure, 75% of the issue has been allocated to
institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals through book building,
while the remaining 25% was offered to the general public. At the discovered
strike price, the IPO has raised ~PKR 3.02bln, compared to ~PKR 2.49bln at the
floor price. The IPO proceeds have been utilized to strengthen the Company’s
manufacturing footprint and support future growth initiatives. The planned
allocation included the establishment of a state-of-the-art air conditioner
manufacturing and assembly facility at the Sundar Green Special Economic Zone
(SGSEZ), expansion of the television assembly line to include larger-screen
models, upgradation of the smartphone manufacturing plant and machinery, and
funding of working capital requirements. Based on the prospectus, ~25% of the
proceeds were earmarked for the AC assembly line, 17% for the smartphone plant
and machinery, 15% for TV assembly line expansion, and the remaining 43% for
working capital. The new manufacturing facility will also benefit from the
fiscal incentives available under the SGSEZ framework, including income tax
exemption until FY35, which is expected to enhance the Company's long-term cost
competitiveness and profitability. The Company was established to realize the
sponsors’ vision of developing a state-of-the-art mobile phone assembly
facility in Pakistan, promoting locally manufactured electronic products under
the “Made in Pakistan” initiative while creating employment opportunities.
Since the commencement of operations, SELECT has developed a strategic
partnership with Xiaomi, under which it locally assembles a broad portfolio of
Xiaomi smartphones. Over time, the Company has diversified its product
portfolio to include Xiaomi Smart TVs, Hisense TVs, and Hisense air
conditioners, broadening its presence in Pakistan's consumer electronics
manufacturing sector. SELECT’s existing manufacturing facility comprises over
120,000 square feet of covered area, including ~60,000 square feet of
clean-room space. The plant has an annual installed capacity of approximately
3.5 million smartphones under a single-shift operation, while AIRLINK’s
facility has an additional capacity of ~1.2 mln smartphones. The Company also
possesses an installed annual production capacity of ~180k Xiaomi Smart TVs.
During FY26, the Group assembled ~1.8 mln smartphones, compared to ~2.8 mln
units in FY25. To support its next phase of growth, the Group is nearing
completion of a new integrated manufacturing complex at the SGSEZ, Lahore. The
project spans eight acres, comprising three acres owned by AIRLINK and five
acres owned by SELECT, and will feature ~1.4 million square feet of
purpose-built manufacturing infrastructure. The facility will incorporate a 1
MW solar power system, which is expected to improve energy efficiency, reduce
operating costs, and support the Group's sustainability objectives. Beyond
serving domestic demand, the new complex has been designed to facilitate
exports of smartphones, LED televisions, home appliances, and other high-tech
electronic products for international brands, reinforcing the Group's long-term
strategy of expanding Pakistan's electronics manufacturing and export
capabilities.
Ownership
The Company is a subsidiary of
Air Link Communication Limited, holding approximately 90% of the shares, with
the remaining stake owned by the general public. The ownership structure of the
Company is deemed stable, with the majority stake held by the parent company.
The sponsoring family plays an active role in the group’s related businesses
and possesses a deep understanding of the industry. Under their leadership, the
parent company has experienced substantial growth over the years, a success
that is also reflected in the performance of Select Technologies Limited. The
sponsors of the Company do not hold any shareholding in other companies, which
contributes to a focused financial position. As a result, the financial
strength of the sponsors is considered to be adequate.
Governance
The board of Select Technologies
Limited comprises five members: Mr. Muzzaffar Hayat Paracha (Group CEO/
Director), Mr. Amir Mehmood (Group CFO / Director), Mr. Adnan Aftab (CEO of
SELECT), Ms. Hina Sarwat (Director), and Mr. Syed Nafees Haider (Director). The
board members are seasoned professionals with extensive experience in managing
business operations. Mr. Muzzaffar Hayat serves as the Chairman of the Board,
bringing over two decades of leadership experience. The Company has established
both an Audit Committee and an HR & Remuneration Committee to enhance board
effectiveness. Additionally, the inclusion of a female director on the board
strengthens the Company's commitment to a diverse and effective governance
structure. The Company's external auditors, M/s BDO Ebrahim & Co. Chartered
Accountants, are listed in Category 'A' on the SBP’s panel of auditors. They
issued an unqualified opinion on the Company’s financial statements for the
year ended June 30, 2025, affirming the Company’s compliance with applicable
policies and accounting standards. Currently, the Audit for FY26 is in process.
Management
The organizational structure of
the Company is organized into various functional departments, with each
department head reporting directly to the CEO, who in turn reports to the Group
CEO. Within each department, a clear management hierarchy is in place, allowing
for streamlined operations and efficient execution of tasks. The management of
the Company consists of qualified and experienced professionals. Mr. Adnan
Aftab, the CEO, holds a Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering and brings
over three decades of experience with leading companies. He is supported by a
team of skilled professionals across various divisions, ensuring efficient
operations and smooth reporting. Each department head is responsible for
managing the operations of the respective department. Clearly defined roles and
responsibilities within the organization contribute to the overall
effectiveness of the organizational structure. The Company has implemented an
integrated SAP system, comprising various modules. Management Information System
(MIS) reports are generated frequently for senior management, providing
detailed insights for informed decision-making. The Company has established an
in-house internal audit function to assess and report on risks arising from its
operations.
Business Risk
Pakistan’s cellular market has
reached a high level of maturity, with tele-density surging to ~80% in FY25 and
95% of networks now 4G-enabled; however, there are only a few 5G-supported
mobile sets in Pakistan. While macroeconomic headwinds, specifically elevated
inflation, high interest rates, and PKR depreciation, initially constrained
purchasing power and shifted demand toward affordable, locally assembled
models, the market showed a mixed recovery during 9MFY26. On the supply side,
improved foreign exchange liquidity and eased import restrictions facilitated a
modest rebound in local manufacturing, supported by government-led localization
initiatives. Per the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority’s (PTA) latest
statistics, Pakistan’s mobile handset market remained largely assembly-led,
although local production recorded a modest contraction during CY25. Local
production declined by ~3.7% YoY to 30.21 million units (CY24: 31.38 million),
comprising ~15 million 2G handsets and 16 million smartphones. In contrast,
handset imports increased to ~2.37 million units, indicating relatively
stronger demand for imported devices, particularly in higher-end and
specialized smartphone segments not fully catered to by local assemblers. During
6MCY26 (Jan–Jun '26), local mobile phone production declined ~8% YoY to 13.10
million units, comprising~7.32 million 2G phones and ~5.78 million smartphones,
while commercial imports rose sharply (~197% YoY) to2.55 million units, lifting
total mobile phone supply ~4% to 15.65 million units; local assembly
nonetheless continued to meet ~85% of domestic demand. The Company maintains a strategic
partnership with Xiaomi, a globally recognized technology brand, for the local
assembly and distribution of smartphones and Smart TVs in Pakistan. This
longstanding association reinforces SELECT’s established market presence and
operational credibility, while enabling access to internationally recognized
products and established consumer demand. In line with its diversification strategy,
the Company has recently partnered with Hisense for the assembly and sale of TVs
and air conditioners at its new Sundar facility, expanding its footprint beyond
consumer electronics into the broader home appliances segment and reducing
product concentration risk over the medium term. During FY25, the Company showed a
decline of ~33.4% in its topline and recorded a net sale of ~PKR 48,893mln
(FY24: ~PKR 73,460mln). Industry-wide demand has also softened, as reflected in
PTA statistics for CY25, which indicate reduction in overall production levels.
However, the Company’s margins improved at all levels, with gross, operating,
and net margins recorded at approximately 8.3%, 8.0%, and 3.3%, respectively.
The improvement in margins during FY25 was primarily driven by a reduction in
cost of goods sold (COGS), enhanced operational efficiency, and higher
non-core income. The sustainability of the Company is affirmed by SELECT’s
association with Xiaomi Corp., the Global Consumer Electronics & Smartphone
Giant, as its manufacturing partner for Xiaomi smartphones in Pakistan. Xiaomi
is the world’s second-largest vendor by handset shipments. Thus, boding well
for the sustainable and quality technology accessible to everyone in Pakistan. Net sales for the nine months ended March
2026 stood at ~PKR 23,052mln, reflecting a contraction of ~37.1% on a
period-over-period basis relative to FY25’s full-year net sales of ~PKR
48,893mln (FY24: ~PKR 73,460mln). The decline is partly structural, reflecting
the winding down of high-volume low-margin 4G device production as Select
repositions its product mix, and partly cyclical, driven by softer
industry-wide smartphone demand. Despite the topline compression, margins
improved materially across all levels: gross profit margin rose to 16.2% in
9MFY26 from 8.5% in FY25 and just 5.4% in FY24, driven by a shift toward
higher-value Xiaomi models, reduced raw material costs, and enhanced
operational efficiency at the existing facility. Operating margin followed suit
at 13.4% (FY25: 8.1%), while net profit margin expanded to 5.8% (FY25: 2.7%),
reflecting disciplined cost management and lower effective tax burden.
Financial Risk
Select’s financial risk profile has shown a
notable improvement in profitability metrics through 9MFY26 (period ending
March 2026), even as top-line revenue contracted in line with industry trends.
The Company’s margin recovery, improved debt service coverage, and significant
reduction in related-party borrowings are positive developments that partially
offset concerns around working capital elongation and the incremental leverage
being assumed through the new long-term loan facility. EBITDA for 9MFY26 stood at ~PKR 3,488mln
(FY25: ~PKR 4,191mln; FY24: ~PKR 3,897mln), while FCFO was recorded at ~PKR
3,169mln (FY25: ~PKR 3,448mln), indicating strong underlying operating cash
generation on a nine-month basis. The EBITDA-to-Finance Cost coverage improved
to 2.9x in 9MFY26 compared to 1.9x in FY25 and 2.6x in FY24, driven by both earnings’
improvement and a reduction in finance charges following the retirement of
related-party borrowings. The interest coverage ratio similarly improved to 2.7x
(FY25: 1.6x). The core debt service coverage ratio stood at 2.0x in 9MFY26, a
substantial improvement from 1.2x in FY25, reflecting stronger cash generation
and improved debt repayment capacity.
Working capital intensity increased
meaningfully in 9MFY26, with gross working capital days rising to 138 days
(FY25: 77 days; FY24: 27 days) and net working capital days extending to 91
days (FY25: 34 days). The primary driver was a strategic inventory buildup in
raw materials (107 days) ahead of anticipated new Xiaomi model launches and
HISENSE product onboarding, compounded by logistical delays. Trade receivable
days remained controlled at 15 days (FY25: 13 days), indicating maintained
collection discipline. Despite the WC elongation, the current ratio improved
markedly to 4.6x as at 9MFY26 (FY25: 2.9x; FY24: 3.7x), supported by a PKR
7,931mln reduction in current assets partially offset by a PKR 10,939mln
decrease in current liabilities, particularly the elimination of related-party
payables.
Total borrowings remained broadly stable at
~PKR 12,952mln in 9MFY26 (Jun-25: ~PKR 12,902mln). A notable structural
improvement was the full repayment of related-party borrowings, which stood at
PKR 4,125mln in Jun-25 but were reduced to zero by 9MFY26, deleveraging the
intra-group funding dependency. The leveraging ratio improved to 51.6% from
61.2% in Jun-25, supported by equity accretion through retained earnings.
Shareholders’ equity grew to PKR 12,156mln (Jun-25: PKR 10,818mln), driven by
the net profit of ~PKR 1,338mln for the period. Short-term borrowings
constitute 92% of total debt in 9MFY26 (Jun-25: 65.5%), reflecting the
Company’s continued reliance on STBs for working capital, which is a structural
characteristic of the mobile assembly business. Long-term project financing has
been secured through the syndicated loan facility for the Sundar Green Special
Economic Zone (SGSEZ) project while the short-term funding needs are expected
to continue being managed through Sukuk issuances. To date, Air Link and its
subsidiary, Select, have issued a total of nineteen (19) Sukuks/Instruments, of
which currently six (6) Sukuks are available in the market, and the rest have
been matured/redeemed. The following table outlines the current status of all
matured and active issuances of the Group:

Instrument Rating Considerations
About the Instrument
Select Technologies Limited has
issued its sixth Rated, Secured, Privately Placed, Short-term Sukuk-VI of PKR 3.0
billion on July 14th, 2026, marking a strategic financial move for
the Company. The Sukuk carries a markup at 6MK+1.10% with a tenor of six
months. The purpose of the instrument is to finance the Company’s working
capital requirements, primarily for importing CKDs used in mobile phones and
new products’ assembly.
Relative Seniority/Subordination of Instrument
The underlying instrument is
secured by a ranking charge over the Current Assets of the company.
Additionally, a Corporate Guarantee (“CG”) is also provided by Airlink
Communication Limited (Parent) to be equivalent to the outstanding issue size
plus any accrued markup in favor of the Investment Agent for the benefit of
Privately Placed Short Term Sukuk's holders during the tenor of the Issue.
Credit Enhancement
The Issuer shall maintain and efficiently
manage Debt Payment Account (“DPA”) under the lien of the Investment Agent,
whereby the payment equivalent to PKR 750 million shall be made starting from
47 days before the maturity date and every fortnight thereafter, such that an
amount equivalent to the full issue amount is available in the DPA 05 days
before the maturity date.
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