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UHM Vacation

• UHM Vacation is coming out with an initial public offering (IPO) of 21,69,600 shares in a price band of Rs 157-166 per equity share. 
• The issue will open on June 04, 2026 and will close on June 08, 2026.
• The shares will be listed on SME Platform of BSE.
• The face value of the share is Rs 10 and is priced 15.70 times of its face value on the lower side and 16.60 times on the higher side.
• Book running lead manager to the issue is Sobhagya Capital Options.
• Compliance officer for the issue is Sanchita Dad.

Profile of the company

UHM Vacation is engaged in the business of travel and tourism aggregator services, offering comprehensive range of travel and tourism solutions under one platform. It is catering to the Business-to-Business segment. It sources and aggregates services from airlines operators, accommodation service providers, cruise lines, car rental companies, visa facilitators, and other travel service providers with direct connectivity or through third party aggregators and offers them to its clients as per their needs. This enables it to offer customers a wide range of travel services and curated options to meet their specific requirements through a single platform.

While its business has historically operated under an asset-light aggregation model, it intends to selectively adopt asset ownership and inventory-backed models in certain service verticals to enhance service reliability, improve margins, and strengthen customer experience, while continuing to leverage its technology-driven aggregation platform. It provides international and domestic air tickets booking services, accommodation booking services and other travel and tourism related services in which include, holiday packages bookings, tours & activities bookings, transfer management services, car rental services, visa services, cruise bookings etc. 

It provides services through a technology platform (the Platform) that connects travel service providers with travel buyers. Travel agencies (online and offline), corporate travel managers, and independent travel agents (together combinedly called ‘Agents’) use its Platform to search, compare, and book travel and tourism services. These services include flights, accommodation, cruise booking, car rentals, visa assistance and more, offered by various service providers (called ‘Suppliers’ or ‘Service Providers’). Its Platform enables buyers to efficiently search, compare and book multiple travel services through a single integrated interface. At the same time, it allows suppliers to manage their pricing, availability, and reach the right customers more easily. 

Proceed is being used for:

• Meeting the capital expenditure
• Funding for marketing and promotional activities
• Meeting working capital requirements
• General corporate purpose

Industry overview

India’s travel and tourism industry is one of the most significant contributors to its economy, with the country consistently ranking among the top 10 globally in terms of the GDP contribution from this sector. The rich diversity of India’s tourism offerings, ranging from its cultural and historical heritage to wellness and adventure tourism, gives the country a unique advantage in the global tourism landscape. India’s tourism sector thrives on its vast diversity that caters to a wide range of tourist interests. From the ancient monuments of the Indus Valley Civilization and the grandeur of the Taj Mahal to the rich spiritual heritage offered by its temples, shrines, and religious festivals, India is home to an unparalleled wealth of cultural and heritage tourism. Beyond its historical and cultural significance, India also boasts a rapidly growing wellness tourism sector, with globally recognized Ayurveda, yoga, and spiritual retreats attracting travellers seeking healing and rejuvenation. As people around the world become more health- conscious and search for ways to disconnect from their stressful lifestyles, India’s wellness offerings have gained prominence, further boosting its position as a global tourism powerhouse. 

In 2024, the travel and tourism sector contributed around 5% to India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), highlighting its critical role in the national economy. This figure reflects both direct contributions - from services like hotels, travel agencies, transport, and leisure services - and indirect contributions such as supply chain and investment impacts. India's tourism market is currently estimated to be worth $22.5 billion in 2024, reflecting strong post- pandemic recovery. The market size includes spending on domestic and inbound travel, accommodation, food services, entertainment, and cultural activities. Growth has been propelled by increased domestic travel, a surge in interest for wellness and spiritual tourism, and improved digital travel infrastructure. The Indian tourism market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% until 2033.

India's demographic dividend, characterized by a burgeoning working-age population, is a significant catalyst for the tourism industry's expansion. The Ministry of Tourism's studies highlight that variables such as GDP growth, disposable income, and age demographics are pivotal in forecasting tourism trends. As disposable incomes rise, more individuals have the means to engage in travel, both domestically and internationally. The government's commitment to improving transport infrastructure has markedly enhanced accessibility to various tourist destinations. Initiatives like the Swadesh Darshan Scheme have led to the development of tourist circuits, particularly in the Northeast, such as the Bhalukpong -Bomdila - Tawang circuit in Arunachal Pradesh. These projects encompass the construction of roads, accommodations, and other essential amenities, facilitating smoother travel experiences. The government's strategic use of digital platforms has amplified India's presence in the global tourism market. Campaigns like 'Incredible India 2.0' leverage social media and influencer partnerships to showcase India's diverse attractions. The Ministry of Tourism has also initiated programs to engage with digital audiences, recognizing the influence of online platforms in shaping travel decisions.

Pros and strengths

Comprehensive service offering: The company offers a broad and diverse range of travel services to travel agencies (online and offline), B2B sellers and resellers, corporate travel managers, and independent travel agents (together called Agents) and other business clients with a comprehensive one-stop platform for all their travel and tourism related needs. It aggregates a wide variety of offerings, including international and domestic air ticketing, accommodations services (including apartment and villa bookings), transfer management services, car rental services, visa service, holiday packages, tours & activities bookings, cruise bookings etc. Additionally, it provides flexible travel options for both fully independent traveller and group inclusive travellers. Its platform sources these products from a network of global and regional service providers, ensuring a wide selection of options at competitive prices.

Convenient and user-friendly platform: It offers a user-friendly platform that provides real-time availability, instant booking confirmation, and secure transaction processing. This ensures that its partners can deliver timely, reliable, and seamless travel and tourism experiences to their end customers. Its ability to offer a diverse range of services, coupled with a technology-driven platform, allows its agents to scale their operations, streamline their processes, and offer comprehensive travel and tourism solutions. Its integrated platform is designed specifically to serve the needs of travel agencies (online and offline), B2B sellers and resellers, corporate travel managers, and independent travel agents enabling them to deliver seamless booking experiences to their customers. With real-time availability of these services, travel agents’ agencies, other distributors can instantly access up-to-date information and book services at competitive rates for their clients. 

International market access: The company and its subsidiary platforms are built to serve a broad and diverse customer base across major regions, including India, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain etc. These markets are dynamic and expanding, each with unique customer preferences and requirements, providing it with the opportunity to cater to a wide spectrum of travellers. The GCC region, in particular, reflects strong demand across both luxury and budget travel segments. With a thriving market for services such as customized vacation packages, group tours, and corporate travel solutions, the region presents significant growth opportunities. Its extensive geographic presence allows it to engage with diverse customer segments from premium travellers to cost- conscious customers while mitigating risk through market diversification.

Risks and concerns

Reliance on the travel and tourism industry only: Its revenue is closely tied to the performance of the domestic and global travel and tourism industry. Its business model relies on the sustained demand for travel-related services, including accommodations, transportation, destination activities, and related experiences. Accordingly, its financial performance is directly influenced by trends and events affecting this industry. Several external factors beyond its control may negatively impact global travel demand, including but not limited to: macroeconomic conditions such as inflation, recession, or currency fluctuations; geopolitical events such as armed conflict, terrorism, or political instability; health-related crises including pandemics, epidemics, or government-imposed travel restrictions; environmental events such as natural disasters, extreme weather, or climate change-related disruptions; and regulatory changes such as visa policies, aviation rules, or safety mandates. 

Dependent on the Gulf Countries market for consolidated revenue: It operates through a subsidiary, Arabian Wonder FZC LLC, which handles all bookings processed in that GCC region, ensuring localized support and efficient service delivery. It has historically derived of its consolidated revenues from the Gulf Countries. The company is dependent on Gulf Countries, the sales of the company are widely dispersed throughout the Gulf countries and any failure to maintain such dispersion may impact sales, revenues, and consequently, the financial performance of the company. 

Business subject to economic cycles and seasonality: Its industry is cyclical and closely linked to overall economic conditions. Adverse changes in global or domestic economic growth, local market conditions, or consumer spending patterns could reduce demand for travel. A slowdown in India or other countries where it operates, or a global or domestic recession, may significantly impact its revenues and profitability. In addition, its revenues and cash flows are subject to seasonality and are influenced by factors such as school and public holidays, weather conditions, and political or social stability in travel destinations. Any disruption to its operations or adverse developments during peak travel seasons could lead to a decline in revenues and materially affect its results of operations, cash flows and financial condition.

Outlook

UHM Vacation is engaged in the business of travel and tourism aggregator services, offering comprehensive range of travel and tourism solutions under one platform. It is catering to the Business-to-Business segment. It offers a user-friendly platform that provides real-time availability, instant booking confirmation, and secure transaction processing. This ensures that its partners can deliver timely, reliable, and seamless travel and tourism experiences to their end customers. On the concern side, it proposes to invest in pre-purchased airline tickets and accommodation inventory as part of its strategy to enhance pricing stability, improve service availability, and expand its operating margins. While such inventory-backed arrangements may offer commercial and strategic benefits, they also expose it to significant operational, financial, and market-related risks. Further, it derives a significant part of its revenue from major agents. If one or more of such agents choose not to source their requirements from it, its business, financial condition and results of operations may be adversely affected.

The company is coming out with a maiden IPO of 21,69,600 equity shares of face value of Rs 10 each. The issue has been offered in a price band of Rs 157-166 per equity share. The aggregate size of the offer is around Rs 34.06 crore to Rs 36.02 crore based on lower and upper price band respectively. On performance front, the revenue from operations for FY25 stood at Rs 4,014.44 lakh whereas in FY24 it was Rs 3,061.23 lakh representing an increase of 31.14%. Moreover, profit after tax for the year ended March 31, 2025, stood at Rs 718.30 lakh and for the year ended March 31, 2024 it was Rs 527.06 lakh representing an increase of 36.28%.

Meanwhile, the company aims to strengthen its customer relationships by enhancing engagement with both existing and new clients. As it diversifies its service offerings, it intends to better understand customer preferences and deliver personalized travel solutions, thereby improving satisfaction, loyalty, and repeat business. In addition, the company is planning to invest in inventory related to the pre-purchase of airline tickets and hotel accommodations. Under this model, it enters into advance purchase or pre-booking arrangements with airlines and hotels at pre-negotiated rates. This allows it to secure competitive pricing, lock in inventory ahead of demand, and improve its overall margins.

Eco Hotels and Resorts has informed that it enclosed a Press Release issued by the Company, titled, ‘Eco Hotels and Resorts Limited Expands Hospitality Footprint with of Its First Boutique Hotels and EcoSip Cafe in Udaipur’. The aforesaid disclosure is being made available on the Company’s website https://www.ehrlindia.in. The aforesaid disclosure is being made available on the Company’s website https://www.ehrlindia.in. 

The above information is a part of company’s filings submitted to BSE.