Sterlite Technologies’ US subsidiary faces $96.5-million penalty in Prysmian verdict

Data network solutions provider Sterlite Technologies Limited on Friday (August 29) said its US subsidiary, Sterlite Technologies Inc (STI), has been ordered to pay $96.5 million by a US District Court in South Carolina following litigation initiated by Prysmian Cables and Systems USA, LLC.The case involved allegations against STI and its employee, Stephen Szymanski, over violations of non-compete and confidentiality agreements. Prysmian claimed that Szymanski disclosed confidential information to STI, giving it an alleged unjust competitive advantage.

Szymanski and STI denied the allegations and asserted affirmative defences. Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) clarified that it is not a party to the dispute, and no claims have been made against STL.

Also Read: STL Q4FY25: Sterlite Tech net loss narrows to ₹40 crore; Revenue up 25% YoYOn August 9, 2024, after a three-week trial, a jury awarded damages of $200,000 against Szymanski and $96.5 million against STI. On August 29, 2025, the court affirmed the verdict while denying Prysmian’s post-trial motion for prejudgment interest.

STI said it believes the judgment is unsupported by the testimony, evidence, and applicable law, and intends to vigorously pursue all available post-trial remedies, including an appeal. The company added that the matter is sub-judice and the financial implications, if any, will be determined upon ultimate resolution.

Shares of Sterlite Technologies Ltd ended at ₹114.55, down by ₹6.20, or 5.13%, on the BSE today (August 31).

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