Mumbai, 20 July 2024: JSW Infrastructure Limited (the “Company”), a part of the JSW Group and India’s second-largest private commercial port operator, today announced its results for the first quarter ended 30th June 2024.
Key Highlights for Q1 FY25
Cargo Handled Volumes of 27.8 Million Tonnes, up 9% YoY
Revenue of ₹1,104 Crore, grew by 20% YoY
EBITDA of ₹609 Crore up 24% YoY and EBITDA margin of 55%
PAT of ₹297 Crore
Balance Sheet, well positioned to pursue growth o Cash and Cash equivalents of ₹4,571 Crore
In an effort to combat global warming and climate change, JSW Infrastructure Limited announces its commitment to curtail its direct GHG emissions and achieve Net-Neutrality by 2050.
Consolidated Financial Performance Q1 FY25
During the quarter, the company handled cargo volumes of 27.8 million tonnes which is higher by 9% over the last year. The increase in the volume is primarily on the incremental volumes from the acquired assets and increased capacity utilisation at the Paradip Iron Ore and Coal Terminal. The third-party volumes stood at 13.8 million tonnes, implying a healthy growth of 48% Year on Year. As a result, the share of third-party in the overall volumes increased to 50% as compared to 37% a year ago.
The higher volume translated to 20% growth in the total revenue which stood at ₹1,104 Crore. EBITDA grew by 24% YoY at ₹609 Crore with a robust margin of 55.1%. As a result, PAT stood at ₹297 Crore.
Key Business update
Acquisition of majority stake in Navkar Corporation Limited: The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiary JSW Port Logistics Private Limited acquired 70.37% shareholding held by Promoters and Promoter Group in Navkar Corporation Limited (“Navkar”). The Enterprise Value (EV) is ₹1,644 crore.The acquisition will result in the Company’s foray into logistics and other value-added services. It will facilitate the business to offer improved port connectivity and streamlined supply chain solutions to its customers. The acquisition is a first step towards the Company’s long-term vision of building and scaling an efficient pan-India logistics network for last-mile connectivity. Further, it complements the growth strategy of increasing the Company’s share of port-related container cargo driven by India’s strong economic fundamentals.
Construction & Operation of “Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal”: The company received a letter of acceptance from Southern Railway, Chennai Division for a Contract for Construction & Operation of Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) at Arakkonam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The construction timeline is 18 months and capex is estimated at ₹150 crores. The terminal has excellent connectivity to rail, road and is near to the port. This is in-line with the company’s vision of setting up a pan-India logistics network for last-mile connectivity.
Signed a concession agreement with V.O. Chidambaranar Port, Tamil Nadu to develop a new 7 MPTA Cargo Berth: The Company will leverage its operational capabilities of handling bulk products and increase its cargo share on the East Coast. The asset provides access to the rich hinterland with a diverse cargo profile including dry bulk, coal, limestone, gypsum, rock phosphate & copper concentrate.
