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RBM Infracon Ltd

| H1 FY26 Earnings Conference Call

NEUTRAL SENTIMENT

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⬤24th Nov 25

Summary : RBM Infracon reported strong H1 FY26 growth driven by EPC and ONGC projects, with plans for main board migration and continued expansion, despite some order and project execution delays.

Management Perspective positive : Management expressed deep gratitude and honor, highlighting 'breath-taking 175% YoY leap' in revenue and 'unyielding love for the future.' They stated, 'we will do better in future' and are 'happy' with current performance and future prospects.

Concall Report Analysis & Insights

Business Overview

  1. RBM Infracon Limited has 31 years of experience, completing 100 projects with 17 underway.
  2. Specializes in mechanical and civil construction, fabrication, piping, storage tanks, and material handling.
  3. Serves major clients like Reliance Industries, Nayara Energy, Tata Chemicals, Adani, IOCL, and ONGC.
  4. Secured ONGC production enhancement contract for Nandej oil and gas field, delivered ahead of schedule.
  5. Engaged in a large INR 957.61 crore EPC partnership with Epitome Industries India Limited, 95% civil work complete.

Future Growth Prospects

  1. Achieved 175% YoY revenue growth in H1 FY26, reaching INR 28,419 lakh.
  2. Targets INR 2000 crore revenue by FY27, with a minimum of INR 1000 crore expected.
  3. Anticipates significant new orders in H2 FY26, including railway tenders and large EPC projects.
  4. Plans to drill 50 wells for ONGC, aiming for 800-900 barrels per day production.
  5. Preparing for migration to the main board of the stock exchange in January-February.

Management Insights

  1. H1 FY26 revenue grew 175% YoY to INR 28,419 lakh, with PAT up 172% to INR 2,691 lakh.
  2. EBITDA margin held at 13.41%, reflecting strong cost discipline.
  3. Emphasizes a debt-free discipline and expanding customer base.
  4. Committed to sustainable growth, on-time excellence, and zero compromise on safety and quality.
  5. Actively bidding for INR 1,500-1,700 crore worth of projects with a 40-45% success rate.

Signs of Skepticism

  1. Vague responses regarding specific timelines for large order confirmations.
  2. Lack of concrete details on the green hydrogen project's immediate execution plan.
  3. Management avoided giving specific H2 FY26 revenue or order book closing figures.
  4. Delays in ONGC drilling plans due to external factors like 'ridge mobilization' and 'ring' contractor issues.
  5. Unclear breakdown of profit margins between infra and crude oil businesses.

Risk Factors

  1. Delays in receiving clearance for large orders from clients.
  2. Challenges in mobilizing equipment and materials for ONGC projects.
  3. Impact of cold weather on crude oil extraction, causing operational difficulties.
  4. Material supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical conflicts like Russia-Ukraine.
  5. Market volatility and intense competition in the solar EPC sector.

Good To Know

  1. The company has grown revenue nearly fourfold and PAT over 13 times in three years.
  2. Hired Mr. Sridhar Iyer as CEO to enhance project bidding and management.
  3. Implementing ERP development and third-party TPI for financial modernization.
  4. Currently producing 15,000-16,000 barrels per month from existing ONGC wells.
  5. Aims to increase barrel capacity by 5,000-6,000 per month with new drilling.

Key Drivers

  1. Strong H1 FY26 financial performance.
  2. Large ONGC production enhancement contract.
  3. Migration to main board for broader investor base.
  4. Significant EPC partnership with Epitome Industries.

Key Analyst Discussions

Competitive Environment

  1. Management acknowledged competition in the market for projects.
  2. Stated ONGC projects have less competition due to high investment and profit.
  3. Mentioned direct bidding for port projects with other companies.
  4. Noted market rates for solar EPC are very low, making it less profitable.

Market Trends & Consumer Behavior

  1. Discussed market improvement in the infra sector.
  2. Acknowledged challenges with labor availability and rising costs.
  3. Mentioned crude oil prices and dollar rates impact profitability.
  4. Noted government announcements affecting labor costs and project quotes.

Financial Highlights

  1. Questions on INR 152 crore advances to suppliers and reasons for inventory increase.
  2. Inquiry about the sustainable PAT margin, stated at 9-10% overall.
  3. Discussion on CapEx requirements for the ONGC order, estimated at INR 350 crore for 12 wells.
  4. Management confirmed H1 performance as a baseline for future minimums.
  5. Plans to fund working capital through debt initially, considering equity post main board migration.

Product Composition

  1. Confirmed that most new orders are EPC projects, which offer better profit ratios.
  2. Explained the edible oil refinery project, including civil work, tank erection, and refinery construction.
  3. Clarified ONGC work involves well repair and drilling, with a target of 12 wells initially.
  4. Stated green hydrogen project is delayed due to market uncertainty and focus on ONGC.

Strategic Considerations

  1. Inquiries about the company's internal revenue targets for the next 2-3 years.
  2. Questions regarding the timeline and process for migrating to the main board.
  3. Updates on entering Andhra Pradesh, Kakinada ports, and related technical queries.
  4. Discussion on future funding plans for expansion, prioritizing debt over equity currently.