Ahmedabad, May 1, 2025 — Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ), India’s largest private port operator, announced stellar financial results for FY25, showcasing a 37% surge in standalone net profit to ₹11,061 crore. The company’s revenue climbed 16% year-on-year (YoY) to ₹31,079 crore, while EBITDA rose 20% to ₹19,025 crore, driven by robust growth across its ports, logistics, and marine services verticals.
Financial Highlights: Record Growth Across Metrics
- Profit After Tax (PAT): ₹11,061 Cr (up 37% YoY), marking the highest-ever annual profit.
- Revenue: ₹31,079 Cr (up 16% YoY), with logistics revenue jumping 39% to ₹2,881 Cr.
- EBITDA Margin: Expanded to 61% (from 59% in FY24), reflecting operational efficiency.
- Dividend: Board recommended ₹7 per share payout, totaling ₹1,500 Cr.
- Debt Management: Net debt-to-EBITDA ratio improved to 1.9x (from 2.3x in FY24), with cash reserves at ₹8,991 Cr.
Operational Excellence: Mundra Leads the Charge
APSEZ handled 450 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo in FY25, a 7% YoY increase. Key milestones include:
- Mundra Port: Became India’s first port to cross 200 MMT annual cargo, contributing 47% of APSEZ’s domestic volumes.
- Vizhinjam Transshipment Hub: Operational since December 2024, it achieved 100,000+ TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) in a single month.
- Global Expansion: Acquisitions like Colombo’s West International Terminal (Sri Lanka), Haifa Port (Israel), and Australia’s NQXT Terminal strengthened international presence.
Strategic Growth Drivers
- Logistics Surge: Container volumes rose 20% YoY, supported by 12 multi-modal logistics parks (MMLPs) and 3.1 million sq. ft. of warehousing capacity.
- Marine Business Boom: Fleet expanded to 115 vessels post-Astro Offshore acquisition; marine revenue soared 82% to ₹1,144 Cr.
- Tech Integration: Digital platforms like navis (port operations) and Wheeler (customer portal) enhanced efficiency.
ESG Leadership and Accolades
APSEZ solidified its sustainability credentials:
- Net Zero Target: Committed to 2040, with 225 MW renewable capacity commissioned.
- Global Rankings: Ranked in the 97th percentile by S&P Global CSA; CDP awarded “A-” for climate and water security.
- Awards: Mundra Port won “Shipping Terminal of the Year,” while four ports received Greentech’s pollution control awards.
FY26 Outlook: Aggressive Targets
APSEZ projects:
- Revenue: ₹36,000–38,000 Cr.
- EBITDA: ₹21,000–22,000 Cr.
- Cargo Volume: 505–515 MMT.
- Capex: ₹11,000–12,000 Cr for port expansions, marine fleet upgrades, and logistics infrastructure.
“Our integrated model and execution excellence position us to become the world’s largest ports and logistics platform,” said CEO Ashwani Gupta.
Investor Takeaways
- Stock Performance: APSEZ shares (BSE: 532921, NSE: ADANIPORTS) are poised for growth, backed by strong fundamentals.
- Search Keywords: Adani Ports FY25 results, APSEZ dividend, Mundra Port record, Vizhinjam transshipment, Adani ESG ratings.
With a pan-India footprint and global ambitions, Adani Ports continues to anchor India’s trade growth while setting benchmarks in profitability and sustainability.
Stock Performance
APSEZ shares (BSE: 532921, NSE: ADANIPORTS) closed at ₹1,245 on May 1, 2025, up 3% post-results. Analysts cite dividend yield (2.3%) and port capacity expansion as key drivers.
Gautam Adani, Chairman, remarked: “FY25 marks our strongest performance yet. With strategic acquisitions and a focus on ESG, we are poised to lead India’s logistics transformation.”
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