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    Trishakti Indus

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    Services·29 Jan 2025
    Management Summary

    Trishakti Industries Limited reported strong Q3 FY25 results, driven by its strategic pivot to heavy equipment hiring services. The company achieved significant revenue and operating profit growth in this segment, supported by 100% fleet utilization. Management outlined an ambitious CapEx plan for the coming years, focusing on high-tonnage machines and expansion into new segments like port equipment, while maintaining a conservative debt profile and targeting high returns.

    Highlights

    7
    • Q3 FY25 standalone revenue from equipment hiring stood at INR 1.75 crores, demonstrating a QoQ growth of 214%.

    • Standalone operating profit for Q3 FY25 was INR 1.20 crores, achieving a robust margin of 69%.

    • Consolidated revenue for Q3 FY25 was INR 1.57 crores, with an operating profit of INR 0.99 crores and a margin of 63%.

    • The company has committed to a CapEx plan of INR 400 crores over the next three financial years (FY25-FY27), with INR 50 crores for FY25, INR 100 crores for FY26, and INR 250 crores for FY27.

    • Expected Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) is in the range of 22-25%, with an average blended yield of 2.2% per month and an operating profit margin of 60-65%.

    • Power fleet utilization reached 100% during Q3 FY25.

    • Current debt-to-equity ratio is less than 1, with an average interest rate of 8.8-9% and an average tenure of 4 years.

    What Changed2

    vs Q4 FY25

    Guidance items8 → 11 (+3)Risks discussed4 → 2 (-2)

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Standalone Revenue₹1.75 Cr+2.1%QoQ
    2. 02Standalone Operating Profit₹1.2 Cr
    3. 03Standalone Operating Profit Margin69%
    4. 04Consolidated Revenue₹1.57 Cr
    5. 05Consolidated Operating Profit₹0.99 Cr

    Segment breakdown

    Monthly Rental Yield (Gross Block)EBITDA MarginRevenue (Gross Block)
    Heavy Equipment - Cranes2.2%2.2%2.7%
    Heavy Equipment - Man-lifters2.6%2.6%3.7%
    Heatmap· 3 shared metrics

    Capital allocation

    3
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹50 crores

    50-50 debt and equity for FY25, 30-70 debt and equity for FY26

    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    Cost 8.8% · Maturity: Avg 4 years

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    Company has a lot of cash in the bank and recently completed a preferential round, aiding in funding CapEx.

    Guidance & targets

    11
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Capex
    CapEx for FY25
    INR 50 crores
    High
    Capex
    CapEx for FY26
    INR 100 crores
    High
    Capex
    CapEx for FY27
    INR 250 crores
    High
    Profitability
    Return on Capital Employed (ROCE)
    22-25%
    High
    Profitability
    Average Blended Yield
    2.2% per month
    High
    Profitability
    Operating Profit Margin
    60-65%
    High
    Profitability
    EBITDA Margin
    60-65%
    High
    Profitability
    EBITDA Margin
    70-75%
    Medium
    Debt
    Average Debt Tenure
    5-6 years
    High
    Segment Yield
    Port Equipment EBITDA Yield
    2.4% on gross block
    High
    Asset Management
    Resale Value of Machines
    35-40% after 8 years
    High

    Completion of FY25 CapEx

    next quarter
    CurrentINR 36 crores achieved (72-75% of INR 50 crores plan)
    TargetFull INR 50 crores CapEx completed

    Why it matters

    Completion of CapEx is crucial for expanding the fleet and generating future revenue, validating management's execution capabilities.

    we have achieved INR 36 crores of assets by Q3 only. So, we are 72%, 75% done with our CapEx for this financial year.

    How to verify

    capital_allocation.capex.fy_planned

    Risks & concerns

    2
    RiskSeverity

    Risk of not securing contracts or machine downtime

    Management mitigates this by conducting site surveys to ensure long-term contracts (2-4 years) with blue-chip companies, leading to 100% fleet utilization.Analyst acknowledged

    low

    Competition in new segments like port equipment

    Management views port equipment as an unorganized market with few players and plans to enter the electric segment, which is not yet established in India, giving them a first-mover advantage.Analyst acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “So basically, our heavy equipment fleet comprises of cranes, man-lifters and heavy earthmoving equipment. ... the cranes generally give us a base rental yield of 2.2% per month on the gross block and the man-lifters generally give us a rental yield of around 2.65-2.7% EBITDA margins on the gross block.”

    Clarifies the company's core offerings and their profitability metrics, which are central to the new business model.

    asked by Abhishek Rao

    3 min read7 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strategic Pivot to Heavy Equipment Hiring

    Trishakti Industries Limited has strategically shifted its entire focus to heavy equipment hiring services, moving away from its legacy oil and gas business. This decision, made in Q1 FY25, is driven by the massive demand in India's infrastructure sector. The company believes this sector offers sustainable high-margin and high-growth opportunities, aiming for an operating profit margin of 60-65% and an ROCE of 22-25%.

    02

    Q3 FY25 Financial Performance Highlights

    For Q3 FY25, the company reported a standalone revenue of INR 1.75 crores from equipment hiring, marking a significant QoQ growth of 214%. The standalone operating profit reached INR 1.20 crores, resulting in a robust operating profit margin of 69%. Consolidated revenue stood at INR 1.57 crores, with a consolidated operating profit of INR 0.99 crores and a margin of 63%. The power fleet utilization was 100% during the quarter, indicating efficient asset deployment.

    03

    Ambitious Capital Expenditure Plan

    Trishakti Industries has committed to a substantial CapEx plan of INR 400 crores over the next three financial years. This includes INR 50 crores for FY25, INR 100 crores for FY26, and INR 250 crores for FY27. By Q3 FY25, the company had already achieved INR 36 crores in assets, representing 72-75% of its FY25 target. The CapEx is funded through a combination of internal accruals and debt, with a projected 30-70 debt-to-equity mix for FY26.

    04

    Equipment Fleet and Operational Strategy

    The company's heavy equipment fleet comprises cranes and man-lifters, procured from top manufacturers like Sany India. Management emphasizes acquiring high-quality machines, even if 20-25% more expensive, due to their superior build, minimal downtime, and 3-year warranty. The focus is on high-tonnage machines (above 100 tonnes) to avoid saturated lower-tonnage markets, ensuring high demand and better resale value (35-40% after 8 years).

    05

    Clientele and Market Demand

    Trishakti Industries serves over 100 clients across 20+ industries, including blue-chip companies like Tata Steel, L&T, RVNL, and Jindal. The company leverages its existing vendor relationships to secure long-term contracts (2-4 years) after thorough site surveys, which contributes to its 100% fleet utilization. Management expresses strong confidence in the demand for infrastructure equipment for the next 10-15 years, driven by India's infrastructure boom and expansion plans of large corporates.

    06

    Debt Management and Financial Health

    The company currently maintains a healthy debt-to-equity ratio of less than 1. The average interest rate on its debt is 8.8-9%, with an average tenure of 4 years. To enhance cash flow and improve PBT/PAT, the company plans to increase its average debt tenure to 5-6 years. This disciplined approach to debt management supports its aggressive CapEx plans while maintaining financial stability.

    07

    Future Growth Avenues and Diversification

    Beyond its current offerings, Trishakti Industries plans to expand into new segments, including port equipment and wind energy. The company has already ordered 2-3 restackers for the port equipment segment, expecting revenue generation from April, with an anticipated EBITDA yield of 2.4% on gross block. They aim to enter the electric port equipment market, which is currently unestablished in India, providing a potential first-mover advantage. Expansion into wind energy is slated for the next financial year.

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