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    Deep Industries

    DEEPINDS
    Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels·30 Jan 2025
    Management Summary

    Deep Industries delivered strong Q3 and 9M FY25 results, marked by significant revenue and profit growth, and a substantial increase in its order book. Strategic initiatives in Production Enhancement Contracts and offshore services are progressing, though the new barge deployment faced delays. The company is actively pursuing new orders and evaluating acquisitions to support its ambitious growth targets, funded by a mix of internal accruals, QIP, and potential debt.

    Highlights

    5

    • Consolidated revenue for Q3 FY25 increased by 47% year-on-year to INR 154.8 crores, and for 9M FY25 by 33% to INR 408.9 crores.

    • EBITDA for Q3 FY25 grew 53.1% to INR 75.3 crores, achieving a strong margin of 46.1%, while 9M EBITDA grew 37.9% to INR 201.3 crores.

    • Net profit for Q3 FY25 rose 70.4% to INR 47.6 crores, and for 9M FY25 increased 44.6% to INR 127.9 crores.

    • The company's order book expanded by 125% year-on-year to INR 2,701 crores, providing strong revenue visibility.

    • Entry into Production Enhancement Contracts (PEC) and offshore services through Dolphin acquisition are expected to drive future growth.

    Concerns

    3

    • Deployment of the new barge is delayed due to waiting for a critical equipment from the U.S.

    • An arbitration award of INR 33-35 crores, though in the company's favor, has not yet been received as it was challenged by ONGC in higher court.

    • A PEC rig contract from Oil India was recently cancelled, requiring re-bidding with modifications.

    What Changed2

    vs Q4 FY25

    Guidance items7 → 11 (+4)Risks discussed3 → 4 (+1)
    Key financials

    Metrics

    7

    Periods

    2

    Q3

    4
    • Revenue
      ₹154.8 Cr
      YoY+47%
    • EBITDA
      ₹75.3 Cr
      YoY+53.1%
    • EBITDA Margin
      46.1%
    • Net Profit
      ₹47.6 Cr
      YoY+70.4%

    9M

    3
    • Revenue
      ₹408.9 Cr
      YoY+33%
    • EBITDA
      ₹201.3 Cr
      YoY+37.9%
    • Net Profit
      ₹127.9 Cr
      YoY+44.6%

    Capital allocation

    4
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹500 crores

    Internal accruals, QIP, and debt

    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    M&A

    Other businesses/asset holders

    acquisition · announced

    Liquidity

    Liquidity disclosed

    The company is raising INR 350 crores through QIP and plans to use internal accruals and debt for its capex and acquisition plans, emphasizing the importance of liquidity for future growth and potential acquisitions.

    Guidance & targets

    11
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Growth
    Overall Growth Rate
    more than 30%
    		High
    Growth
    Organic Growth Rate
    18% to 19%
    		High
    Growth
    Traditional Services Growth Rate
    19% to 20%
    		High
    Revenue
    PEC Revenue (FY26)
    6 months of revenue
    		High
    Revenue
    PEC Revenue (FY27 onwards)
    more than INR 100 crores
    		High
    Revenue
    FY26 Revenue Target
    INR 800 crores
    		High
    Revenue
    FY25 Revenue Guidance
    INR 570-575 crores
    		High
    Pipeline
    Bidding Pipeline Conversion
    INR 700 crores to INR 750 crores
    		High
    Capex
    FY Planned Capex
    more than INR 500 crores
    		High
    Capex
    PEC Capex
    INR 160-odd crores
    		High
    Margin
    EBITDA Margin Range
    45% to 47%
    		High

    Barge Deployment & Initial Revenue

    Next quarter (Q4 FY25)
    Current95% work done, waiting for critical equipment from U.S.
    TargetDeployment and revenue generation in Q4 FY25

    Why it matters

    Key new revenue stream, impacts FY25 and FY26 guidance and overall growth.

    As I mentioned, this should be happening only in this running quarter. So we'll definitely be having the glimpse of the revenues coming in for this quarter.

    How to verify

    key_financials.metrics[label='Revenue (Q4)'] or detailed_narrative

    Risks & concerns

    4
    RiskSeverity

    Barge Deployment Delay

    Deployment of the new barge is delayed due to waiting for a critical equipment from the U.S. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Arbitration Award Recovery Uncertainty

    An arbitration award of INR 33-35 crores is in the company's favor but has not yet been received due to ONGC challenging it in higher court. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    PEC Rig Contract Cancellation

    A PEC rig contract from Oil India was cancelled, likely due to required modifications, necessitating a new bidding process. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Market Dynamics for Barge Rates

    The company is exploring higher rates for barge deployment, indicating dynamic market conditions and potential uncertainty in securing optimal contracts. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “As I mentioned, this should be happening only in this running quarter. So we'll definitely be having the glimpse of the revenues coming in for this quarter.”

    Clarifies the timeline for a new revenue stream and management's strategy to explore higher rates.

    asked by Mukesh Panjwani

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strong Q3 & 9M FY25 Financial Performance

    Deep Industries reported robust financial results for Q3 FY25, with consolidated revenue growing 47% year-on-year to INR 154.8 crores. EBITDA for the quarter increased 53.1% to INR 75.3 crores, achieving a healthy margin of 46.1%. For the nine months ended December 31, 2024, EBITDA grew 37.9% to INR 201.3 crores, and net profit rose 44.6% to INR 127.9 crores. The company's order book expanded significantly by 125% year-on-year to INR 2,701 crores, providing strong revenue visibility.

    02

    Strategic Growth Drivers and Market Dynamics

    Management highlighted three key growth segments: production enhancement contracts (PEC), charter hiring of gas processing facilities, and integrated project management services. The energy sector is experiencing a shift with pro-oil and gas policies globally and significant reforms in India, including the Oilfields Regulation and Development Act amendment. These reforms aim to boost investor confidence, streamline regulations, and incentivize exploration and production, which Deep Industries believes will unlock untapped hydrocarbon reserves and fortify India's energy security.

    03

    Production Enhancement Contract (PEC) Outlook

    Deep Industries has secured a PEC for 8 oil and gas fields in Rajamundry, aiming to enhance production with a revenue-sharing model. The handover is expected by the end of the current quarter, with initial revenue anticipated for about 6 months in FY26. From FY27 onwards, this contract is projected to generate over INR 100 crores annually, with an estimated capex of INR 160 crores over two years. The company is optimistic about this segment becoming one of its largest growth drivers.

    04

    Barge Deployment and Offshore Services Expansion

    The company's barge deployment, a key new revenue stream, is 95% complete but delayed due to a critical equipment import from the U.S. Deployment is now expected in the current quarter, with management exploring higher charter rates. Through the Dolphin acquisition, Deep Industries is expanding into offshore services, planning to add tugs and vessels, with one anchor-handling tug already acquired and set to operate this quarter, targeting lucrative EBITDA margins over 50%.

    05

    Capital Allocation and Funding Strategy

    For the next financial year, Deep Industries plans a capex of over INR 500 crores for existing projects and potential acquisitions. To fund this, the company is raising INR 350 crores through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP), with the balance to be met through internal accruals and debt. The company currently maintains a 'net debt free' status and is open to raising further debt as needed for growth, emphasizing the importance of liquidity for future acquisitions.

    06

    Bidding Pipeline and Future Growth Targets

    The current bidding pipeline stands at INR 700-750 crores, with an expected conversion within 3-6 months based on a 50% success ratio. The company is targeting an overall growth rate of more than 30% year-on-year for the next three years, with organic growth expected at 18-19%. For FY26, Deep Industries is targeting a revenue of INR 800 crores, supported by full-year revenue from Dolphin's Barge and 6 months of PEC revenue.

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