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    IRB Infra.Devl.

    IRBGood
    Construction·30 Oct 2024
    Management Summary

    IRB Infrastructure delivered a resilient performance in Q2 FY25, navigating a challenging quarter marked by unprecedented monsoon rains that hampered EPC execution. While construction revenue dipped 10%, toll revenues and Private InvIT collections showed growth, underscoring the stability of the asset portfolio. The company is aggressively positioning itself for a significant bidding pipeline in H2 FY25, backed by a strengthened balance sheet following a successful $200 million bond issuance.

    Highlights

    8

    • Total consolidated income stood at ₹1,752 crores, a 7% YoY decline primarily due to heavy monsoon impact on construction.

    • Consolidated toll revenues grew 2% YoY to ₹600 crores, despite severe rainfall affecting traffic corridors.

    • PAT (after share of loss from JV) increased 4% YoY to ₹100 crores, while Cash Profit rose 3% to ₹415 crores.

    • Total order book remains robust at approximately ₹32,600 crores, with an EPC order book of ₹4,000 crores.

    • Successfully raised US$ 200 Mn through 7.11% Senior Secured Notes to strengthen liquidity and refinance debt.

    • Private InvIT per-day collection surged 46% YoY to ₹9.94 crores, driven by traffic growth and new project additions.

    • Management declared an interim dividend of 10%, amounting to approximately ₹60 crores.

    • Identified a near-term bidding pipeline of ₹37,000 crores comprising BOT and TOT projects.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    05 metrics
    1. 01Total Consolidated Income₹1,752 Cr-7.0%YoY
    2. 02EBITDA₹933 Cr+1%YoY
    3. 03PAT₹100 Cr+4%YoY
    4. 04Cash Profit₹415 Cr+3%YoY
    5. 05Order Book₹32,600 Cr

    Segment breakdown

    GrowthRevenue
    Construction-10%₹1,152 Cr
    Toll2%₹600 Cr
    Private InvIT46%—
    Heatmap· 2 shared metrics

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Market Share
    Market share in NHAI PPP projects
    10%
    		Medium
    Revenue
    O&M Revenue
    ₹2,000-2,500 crores
    		Medium
    Other
    Bidding Pipeline
    ₹37,000 crores
    		High
    Other
    BOT Project Bidding Timeline
    6-7 projects
    		High

    Risks & concerns

    5
    RiskSeverity

    Monsoon Impact

    Record-breaking rainfall in several states significantly impacted EPC execution and toll collection in Q2. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Bidding and Awarding Delays

    The bidding process from NHAI has been slow in the first half of the year, though acceleration is expected in H2. — Both acknowledged

    medium

    Regulatory Changes in Tolling

    Potential move to satellite-based tolling; management notes these are 'academic discussions' and concession agreements provide compensation for regulatory changes. — Analyst downplayed

    low

    Areas of Evasion(2)

    • Specific math on the exact number of projects they realistically expect to win from the pipeline.
    • Specific timing for when associate losses will turn positive.

    Q&A highlights

    3

    “unprecedented monsoon rains led to record-breaking rainfall... with the monsoon now behind us, execution is gaining momentum, and we anticipate a significant pickup in construction activity during the third quarter.”

    Confirms that the revenue dip was weather-related and not a structural issue with the order book or execution capability.

    asked by Alok Deora

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Monsoon Headwinds Impact Construction Execution

    The second quarter was heavily influenced by unprecedented🌐 rainfall across India, which led to a 10% YoY decline in construction revenue to ₹1,152 crores. Management noted that several states witnessed their highest rainfall this monsoon, causing flooding and site disruptions. However, they expressed confidence that execution is gaining momentum in October, with a significant pickup anticipated for the third quarter as the monsoon recedes.

    02

    Toll Portfolio Resilience and Private InvIT Growth

    Despite the weather challenges, consolidated toll revenues grew 2% to ₹600 crores. The Private InvIT segment was a standout performer, with per-day collections rising 46% YoY to ₹9.94 crores. This growth was attributed to a combination of organic traffic growth, toll tariff revisions, and the successful integration of new projects like Hyderabad ORR and TOT 12/13, which are generating positive cash flows despite accounting-led amortization losses.

    03

    Strategic Capital Raise and Liquidity Position

    IRB successfully completed a tap issuance of US$ 200 million in Senior Secured Notes at a 7.11% coupon, maturing in FY2032. The proceeds are earmarked for capital expenditure and refinancing existing loans, which management believes will further strengthen their liquidity position. The issuance saw participation from marquee global investors like Blackrock and Goldman Sachs, reflecting strong international confidence in the company's credit profile (rated Ba1/BB+).

    04

    Massive Bidding Pipeline Lined Up for H2

    Management highlighted a substantial near-term opportunity with a pipeline of approximately ₹37,000 crores. This includes four TOT projects expected to be bid by December and six to seven BOT projects slated for bidding between now and March 2025. Individual BOT projects are expected to be large, ranging from ₹4,000 crores to ₹7,000 crores each, and IRB intends to maintain its 34% market share in the sector.

    05

    Asset Monetization and the 'BEST' Strategy

    The company continues to follow its 'BEST' approach (Bid, Execute, Stabilize, and Transfer) to ensure a self-sufficient growth cycle. By executing projects through the Private InvIT, IRB reduces its equity requirement to 51% (roughly 15% of total project cost). Management signaled that they are working on further asset monetization strategies to ensure they have the resources to tap into the Government of India's ambitious ₹20 trillion PPP highway expansion plan.

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