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    RBM Infracon

    RBMINFRA
    Services·24 Nov 2025
    Management Summary

    RBM Infracon delivered a strong H1 FY26, showcasing significant YoY growth across revenue, EBITDA, and PAT, driven by robust project execution and the ONGC contract. The company is actively managing working capital for new projects and is preparing for migration to the main board. While facing challenges in securing new large orders and operational delays in ONGC, management remains optimistic about future growth and profitability.

    Highlights

    5

    • Total revenue for H1 FY26 was ₹284.19 crores (INR 28,419 lakh), a 175% YoY leap from ₹103.79 crores (INR 10,379 lakh).

    • EBITDA climbed 165% YoY to ₹38.07 crores (INR 3,807 lakh), with a margin of 13.41%.

    • Profit after tax (PAT) increased 172% to ₹26.91 crores (INR 2,691 lakh), yielding a PAT margin of 9.48%.

    • Diluted EPS reached ₹25.31, up 145% from last year.

    • The ONGC production enhancement contract for the Nandej oil and gas field was handed over seamlessly on January 17, 2025, ahead of schedule.

    Concerns

    4

    • Delay in receiving bigger orders due to clearance issues and challenging nature of projects.

    • ONGC new well mobilization faced a 10-15 day delay due to 'ridge mobilization'.

    • Winter season poses challenges for crude oil extraction due to pressure and crude getting stuck.

    • Labor availability and increasing costs are making project execution challenging.

    What Changed2

    vs Q4 FY26

    Guidance items12 → 7 (-5)Risks discussed4 → 5 (+1)

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Revenue₹284.19 Cr+1.8%YoY
    2. 02EBITDA₹38.07 Cr+1.6%YoY
    3. 03EBITDA Margin13.4%
    4. 04PAT₹26.91 Cr+1.7%YoY
    5. 05PAT Margin9.5%

    Capital allocation

    2
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹7 crores this quarter · ₹35 crores (FY26) planned

    Debt

    Gross ₹4.6 crores

    Guidance & targets

    7
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Revenue
    H2 FY26 Performance
    Better than H1
    		Low
    Revenue
    FY27 Revenue
    ₹100 crores
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Revenue Target (Next 2-3 years)
    ₹200 crores (or ₹100 crores minimum)
    		Medium
    Revenue
    ONGC Monthly Revenue
    ₹1 crore
    		High
    Volume
    ONGC Daily Barrel Production
    800-900 barrels per day
    		High
    Project Completion
    Epitome Project Completion Date
    March 2027
    		High
    Corporate Action
    Main Board Migration
    January-February (FY26)
    		High

    Large order announcements

    Next 1-2 months
    CurrentOrders in loop, clearance pending
    TargetSpecific large orders announced

    Why it matters

    Conversion of pipeline into confirmed orders is crucial for future revenue growth and order book expansion.

    Sir, last time when we spoke in Bharat Connect, you mentioned we will be receiving some bigger figure orders in next one or two months, but we haven't received yet any such big order in the exchange filing. So can you comment, like, what is the reason for that? Like, why no big order is coming to RBM Infra since a long time? (Aman Soni, Page 6) and अभी जो बड़े ऑर्डर हैं अभी already जो loop में ही हैं, अभी clearance मिला नहीं है। इसके लिए हम लोग clear नहीं किया है। बड़े order आने हैं और बड़े order में बहुत सारे challenging भी आते हैं और changing भी आती हैं तो उसकी वजह से वो अभी आ नहीं रहे हैं। शायद, more than देखिए 15-20 दिन में आने के chances हैं (Jay Bajrang Mani, Page 6)

    How to verify

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    Risks & concerns

    5
    RiskSeverity

    Delay in large order clearance

    Large orders are in the pipeline but clearance is pending due to complexity and challenging nature, potentially impacting future revenue. — Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    ONGC new well mobilization delay

    The November plan for new well drilling was delayed by 10-15 days due to 'ridge mobilization'. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Winter season impact on crude oil production

    Cold weather makes crude extraction challenging due to pressure and crude getting stuck, potentially affecting production progress. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Labor availability and cost

    Finding and managing labor for projects has become challenging and costly in the current market. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Low rates in Solar EPC

    Government rates for Solar EPC projects are very low, making it difficult to achieve profitable margins, leading to a cautious approach. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

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    “अभी जो बड़े ऑर्डर हैं अभी already जो loop में ही हैं, अभी clearance मिला नहीं है। इसके लिए हम लोग clear नहीं किया है। बड़े order आने हैं और बड़े order में बहुत सारे challenging भी आते हैं और changing भी आती हैं तो उसकी वजह से वो अभी आ नहीं रहे हैं।”

    Highlights potential delays in converting pipeline orders due to clearance issues and project complexity, impacting future revenue visibility.

    asked by Aman Soni

    3 min read8 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Robust H1 FY26 Performance Driven by Project Execution

    RBM Infracon reported a strong H1 FY26, with total revenue reaching ₹284.19 crores (INR 28,419 lakh), representing a significant 175% YoY increase. EBITDA grew 165% YoY to ₹38.07 crores (INR 3,807 lakh), maintaining a healthy margin of 13.41%. Profit after tax (PAT) also saw a substantial rise of 172% to ₹26.91 crores (INR 2,691 lakh), resulting in a PAT margin of 9.48% and diluted EPS of ₹25.31, up 145% YoY. This performance underscores the company's effective execution capabilities.

    02

    Key Project Milestones and Order Book Progress

    The company highlighted the successful completion of 100 projects, with 17 currently underway. The ONGC production enhancement contract for the Nandej oil and gas field was handed over ahead of schedule on January 17, 2025. The INR 957.61 crore EPC partnership with Epitome Industries India Limited is progressing well, with 95% civil work complete, 73% warehouse development underway, and significant progress in tank erection (110 out of 130), boiler installation (85%), gantry fabrication (70%), and refinery construction (50%).

    03

    Strategic Focus on Government Sector and Diversification

    RBM Infracon is strategically focusing on government sector projects, including railways, IOCL, BPCL, and ports, demonstrating a healthy 40-45% success rate in bidding. The company aims to leverage its existing order book for revenue growth and diversify into high-growth plans while maintaining a debt-free discipline. Management anticipates the allotment of a railway tender within the next 15 days, further strengthening its pipeline.

    04

    Working Capital Management and Inventory Dynamics

    The increase in inventory from ₹7.0 crores (INR 70 crore) to ₹15.1 crores (INR 151 crore) is primarily due to material purchases for new projects, particularly for the ONGC contract. Management clarified that these inventories are expected to normalize📎 as installations proceed. Loans and advances totaling ₹15.2 crores (INR 152 crore) are considered normal working capital deployment for ongoing large-scale refinery projects, involving advances to suppliers and vendors.

    05

    ONGC Project Outlook and Margin Expectations

    For the ONGC order, the company plans a CapEx of ₹35.0 crores (INR 350 crore) for 12 wells, with ₹7.0 crores (INR 70 crore) already spent without billing. Management targets a monthly revenue of ₹1.0 crore (INR 10 crore) from ONGC starting FY27 and aims for 800-900 barrels per day production by March 2026. Overall profit margins are currently in the 9-10% range but are expected to improve as new ONGC projects scale up.

    06

    Cautious Approach to Green Hydrogen and Solar EPC

    RBM Infracon has acquired land for a green hydrogen project but is currently prioritizing the ONGC contract due to its immediate revenue generation potential. The company plans to revisit green hydrogen within 3-6 months, awaiting market clarity and internal bandwidth. Similarly, the company is adopting a cautious approach to Solar EPC due to low government rates, which make profitability challenging, and is seeking private buyers for better margins.

    07

    Future Growth Targets and Main Board Migration

    The company has an internal revenue target of ₹200.0 crores (INR 2,000 crore) by 2027, with a minimum expectation of crossing ₹100.0 crores (INR 1,000 crore). RBM Infracon is also actively preparing for migration to the main board in January-February, having completed all necessary documentation as per NSE guidelines. This migration is expected to enhance investor participation and liquidity for the company.

    08

    Operational Challenges and Mitigation Strategies

    Management acknowledged several operational challenges, including delays in securing large order clearances due to project complexity, a 10-15 day delay in ONGC new well mobilization, and the impact of winter on crude oil production. The company is also addressing labor availability and increasing costs by engaging contractors and improving internal systems, including the hiring of a new CEO and implementation of ERP solutions.

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