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    Sanghvi Movers

    SANGHVIMOV
    Services·9 Feb 2026
    Management Summary

    Sanghvi Movers reported Q3 FY26 revenue of INR719 crores, maintaining its annual guidance of INR1,000+ crores despite some quarterly volatility. The company is progressing with its INR629 crore FY26 capex plan, with significant deliveries expected in Q4. While gross debt stands at INR650+ crores, management highlighted strong demand, successful international expansion into Saudi Arabia and Botswana, and a robust inquiry pipeline of INR2,900 crores, aiming for margin normalization and working capital improvement in the coming quarters.

    Highlights

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    • Continued strength of demand across infrastructure, renewables, metal, cement, hydrocarbon, and core industrial segments.

    • Top line performance aligned with annual trajectory and healthy execution momentum in domestic and Middle East operations.

    • Long-term stable crane utilization range of 75% to 80% maintained, with Q3 utilization normalized to historical trends.

    • Successful entry into KSA market and first order secured in Botswana, opening doors to long-term opportunities in Africa.

    • Robust inquiry pipeline expanded to INR2,900 crores, indicating strong future demand.

    Concerns

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    • Exceptional items of INR8 crores charged in Q3 FY26 due to Labour Code impact and damaged assets.

    • Q3 revenue execution slowed down compared to strong capex plans, though management attributes this to timing differences.

    • Wind EPC segment experienced degrowth in revenues and lower margins (10-12%) compared to crane rental (50%+).

    Key financials

    Metrics

    6

    Periods

    3

    Headline

    3
    • Exceptional Items
      ₹8 Cr
    • Wind EPC EBITDA Margin
      10%
    • Crane Rental EBITDA Margin
      50%

    Q2 FY26

    1
    • Crane Hiring EBIT
      ₹50 Cr

    Q3 FY26

    2
    • Revenue
      ₹719 Cr
    • Crane Hiring EBIT
      ₹49 Cr
      QoQ-2%

    Capital allocation

    2
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹629 crores

    Debt

    Gross ₹650 crores

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Operating Metric
    Crane Utilization Range
    75% to 80%
    High
    Profitability
    ROCE
    mid-teens range
    High
    Revenue
    Annual Revenue
    INR1,000-plus crores
    High
    Breakeven
    Saudi Operations Breakeven
    12 to 14 months
    High
    Market Share
    Saudi Market Share
    almost 5%
    High
    Margin
    Margin Normalization
    further improvement
    Medium

    FY27 Capex Plan Disclosure

    next financial year
    CurrentBudgeting process ongoing, not yet disclosed
    TargetDisclosure of FY27 capex plan

    Why it matters

    Provides insight into future growth investments and capital allocation strategy.

    Sir, we are running that budgeting process in the company. And once this budget is approved by the Board of Directors, we'll reveal about the capex for the next financial year, sir.

    How to verify

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    Risks & concerns

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    RiskSeverity

    Quarterly revenue volatility due to timing differences

    Timing differences between quarters may occur for projects like wind EPC, but fundamental demand remains robust, and focus is on annual performance.Management acknowledged

    medium

    Exceptional charges impacting profitability

    INR8 crores charged in Q3 FY26 for Labour Code impact and damaged assets, with insurance claim under process.Management acknowledged

    low

    Execution risks in multi-geography expansion

    Management mitigates this by following customers, leveraging repeatable capacity, and diversifying capital investment across regions (e.g., Qatar leveraging KSA fixed costs).Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    Impact of anti-dumping duty on imported cranes from China

    Management noted 'things have been quiet' and 'status quo' since notification, but it could affect the industry and potentially improve margins.Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    Near-term margin pressure from deliberate investments

    Current year margins reflect deliberate investments in capability building (operating base, safety/training, local capability in Saudi, enhanced systems) rather than structural cost pressure.Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

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    “Sir, as I mentioned that we don't see a slowdown happening in the market because as I mentioned, that our inquiry pipeline has increased to almost INR2,900 crores, and we are seeing traction in all the core industries. I hope I have answered your question.”

    Analyst questioned if strong capex plans were translating to ground-level execution, which management denied by citing a robust inquiry pipeline.

    asked by Deepan Narayanan

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Business Performance and Demand Outlook

    Sanghvi Movers reported Q3 FY26 revenue of INR719 crores, contributing to a 9-month performance that is almost equal to the last financial year. Management reiterated its annual revenue guidance of INR1,000-plus crores, indicating an expected Q4 revenue of approximately INR300 crores with a potential variation of +/- 5%. The company noted continued strong demand across infrastructure, renewables, metal, cement, hydrocarbon, and core industrial segments, with its inquiry pipeline expanding to INR2,900 crores. Despite some quarterly volatility, particularly in the Wind EPC segment where EBITDA margins are 10-12% compared to 50%+ for crane rental, the overall demand fundamentals remain robust.

    02

    Strategic Geographic Expansion

    The company is actively pursuing its 'Elevate 2030' vision, which includes geographical expansion. Following a successful entry into the KSA market, Sanghvi Movers secured its first order in Botswana, marking an entry into Africa. Management explained this multi-geography approach is driven by following customers, leveraging repeatable capacity, and diversifying risk. Saudi operations are expected to breakeven within 12-14 months, with a target of achieving almost 5% market share in the next 3 to 5 years. The expansion into Qatar is planned to leverage existing fixed costs from KSA operations.

    03

    Capital Expenditure and Debt Management

    Sanghvi Movers has a strong capex plan of INR629 crores for FY26. A substantial portion has already been delivered, with INR121 crores pending in India and INR147 crores in Saudi expected in Q4. These investments are crucial for capturing the next multi-year growth cycle. The company's gross debt stands at approximately INR650 crores. Management emphasized disciplined capital allocation, with every capex decision evaluated under a return framework focused on utilization, yield, and long-term return on capital employed. The company aims to maintain a mid-teens ROCE on deployed capital.

    04

    Margins and Operational Efficiency

    Current year margins reflect deliberate investments in capability building, including expanding the operating base, strengthening safety and training infrastructure, building local capability in Saudi, and enhancing systems for a larger fleet. These investments are expected to lead to margin normalization and further improvement as the company enters FY27, driven by operating leverage as new assets are deployed and utilized. The company maintains a long-term stable utilization range of 75% to 80%. Exceptional item📎s totaling INR8 crores were charged in Q3 FY26, primarily due to Labour Code impact and damaged assets, with insurance claims under process.

    05

    Working Capital and Investor Relations

    The receivable movement in the previous quarter was attributed to billing and milestone timing across multiple sites. However, collections have accelerated in the current quarter, and working capital metrics are expected to normalize in line with historical levels. The company confirmed it has engaged E&Y for investor relations to enhance engagement with financial institutions and mutual funds. While management discussed its 'Elevate 2030' vision, it declined to comment on internal ownership or promoter stake changes, citing it as unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI).

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