Detailed Narrative
Q3 FY26 Business Overview & Volume Growth
Tiger Logistics reported robust volume growth in Q3 FY26, with overall volumes increasing by 9% quarter-to-quarter and 52% year-on-year. This strong performance occurred despite a turbulent export market influenced by US tariffs and geopolitical issues in the Gulf region. The company noted a small dip in its overall top line, primarily due to freight rates reaching their lowest levels in years, which impacted revenue given its cost-plus business model.
Strategic Growth Drivers: TiGreen & Import Sector
The company's strategic focus on new growth engines, particularly the TiGreen vertical dedicated to renewable and solar logistics, yielded significant results. TiGreen is performing very well, contributing over 40% to the total revenue and demonstrating continuous growth. Additionally, deep selling efforts in the import sector have shown positive outcomes, complementing the existing businesses in the auto and government sectors.
CUBOX & Pharma Sector Update
The CUBOX LCL (Less than Container Load) model, which has been operational for nearly a year, is currently breaking even and generating some profits. However, its development and scaling are progressing slower than initially anticipated. In the pharma sector, the company has achieved strong penetration, particularly from its new office in the upper north region (Punjab, Haryana, Himachal belt), leading to substantial container exports globally.
Renewable Energy Focus & Hydrogen Strategy
Tiger Logistics is aggressively expanding its presence in the renewable sector, with aspirations to become one of the top five to seven service providers in solar sector logistics. The company is highly optimistic about this vertical, expecting increased logistics demand from solar companies planning significant CAPEX in the next two quarters for importing plants and machinery. Conversely, the hydrogen vertical is being approached cautiously, remaining in an exploratory mode without major investments due to its high CAPEX requirements and the market's nascent stage.
Air Freight Business & Geopolitical Impact
The air freight business experienced a decline, primarily attributed to US tariffs and a slowdown in European trade, which affected the movement of high-fashion goods and garments. Management views this impact as negligible for the overall business and anticipates a recovery. They are optimistic about future business as tariff issues are expected to settle and the European market stabilizes.
Capital Allocation & M&A Strategy
The company emphasizes maintaining strong financial hygiene, including diligent management of receivables to ensure timely payments. While actively open to inorganic growth opportunities, specifically through acquisitions of international freight forwarding or logistics companies, management has not yet identified a suitable target. The strategic focus for M&A is strictly on international logistics, with no plans to enter the domestic logistics market.