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    TVS Supply

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    Services·11 Aug 2025
    Management Summary

    TVS Supply Chain Solutions reported a strong Q1 FY26, marked by revenue growth and a significant swing to profitability, largely aided by a one-time gain from TVS ILP. The company initiated 'Project One' for structural transformation in the UK and Europe, expected to yield substantial cost savings. While the ISCS segment showed steady growth and margin improvement, the GFS segment continued to face macroeconomic pressures and freight rate volatility, impacting overall margins. Management remains confident in its strategic initiatives and growth trajectory towards its PBT targets.

    Highlights

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    • Consolidated Revenue stood at INR2,592.3 crores, reflecting a 3.7% sequential growth and 2.1% year-on-year growth.

    • Adjusted EBITDA was INR173 crores with a margin of 6.7%, showing recovery from Q4 FY25's 6.5%.

    • Adjusted PBT (excluding TVS ILP share) improved to INR19 crores, up 35% YoY and 12% QoQ.

    • Reported PAT for the quarter was INR71.2 crores, a significant turnaround from a loss of INR3.9 crores in Q4 FY25.

    • A one-time exceptional cost of INR91 crores was recognized for Project One restructuring, with INR53 crores cash expense and INR38 crores non-cash impairment.

    • The company recorded INR177 crores as its share of profit from a strategic investment in TVS ILP, significantly uplifting total adjusted PBT to INR196 crores.

    • New business wins amounted to INR124 crores, with a strong order pipeline of INR5,300 crores, indicating future revenue visibility.

    • The company reiterated its target to achieve 4% PBT by Q4 FY27, driven by IFM turnaround, Project One savings, and operating leverage.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Consolidated Revenue₹2,592.3 Cr+2.1%YoY
    2. 02Adjusted EBITDA₹173 Cr
    3. 03Adjusted EBITDA Margin6.7%-8.2%YoY
    4. 04Adjusted PBT (ex-ILP)₹19 Cr+35.7%YoY
    5. 05Share of Profit (TVS ILP)₹177 Cr

    Segment breakdown

    • ISCS (Integrated Supply Chain Solutions)₹1,982.9 Cr76.5%
    • GFS (Global Freight Solutions)₹609.4 Cr23.5%
    Donut· Share of Revenue

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Profitability
    PBT Target
    4%
    		High
    Profitability
    Long-term PBT Target
    8-11%
    		Medium
    Cost Savings
    Project One Annualized Cost Savings
    INR110-120 crores
    		High
    Cost Savings
    Project One FY26 Cost Savings
    INR50-60 crores
    		High
    Margin
    ISCS Adjusted EBITDA Margin
    10-10.5%
    		High
    Margin
    GFS Normalized EBITDA Margin
    3-3.5%
    		Medium
    Revenue
    ISCS Revenue Growth
    mid-teens
    		High
    Order Book
    Order Pipeline
    INR5,300 crores
    		High
    Business Development
    Win Rate
    22%
    		High

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Macroeconomic pressures and freight rate volatility in GFS segment

    GFS segment continues to face uncertain tariff environment and softening freight rates, impacting revenue and margins, with volatility expected to continue. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Lower-than-anticipated volumes and delays in new contract revenue start dates

    New business wins in Q1 FY26 were muted due to lower volumes in some contracts and delays in revenue recognition for a few key engagements. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Slowdown in India business

    Q1 numbers from India Incit have been muted, which is reflected in the supply chain segment's performance in India. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

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    “We have started pilot programs in AI. We actually have scaled the deployment of AI in select engagements in U.K., U.S. and India, where we use a fair amount of visual computing and bringing in orders of efficiency. Agentic Al is something, which we will talk about over the next few quarters. We believe that there is a great scope for us to improve process efficiency and bring down the ability or bring -- increase our ability to drive more volumes with less using Agentic AI.”

    Reveals the company's strategy and progress in leveraging AI for operational efficiency and potential margin improvement, a key long-term differentiator in the services sector.

    asked by Sucrit Patil

    3 min read7 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q1 FY26 Financial Performance Overview

    TVS Supply Chain Solutions reported a consolidated revenue of INR2,592.3 crores for Q1 FY26, marking a 3.7% sequential growth and 2.1% year-on-year increase. Adjusted EBITDA stood at INR173 crores, with the margin recovering to 6.7% from 6.5% in Q4 FY25. The company achieved an adjusted PBT of INR19 crores (excluding TVS ILP share), representing a 35% YoY and 12% QoQ growth. Reported PAT was INR71.2 crores, a significant improvement from a loss of INR3.9 crores in the previous quarter.

    02

    Structural Transformation and Project One in UK & Europe

    Effective April 2025, TVS SCS integrated its Integrated Supply Chain Solutions (ISCS) and Integrated Final Mile (IFM) businesses in the U.K. and Europe under a single leadership, a program termed 'Project One'. This restructuring aims to consolidate warehouse infrastructure, streamline brand architecture, and rationalize manpower. Project One is expected to deliver INR110-120 crores in annualized cost savings, with INR50-60 crores of benefits anticipated in FY26 itself. A one-time📎 exceptional cost of INR91 crores was recognized in Q1 FY26 for this restructuring, comprising INR53 crores in cash expenses and INR38 crores in non-cash brand impairment.

    03

    Segment Reclassification and Performance

    The company reclassified its segment reporting, with ISCS now including integrated final mile services, and GFS (freight forwarding) becoming a stand-alone segment. The ISCS segment delivered steady growth, with revenue at INR1,982.9 crores, growing 2% sequentially and 4.1% year-on-year. Its adjusted EBITDA margin is currently around 8.3%, with a target to reach 10-10.5% in the medium term. The GFS segment reported INR609.4 crores in revenue, showing 9.7% sequential growth but a 3.8% YoY decline, primarily due to softening freight rates and macroeconomic pressures. Its current EBITDA margin is around 2%, with a normalized target of 3-3.5%.

    04

    Strategic Investment in TVS Industrial and Logistics Park (TVS ILP)

    TVS SCS realized significant value from its strategic investment in TVS ILP during Q1 FY26. TVS ILP transferred approximately 11 million square feet of developed assets into an InVIT platform, resulting in a share of profit of INR177 crores for TVS SCS. This gain significantly boosted the company's total adjusted PBT to INR196 crores for the quarter. Management clarified that this large gain is primarily a one-off📎 for Q1, with future contributions from TVS ILP expected to be normalized.

    05

    Business Development and Order Pipeline

    The company secured new business wins totaling INR124 crores in Q1 FY26, representing about 5% of Q1 FY25 revenue. While new business volumes were lower than anticipated due to delays in revenue start dates for some engagements, the order pipeline remains strong at INR5,300 crores, providing solid revenue visibility. The company's win rate stands at approximately 22%, and it continues to focus on converting opportunities across various sectors and geographies.

    06

    PBT Improvement Roadmap and Long-Term Vision

    TVS SCS reiterated its commitment to achieve a 4% PBT target by Q4 FY27. This will be driven by the turnaround of the IFM business, cost savings from Project One, and improved operating leverage. Beyond FY27, the company aims to build a roadmap to achieve an 8-11% PBT, aligning with industry benchmarks. Management expressed confidence in its diversified portfolio, disciplined cost management, and healthy balance sheet to navigate market volatility🌐 and capture growth opportunities.

    07

    AI and Technology Adoption

    The company is actively deploying AI in select engagements across the U.K., U.S., and India, focusing on visual computing and efficiency. Pilot programs are underway, with 'Agentic AI' aimed at improving process efficiency and driving more volumes with less. TVS SCS also utilizes its internal tool 'Sidekick', a ChatGPT-like platform, to enhance internal efficiency and leverage knowledge within the enterprise, indicating a strategic focus on tech-driven competitive advantage.

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