AEGISLOG - Aegis Logistics

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💰 Financial Performance

Revenue Growth by Segment

Consolidated revenue for Q2 FY26 grew 31% YoY to INR 2,294 Cr. The LPG segment saw record volume growth: Logistics volumes increased 32% to 1,407 '000 MT, Distribution volumes surged 49% to 192 '000 MT, and Sourcing volumes grew 7% to 208 '000 MT. H1 FY26 revenue stood at INR 4,013 Cr, up 20% YoY.

Geographic Revenue Split

Revenue is primarily driven by port-based operations across India, with key storage and terminal facilities located in Mumbai, Haldia, Pipavav, Kochi, Kandla, and Mangalore. Specific percentage split per region is not disclosed, but the company is expanding its 'Gateway Access to India' (Project GATI) across these key ports.

Profitability Margins

Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q2 FY26 increased 61% YoY to INR 244 Cr from INR 152 Cr, representing a net margin of 10.6%. For FY25, PAT was INR 788 Cr, up 17% YoY from INR 672 Cr. Profitability is driven by operating leverage and improved utilization across terminals.

EBITDA Margin

Normalized EBITDA for Q2 FY26 stood at INR 347 Cr, a robust increase of 46% YoY. The EBITDA margin improved to 15.1% in Q2 FY26 compared to 13.5% in Q2 FY25. Gas division profitability reached approximately INR 1,280 per tonne due to higher-margin distribution volumes.

Capital Expenditure

The company has a cumulative capex plan of INR 4,500 Cr from FY24 to FY27, with 50-55% already spent as of December 2024. An aggregate capital expenditure outlay of $1.2 billion is planned for Aegis and AVTL combined by next year, part of a long-term $5 billion plan by 2030.

Credit Rating & Borrowing

Aegis maintains a strong financial risk profile with a conservative debt gearing ratio of 0.6x, capped at 3.5x EBITDA. Consolidated debt stood at INR 2,884.42 Cr as of March 31, 2025. AVTL recently raised INR 2,800 Cr via IPO to repay bank borrowings and fund the Mangalore cryogenic terminal acquisition.

⚙️ Operational Drivers

Raw Materials

Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) represents the primary sourced product, accounting for the majority of the 'Cost of Sales' which was INR 1,896 Cr (82.6% of revenue) in Q2 FY26.

Import Sources

LPG is sourced through global markets to supply the Indian import and distribution network, utilizing terminals at major ports like Kandla, Pipavav, and Mangalore.

Key Suppliers

Sourcing is conducted through international gas suppliers and partners; the company maintains a strategic joint venture with Royal Vopak (Aegis Vopak Terminals Limited) for infrastructure and storage.

Capacity Expansion

Current expansion includes the acquisition of a cryogenic LPG terminal at Mangalore. Project GATI focuses on greenfield and brownfield expansions to reach a $5 billion valuation/outlay by 2030.

Raw Material Costs

Cost of sales was INR 1,896 Cr in Q2 FY26, up 31.5% YoY from INR 1,441 Cr, tracking closely with revenue growth. Procurement strategies involve arm's length infrastructure development for AVTL with 25% margins.

Manufacturing Efficiency

Efficiency is measured by terminal utilization rates; improved utilization and operating leverage were cited as primary drivers for the 46% EBITDA growth in Q2 FY26.

Logistics & Distribution

LPG Distribution volumes grew 49% YoY in Q2 FY26, reaching 192 '000 MT. This segment offers higher per-tonne profitability compared to bulk sourcing.

📈 Strategic Growth

Expected Growth Rate

20-25%

Growth Strategy

Growth will be achieved through 'Project GATI' which includes greenfield and brownfield expansions, M&A activity (like the Mangalore terminal), and entry into 'New Energy' sectors. The company aims for a $5 billion plan by 2030, supported by the AVTL joint venture and increased terminal capacity utilization.

Products & Services

Import and distribution of LPG; storage and terminalling services for LPG, Oil, Petroleum, and Chemical products; and construction of terminal facilities.

Brand Portfolio

Aegis Logistics, Aegis Vopak Terminals Limited (AVTL), Aegis Gas.

New Products/Services

Expansion into 'New Energy' projects and the acquisition of the Mangalore cryogenic LPG terminal are expected to contribute significantly to future volumes.

Market Expansion

Targeting all key Indian ports through Project GATI. The company recently listed AVTL to fund expansion and has already spent over 50% of its INR 4,500 Cr FY24-27 capex plan.

Market Share & Ranking

Aegis is a leading player in India's private LPG terminalling and storage industry, with the 'largest capex implementation in LPG' recently completed.

Strategic Alliances

Strategic partnership with Royal Vopak via Aegis Vopak Terminals Limited (AVTL), where Aegis holds a 44% stake and earns 25% margins on infrastructure development.

🌍 External Factors

Industry Trends

The industry is shifting toward cleaner fuels and increased port-led development. Aegis is positioning itself as a key infrastructure provider for India's growing energy imports, targeting a $5 billion scale by 2030.

Competitive Landscape

Faces competition from PSU oil companies and new private terminal capacities. ALL’s ability to diversify and maintain high capacity utilization is a key monitorable.

Competitive Moat

Moat is built on 'world-class infrastructure' at strategic port locations which are difficult to replicate (high entry barriers). The partnership with Royal Vopak provides a global technical edge and operational excellence.

Macro Economic Sensitivity

Highly sensitive to India's energy demand and LPG subsidy policies. GDP growth drives industrial demand for chemical and petroleum storage.

Consumer Behavior

Increasing shift toward LPG for industrial and domestic use in India supports long-term volume growth in the distribution segment.

Geopolitical Risks

Global LPG price volatility and supply disruptions from the Middle East could impact sourcing costs and volumes.

⚖️ Regulatory & Governance

Industry Regulations

Operations are subject to stringent safety and environmental norms for hazardous chemical and gas storage, as well as port authority regulations.

Environmental Compliance

The company ranks 144 out of 207 in the Refiners & Pipelines industry by Morningstar Sustainalytics, indicating ongoing commitment to ESG standards.

Taxation Policy Impact

Effective tax rate for Q2 FY26 was approximately 21.3% (INR 66 Cr tax on INR 310 Cr PBT).

Legal Contingencies

The auditor's report for FY25 did not identify material misstatements, but noted that five subsidiaries with assets of INR 2,602 Cr were audited by other firms. Specific pending litigation values were not disclosed.

⚠️ Risk Analysis

Key Uncertainties

Low-margin gas sourcing business (major revenue contributor) and the threat of competition from newly added capacities are primary risks. Potential impact could be a compression of the current 15% EBITDA margin.