PRATHAM - Pratham EPC

📊 NSE: PRATHAM 🏢 Construction 📅 Last Updated: 12/14/2025 11:13

💰 Financial Performance

Revenue Growth by Segment

Consolidated operating income grew 31.27% YoY from INR 54.91 Cr in FY23 to INR 72.08 Cr in FY24. Standalone revenue grew 31.9% from INR 53.63 Cr to INR 70.74 Cr. Growth is driven by the execution of EPC projects in oil and gas pipelines and water infrastructure segments.

Geographic Revenue Split

Primary revenue is currently domestic (India). The company is expanding into the MENA region (UAE, Saudi Arabia) through its 100% subsidiary, Pratham International Contracting (PIC), incorporated in June 2024 to facilitate cross-country orders.

Profitability Margins

Consolidated PAT margin improved from 13.40% in FY23 to 13.84% in FY24. Standalone PAT margin increased from 13.67% to 14.20%. Margins are supported by sound operating efficiencies but are susceptible to aggressive bidding in tender-based contracts.

EBITDA Margin

Not explicitly disclosed as EBITDA, but the company maintained a healthy PAT of INR 9.98 Cr in FY24 (up 35.6% YoY from INR 7.36 Cr). Operating margins are restricted by intense competition in the construction segment.

Capital Expenditure

The company allocated INR 8.838 Cr from IPO proceeds for the purchase of machinery and equipment, with INR 8.099 Cr utilized as of September 30, 2025. This investment aims to enhance execution capabilities for large-scale pipeline projects.

Credit Rating & Borrowing

Assigned 'CRISIL BBB-/Stable' for long-term and 'CRISIL A3' for short-term bank facilities (INR 50 Cr total). Borrowing costs are supported by a low gearing of 0.06 times and a healthy interest coverage ratio of 7.55 times in FY24.

⚙️ Operational Drivers

Raw Materials

Not disclosed in available documents; however, typical EPC projects for pipelines involve steel pipes, welding consumables, and coating materials.

Capacity Expansion

Current capacity is represented by an unexecuted order book of INR 651.76 Cr as of November 2024. Expansion is focused on the MENA region through the new UAE subsidiary (PIC) and increasing the authorized share capital to INR 25 Cr to support larger project bidding.

Raw Material Costs

Not disclosed in available documents as a specific percentage of revenue, but profitability is sensitive to price fluctuations in construction materials which can impact fixed-price tender contracts.

Manufacturing Efficiency

Operating efficiency is critical to maintaining margins in the cyclical construction industry. The company utilizes its own fleet of machinery, funded by INR 8.099 Cr of IPO proceeds, to control project timelines.

📈 Strategic Growth

Expected Growth Rate

20%

Growth Strategy

Growth will be achieved through the execution of the INR 651.76 Cr order book, particularly the INR 482.51 Cr Sun Petrochemicals project over 24-36 months. International expansion into UAE and Saudi Arabia via PIC and a preferential issue of INR 10 Cr for business expansion provide the capital for scaling.

Products & Services

Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for oil and gas pipelines, irrigation systems, power projects, industrial projects, and water/environment solutions.

Brand Portfolio

Pratham EPC Projects Limited (PEPL).

New Products/Services

Expansion into cross-country pipeline orders within the MENA region (UAE, Saudi Arabia) is expected to contribute to future revenue through the PIC subsidiary.

Market Expansion

Targeting the MENA region (Middle East and North Africa) with the incorporation of PIC in June 2024. Domestic expansion is supported by an increase in authorized share capital to INR 25 Cr approved in November 2025.

Market Share & Ranking

Not disclosed in available documents; operates in the competitive SME EPC segment.

🌍 External Factors

Industry Trends

The EPC industry is seeing increased demand for specialized oil and gas pipeline infrastructure. Pratham is positioning itself by transitioning from a partnership to a public limited company and expanding internationally to capture higher-value cross-country projects.

Competitive Landscape

Intense competition from both organized and unorganized players in the EPC construction segment, requiring aggressive bidding.

Competitive Moat

Moat is built on the technical expertise of the mechanical engineer promoters (20 years experience) and established relationships with high-credit clients like Sun Petrochemicals. This provides a competitive edge in technical qualification for complex tenders.

Macro Economic Sensitivity

Highly sensitive to government and private sector infrastructure spending in oil, gas, and water sectors. Cyclicality in the construction industry impacts the timing of tender releases.

Consumer Behavior

Shift toward cleaner energy and water security is driving government and corporate demand for pipeline and irrigation infrastructure.

Geopolitical Risks

Expansion into Saudi Arabia and the UAE exposes the company to Middle Eastern geopolitical stability and regional trade regulations.

⚖️ Regulatory & Governance

Industry Regulations

Operations are subject to stringent technical standards for oil and gas pipelines and safety norms for large-scale infrastructure projects. Compliance with tender-specific regulatory requirements is mandatory for contract eligibility.

⚠️ Risk Analysis

Key Uncertainties

Dependence on tender wins (100% of revenue) and potential for margin contraction due to competitive bidding. Working capital management is a risk with GCAs at 330 days.