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Business Standard
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
VA Tech Wabag rises as Q4 PAT jumps 37% YoY to Rs 99 cr
VA Tech Wabag jumped 7.69% to Rs 1,518 after the company's net profit surged 37.43% to Rs 99.5 crore on a 23.76% rise in revenue from operations to Rs 1,156.2 crore in Q4 FY25 over Q4 FY24. Profit before tax came in at Rs 131.1 crore, registering a 31.23% rise over Rs 99.9 crore a year ago. EBITDA rose 21.9% to Rs 140.8 crore, while the EBITDA margin declined to 12.2%, compared to 12.4% in the previous year. Total expenses climbed 23.17% YoY to Rs 1,038.3 crore, primarily due to a 31.04% rise in the cost of sales and services to Rs 941.9 crore. Employee benefit expenses also increased 27.88% to Rs 76.6 crore during the quarter. For the full financial year, net profit grew 20.24% to Rs 295.3 crore, while revenue from operations rose 15.32% to Rs 3,294 crore in FY25 over FY24. The company ended FY25 with a gross cash position of Rs 946.2 crore and net cash of Rs 589 crore, marking its fifth consecutive year of being net cash positive. Excluding hybrid annuity model (HAM) projects, net cash stood at Rs 706 crore. Order inflows during FY25 totaled Rs 5,700 crore, with a robust order book of Rs 13,700 crore, including framework contracts ensuring strong revenue visibility for the coming quarters. Commenting on the results, Rajiv Mittal, Chairman & Managing Director of VA TECH WABAG, said: We are especially proud to have been recognized by Global Water Intelligence as one of the top three global desalination players a testament to our leadership and the trust placed in us by our clients and partners. Our financial resilience was further reinforced by the upgrade of our long-term credit rating to AA- with a stable outlook, affirming the strength of our balance sheet and prudent financial management. Meanwhile, the companys board recommended a final dividend of Rs 4 per equity share for FY25, commemorating its centenary year. Va Tech Wabag is engaged in the business of the water treatment field. Its principal activities include design, supply, installation, construction, and operational management of drinking water, wastewater treatment, industrial water treatment, and desalination plants.
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Business Standard
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
VA Tech Wabag share rallies 10% on healthy Q4 nos; check key details here
VA Tech share price: VA Tech Wabag (VA Tech) shares were in demand on Thursday, May 22, 2025, with the stock rallying up to 9.93 per cent to hit an intraday high of ₹1,549.65 per share. What is the reason behind this rally? VA Tech share price surged after the company reported strong results in the March quarter of financial year 2025 (Q4FY25). The company's consolidated revenue from operations surged 15 per cent Y-o-Y to ₹3,294 crore, while its profit after tax (PAT) rose 20 per cent annually to ₹295.3 crore. The consolidated Ebitda stood at ₹430.2 crore. In standalone terms, revenue from operations rose 15 per cent Y-o-Y to ₹2,873.8 crore, while PAT zoomed 15 per cent Y-o-Y to ₹2,71.3 crore. The standalone Ebitda was ₹402.9 crore. The company's order book position is at ₹13,700 crore including framework contracts, which is providing robust revenue visibility. Also Read "We are pleased to close another year of strong and profitable growth, driven by our long-term strategy, Wriddhi This success reflects our disciplined execution, customer-centric approach, and commitment to delivering sustainable water solutions across global markets. We are especially proud to have been recognised by Global Water Intelligence as one of the top three global desalination players—a testament to our leadership and the trust placed in us by our clients and partners. Our financial resilience was further reinforced by the upgrade of our long-term credit rating to AA- with a stable outlook, affirming the strength of our balance sheet and prudent financial management,' said Rajiv Mittal, chairman & managing director, VA Tech Wabag. 'With a robust order book of ₹137 crore and a balanced EPC and O&M portfolio, we have strong revenue visibility and stable cash flows. FY25 also marks our fifth consecutive year of ending net cash positive, highlighting our operational strength and financial discipline. In recognition of this performance, and to commemorate WABAG's centenary, the Board has recommended a dividend of ₹4 per share, subject to shareholder approval As we look ahead, we remain focused on creating long-term value through innovation, sustainable infrastructure, and strategic partnerships that contribute to a water-secure future," Mittal added. VA Tech dividend VA Tech Board of Directors have recommended a final dividend of ₹4 per equity share of face value ₹2 each (200 per cent) for FY25 'The said dividend recommended to the Members of the Company, shall be subject to the approval of the Members at the ensuing 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company,' VA Tech said. ALSO READ | Smallcap stock hits record high in weak market; rallies 69% thus far in May About VA Tech VA Tech is a leading Indian multinational specialising in total water management solutions. The company offers end-to-end services including design, supply, installation, construction, and operation of water and wastewater treatment plants. Wabag's expertise spans across drinking water, municipal and industrial wastewater, industrial process water, and desalination systems. In addition to technical solutions, WABAG also delivers projects under BOOT (Build-Own-Operate-Transfer) and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) models, making it a full-spectrum player in the water infrastructure space. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, WABAG has established a major global footprint, operating in key regions such as India, South East Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Latin America.
Zawya
27-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Aqualia transforms house connection management in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: Aqualia, a leading global water management company, has revolutionized house connection services in Saudi Arabia's Northern Cluster through its collaboration with the National Water Company (NWC). By adopting an innovative strategy focused on efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and enhanced customer engagement, Aqualia has significantly improved service delivery, reducing backlogs and achieving a notable 89% customer satisfaction rate in 2024. Prior to the new strategy, house connection management was challenged by delays, limited real-time visibility, and inefficient request prioritization. In response, Aqualia implemented a structured system featuring daily tracking mechanisms, proactive customer communication, and KPI-based monitoring, leading to faster execution and improved service quality. The strategy ensures house connections are completed within 15 working days after payment and customer requests are processed within 5 working days before payment. These clearly defined KPIs have contributed to more transparent operations and measurable performance improvements. Operational enhancements were made possible through seamless collaboration between Aqualia and key departments involved in service delivery, including Back Office, GIS, and House Connections. Real-time dashboards and automated tracking tools have streamlined execution and enabled teams to proactively address delays. To reinforce service excellence, Aqualia also introduced performance-based incentives for contractors, tying their success to customer satisfaction metrics and operational timelines. This initiative has strengthened accountability while enhancing the overall customer experience. As Aqualia continues refining this model, future efforts will focus on automation, data integration, and cross-functional collaboration to sustain long-term improvements in house connection management and service quality. Aqualia's achievements in the Northern Cluster represent a new benchmark in water service efficiency, showcasing how innovation and operational excellence can deliver impactful results for communities. About Aqualia: Aqualia is the water management company owned by the citizen services group FCC (51%) and the Australian ethical fund IFM Investors (49%). The company is the fourth largest water company in Europe by population served and the ninth largest in the world, according to the latest Global Water Intelligence ranking (March 2021). It currently serves almost 30 million users in 17 countries: Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Spain, France, Italy, Mexico, Oman, Portugal, Qatar, Czech Republic, Romania, and Tunisia. In the 2020 financial year, the company had a turnover of €1.189 billion and maintained a business portfolio of more than €15 billion.
