Powerica Limited – Investor Presentation Summary
Key Operational Highlights
- Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹780.1 crore, representing 26.7% YoY growth
- DG Set business grew by 26.2% YoY to ₹635.2 crore despite marginal contribution from MSLG revenues
- Wind Power Business grew by 28.8% YoY to ₹145.0 crore primarily due to installation of additional 51.3 MW in Feb-26
- Data Center business contributed 20% of total Generator set business revenue in Q1FY27
- Current operational wind power portfolio of 330.85 MW across 12 projects
- DG Set order book as of 31st July 2026 stood at approximately ₹1,700 crore, with data centre-related orders close to ₹900 crore
Key drivers of operational performance: Strong order book in DG sets, addition of 51.3 MW wind capacity in February 2026, diversified customer base across commercial, manufacturing, infrastructure, and data centre segments
Segment-wise Performance
- Generator Set Business Division: Revenue ₹635.2 crore (81.4% of total), EBITDA margin 5.6%
- Wind Power Business Division: Revenue ₹145.0 crore (18.6% of total), EBITDA margin 48.6%
- MSLG business execution impacted by temporary logistical challenges in transporting and installing large engine sets
Explanation of significant changes in segment performance: Wind power margin improvement due to seasonality impact and additional capacity; DG set growth driven by strong market demand despite MSLG challenges
Financial Highlights
Revenue: ₹780.1 crore
EBITDA: ₹106.3 crore
PAT: ₹64.3 crore
EPS: Not Specified
Margins: Gross margin 33.5%, EBITDA margin 13.6%, PAT margin 8.3%
YoY/QoQ comparison: Revenue growth 26.7% YoY, EBITDA growth 20.4% YoY, PAT growth 27.3% YoY
Drivers of financial performance: Revenue growth across both segments, lower finance cost following IPO repayment of borrowings, higher other income
Comparison to market estimates: Not Specified
Key Risks: Commodity price inflation putting pressure on margins, lag in passing on input costs to diverse client base
Geographical Revenue Split
Domestic vs Export/Regional Revenue: Not Specified
Regional Breakdown: Not Specified
Balance Sheet Snapshot
Net Debt/Equity: Net cash of ₹193 crore as of Jun-26
Reserves: Not Specified
Current Assets/Liabilities: Not Specified
Working Capital/Leverage Metrics: Not Specified
Financial Health Insights: Strong cash position following IPO, reduced borrowings, improved liquidity
Capex & Cash Flow Health
Capital Expenditure: Not Specified for current period
Free Cash Flow: Not Specified
Operating Cash Flow: Not Specified
Net Debt Movement: Significant reduction following IPO proceeds utilization for debt repayment
Investment Rationale: Focus on wind power expansion, capacity enhancement in defense and allied businesses
Strategic & R&D Initiatives
Investments in Innovation: Expansion in wind power with visibility to reach 638.35 MW IPP portfolio; development of RECD technology through associate company Platino Automotive; capacity expansion plans for defense applications
Expected impact on growth: Wind power expansion to significantly increase renewable energy contribution; data centre orders (~₹900 crore) to drive future DG set growth
Strategic Rationale: Leveraging strong partnerships with industry leaders (Cummins, Hyundai, GE Vernova, Vestas, Schneider Electric); diversifying into high-growth renewable energy markets; expanding defense sector presence
Industry Trends & Business Environment
Macro/Industry Trends: Growing power demand in India; grid instability driving backup power needs; data centre power demand projected to grow from 1.4 GW in FY2025 to 4.7 GW in FY2030E (27.41% CAGR); EV charging infrastructure to grow from 3.6GW to 10.8GW (24.6% CAGR)
Impact on Company: Strong demand for DG sets across manufacturing, commercial, data centre, and infrastructure sectors; significant opportunity in data centre ecosystem; renewable energy expansion supported by favorable policy environment
Management Commentary & Growth Outlook
Strategic Outlook: Expect H1 FY27 to remain relatively subdued due to commodity price inflation pressure on margins; expect margin pressures to gradually ease as price revisions take effect; long-term growth outlook remains intact
FY Guidance: Commitment to delivering double-digit revenue growth in FY27
Market Share Targets: Not Specified
Risks and Opportunities: Near-term margin challenges due to input cost inflation; strong order book provides visibility; wind power expansion pipeline supports long-term growth
Additional Headings
Manufacturing Facilities
- Bengaluru: 50,585 sq. m land, 8,956 DG sets annual capacity
- Silvassa: 39,395 sq. m land, 1,320 DG sets and 3,000 PRISMA panels annual capacity
- Khopoli: 85,570 sq. m land, 50 EMI-EMC/MIL DG, 110 EMI-EMC Shelter & Containers, 1,800 Canopies annual capacity
IPO Proceeds Utilization
- Primary Issuance: ₹700 crore; Offer for Sale: ₹400 crore
- Net Proceeds: ₹662 crore
- Utilization: ₹525 crore for prepayment/repayment of outstanding borrowings; ₹137 crore for general corporate purposes