RHI Magnesita India Limited – Investor Presentation Summary
Key Operational Highlights
- Production: 339,717 MT in FY26 vs 326,481 MT in FY25
- Shipment: 523,396 MT in FY26, a 5% increase from 499,965 MT in FY25
- Average realization per MT: ₹76,805 in FY26 vs ₹73,495 in FY25
- Key drivers: Market share gains in Steel and Iron-making segments, new 4PRO contract wins, export trials in flow control
- Safety: Awarded "Best Safety Performance" by several clients including SAIL, JSPL and JSW
Segment-wise Performance
- Steel Segment: Delivered strong growth from Tundish ISO, Tundish Slide Gate, steel ladles and electric furnace projects
- Ironmaking Segment: Uplift driven by new coke oven and DRI projects
- Cement Segment: Market share loss in alumina bricks & mixes due to commoditization and competition behavior
- Export volumes impacted by geopolitical disruptions in key markets
Financial Highlights
- Revenue: ₹4,019.95 Cr (FY26) vs ₹3,674.50 Cr (FY25), +9% YoY
- Adjusted EBITDA: ₹476.89 Cr (FY26) vs ₹505.15 Cr (FY25), -6% YoY
- EBITDA Margin: 11.9% (FY26) vs 13.7% (FY25)
- PAT: -₹382.94 Cr (FY26) vs ₹202.51 Cr (FY25), impacted by exceptional items
- EPS: ₹8.4 (adjusted, excluding impairment impact)
- Margins impacted by Rupee devaluation and increase in key input costs of Tabular Alumina, Fused Magnesia and Quartzite
- Exceptional Item: Recognition of Impairment of Goodwill on acquired Assets of ₹556.24 Cr, Additional Impact of Labor code ₹8.6 Cr in Q4 FY26 and ₹64 Cr in FY26
Geographical Revenue Split
- Domestic vs Export: Not explicitly specified in presentation
- Export volumes mentioned as impacted by geopolitical disruptions in key markets
- Future export supply for flow control to be served from Jamshedpur plant
Balance Sheet Snapshot
- Net Fixed Assets: ₹919.45 Cr (Mar-26) vs ₹919.63 Cr (Mar-25)
- Goodwill: ₹324.48 Cr (Mar-26) vs ₹867.17 Cr (Mar-25)
- Inventories: ₹1,098.86 Cr (Mar-26) vs ₹1,073.55 Cr (Mar-25)
- Trade Receivables: ₹1,007.59 Cr (Mar-26) vs ₹968.19 Cr (Mar-25)
- Cash & Cash Equivalents: ₹159.75 Cr (Mar-26) vs ₹99.20 Cr (Mar-25)
- Liquid Funds: ₹230.98 Cr (Mar-26)
- Net Debt/EBITDA: -0.1X (Net Cash Positive)
Capex & Cash Flow Health
- Capital Expenditure: ₹134.90 Cr in FY26, 15% of previous year
- Operating Cash Flow: ₹409.10 Cr in FY26, +9% YoY
- Working Capital Intensity: 38% in FY26 vs 37% in FY25
- Record cash generation of ₹409 Cr during the year strengthened the balance sheet
Strategic & R&D Initiatives
- 4PRO Contracts: Secured new wins, strengthening long-term customer relationships
- Product Transfers: Transfer of Basic cement bricks production to India, reinforcing Make in India initiative
- Localization: Developed fully local automatic press in Rajgangpur, enhancing Silica Bricks manufacturing capabilities
- Technology Transfer: Initiated ceramic welding operations for coke oven maintenance in India, technology transferred from RESCO USA
- Mining: Quartzite mines acquired through M&A completely transferred legally to RHIMIR, operations to commence in Q1 FY27
- Robotics: Deployment gaining interest from major customers, feasibility studies underway across multiple sites
Industry Trends & Business Environment
- Refractory industry faces margin pressures from rising raw material and energy costs
- Intensified competition from capacity buildup
- Indian Refractory market for Iron making including DRI & Pellet is ~₹1,800 Cr
- Iron ore market projected to reach ~US$29.1 billion by 2030 with CAGR of ~4.7% between 2025–2030
- Strong government spending on railways, roads, water infrastructure, housing, and industrial capex supports long-term pig iron demand
Management Commentary & Growth Outlook
- Strategy focused on building higher-quality, less commoditized industrial solutions business
- Expansion in Ironmaking, DRI & Pellets, flow control and industrial applications
- Become a preferred OEM Supplier
- Drive cost competitiveness through product transfers, recipe optimization, and operation excellence programs
- India is the highest growth major market for refractories globally, with 6-8% CAGR forecast
ESG Update
- Safety Culture Transformation program rolled out across all manufacturing facilities, customer sites, and warehouses
- New IT-enabled Safety Management System completely deployed for real-time monitoring
- Awarded Silver Award Certificate under TNPCB Voluntary Green Rating Initiative
- CSR budget of ₹6.47 Cr impacting 30,000+ people through 21 projects
- Honored with CSR award from Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for contributions to inclusive development
- Female leadership representation strengthened from 11% to 15%
Company at a Glance
- Workforce: 6,000+ skilled employees, workers & contingent workers
- Customers: 850+
- Production Plants: 8 + 2 Mechanism Units
- R&D Centre: Dedicated world class facility in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan
- Market Share: 30%+ market share in India
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