Nuvoco Vistas said its consolidated cement sales volume registered a strong growth of 16% YoY to 4.7 MMT in Q3 FY25. The consolidated revenue from operations stood at Rs 2,409 crore during the same period. Consolidated EBITDA for the quarter stood at Rs 258 crore.
In a regulatory filing, the company said with 25 MMTPA of combined installed capacity, Nuvoco Vistas is the 5th largest cement group in India and amongst the leading cement players in East India.
“The Company is on track to achieve 31 MMTPA cement capacity by Q3 FY27 after emerging as the Successful Resolution Applicant for Vadraj Cement Limited (VCL). A Letter of Intent has already been issued. The VCL facility comprises of 3.5 MMTPA clinker unit in Kutch and a 6 MMTPA grinding unit in Surat and reflects the Company’s drive for growth and diversification.”
Jayakumar Krishnaswamy, Managing Director, Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. said, “The Company proactively seized demand opportunities to bolster its position in the market and delivered strong volume growth during the quarter. Price increases in the recent period continue to reflect a positive trend, while sustained improvements in demand should support prices as well. Strategic priorities for the company remain centered on driving premiumization, optimizing geomix, enhancing fuel mix efficiency, strengthening brand presence, and maintaining cost excellence. The Company is confident in its expansion strategy and ability to execute on growth plans pertaining to Vadraj Cement, which will diversify its market footprints in the Western India, thereby supporting long-term growth ambitions and further consolidating its position as the 5th largest player in India.”
The company said that the cement industry has witnessed a recovery following a challenging first half of FY25.
“After facing subdued demand, the industry is showing signs of improvement, supported by favourable market dynamics.”
In response, the company said it undertook several initiatives to drive strong volume growth during the quarter. While cement prices remained muted for majority part of the quarter, they recovered toward the end.
The company has achieved the lowest blended fuel cost in the last 13 quarters, at Rs. 1.45 per Mcal.
Nuvoco’s power & fuel cost continues to be amongst the lowest in the industry.
