Lords Chloro Alkali Posts Rs 2.6 Crore Profit in March Quarter
By Ankur Chandra | Updated at: May 31, 2025 10:45 PM IST
Lords Chloro Alkali Ltd reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2025, driven by robust capacity expansions and strategic investments in green energy.
Q4 FY25 Financial Highlights (Standalone)
| Particulars | Q4 FY25 | Q4 FY24 | YoY Growth | Q3 FY25 | QoQ Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | ₹79.78 Cr | ₹62.47 Cr | 27.71% | ₹64.78 Cr | 23.15% |
| EBITDA | ₹10.08 Cr | ₹3.07 Cr | 228.1% | ₹6.79 Cr | 48.5% |
| EBITDA Margin | 12.62% | 4.88% | +774 bps | 10.36% | +226 bps |
| Net Profit (PAT) | ₹2.60 Cr | ₹(0.05) Cr | – | ₹1.27 Cr | 104.7% |
| EPS (₹) | 1.03 | (0.02) | – | 0.50 | 106.0% |
FY25 Financial Performance (Standalone)
| Particulars | FY25 | FY24 | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | ₹270.22 Cr | ₹221.11 Cr | 22.21% |
| EBITDA | ₹25.60 Cr | ₹3.71 Cr | 590.9% |
| EBITDA Margin | 9.42% | 1.65% | +777 bps |
| Net Profit (PAT) | ₹6.18 Cr | ₹(4.80) Cr | – |
| EPS (₹) | 2.46 | (2.14) | – |
Operational Highlights
- Caustic Soda Lye Volumes reached 19,256 tonnes in Q4 FY25, marking a steady increase from 14,465 tonnes in Q3 FY25.
- A 90 TPD caustic soda expansion was commissioned in December 2024, taking total installed capacity to 300 TPD.
- Operational efficiencies improved with Zero Gap Technology from Asahi Kasei, enhancing output by over 40%.
Green Initiatives & Sustainability Drive
- 16 MW Solar Plant in Bikaner commenced operations in October 2024, generating 20 lakh units/month, saving ₹1 crore/month, and reducing CO₂ emissions by 17,200 tons annually.
- The company transitioned to cleaner fuels, including hydrogen and LPG.
- Partnered with CGE II Hybrid Energy Pvt Ltd for an additional 10 MW wind-solar hybrid project.
- RO plants were commissioned to enable wastewater recycling.
Balance Sheet Snapshot (as on March 31, 2025)
- Total Assets: ₹375.89 Cr (vs ₹262.35 Cr in FY24)
- Net Worth: ₹181.67 Cr
- Long-Term Borrowings: ₹113.45 Cr (up from ₹24.77 Cr)
- Debt-to-Equity: 0.69
Management Commentary
“FY25 marks a transformative year. Our growth in revenues and EBITDA underscores the positive impact of our green investments and cost optimization. The commissioning of the solar plant and expanded caustic soda capacity positions us for scalable, sustainable growth,” said Ajay Virmani, Managing Director.
Strategic Outlook
- Targeting increased capacity utilization across new CPW and caustic soda lines.
- Aiming to strengthen presence in North India while entering newer geographies.
- Reinforcing its “Profit with Purpose” vision to align long-term business performance with sustainability.
Lords Chloro Alkali continues its transition toward becoming a prominent green chemicals player, with an integrated focus on operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and shareholder value creation.
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REF: https://nsearchives.nseindia.com/corporate/LCAL_29052025200839_Investor_presentation.pdf
