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NUVOCO Vistas Sales Volume Grew by 16% YoY for Q3 FY25

Consolidated revenue from operations stood at Rs 24.09 billion

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Nuvoco Vistas Corp, a leading building materials company in India, announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. With 25 MMTPA of combined installed capacity, Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. 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 capacity1 by Q3 FY27 after emerging as the Successful Resolution Applicant for Vadraj Cement (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.

The company’s consolidated cement sales volume registered a strong growth of 16% YoY to 4.7 MMT in Q3 FY25. Consolidated revenue from operations stood at Rs 24.09 billion during the same period. Consolidated EBITDA for the quarter stood at Rs 2.58 billion.

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 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. Meanwhile, the Company has continued to focus on operational excellence. 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.

In the RMX business, “Concreto Uno Concrete”, launched during the year, is seeing volume traction across regions. The MBM business introduced “Tile Adhesive T5”, “Tile Glitter” and “Tile Bonder” under the brand ZERO M to strengthen the product portfolio. The company continues to strengthen its commitment to sustainability with lowest carbon emissions in the industry, with 457 kg CO2 per ton2 of cementitious materials.

Commenting on the company’s performance, Jayakumar Krishnaswamy, Managing Director, Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd., stated, “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 premiumisation, optimising geo- mix, 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.”

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UltraTech Cement boosts capacity with new clinker line

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UltraTech Cement has commissioned a 3.35 million tonnes per annum (Mt/yr) brownfield clinker line and one of two 2.7Mt/yr cement grinding mills at its Maihar facility in Madhya Pradesh. The second mill is expected to be operational in Q1 of FY2026. The company has also expanded its Dhule (1.2Mt/yr) and Durgapur (0.6Mt/yr) grinding units and inaugurated its first bulk terminal in Lucknow with a 1.8Mt/yr handling capacity.

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Ambuja Cements gets a new CEO

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Ambuja Cements has named Vinod Bahety as its CEO for a three-year term, following Ajay Kapur’s elevation to Managing Director. Bahety, formerly the company’s CFO, brings over 25 years of experience in finance and manufacturing, including a previous role as Group Head of M&A at Adani Group. Other key appointments include Rakesh Tiwary as CFO, Madhavi Isanaka as Chief Digital Officer, Vaibhav Dixit as Manufacturing Head, and Ashwin Raikundaliya as Chief Sustainability Officer.

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‘Sabse Khaas Pehelwan’ by Nuvoco

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Nuvoco Vistas Corp has introduced Nuvoco Duraguard Cement ‘Sabse Khaas Pehelwan’, a one-of-a-kind wrestling championship aimed at honouring and nurturing Haryana’s proud wrestling legacy. The initiative offers budding wrestlers an opportunity to compete at a professional level, gain visibility and represent their districts in a prestigious state-wide competition. ‘Seedhi Baat Hai, Duraguard Khaas Hai’ is aligned with Nuvoco’s brand philosophy.

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