Adani Ports Reports Strong Q4 Performance with Ambitious Growth Plans

Adani Ports Q4 Financial Highlights

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) concluded the March quarter on a positive note, showcasing significant growth in both profit and revenue, alongside bold long-term expansion strategies. For the fourth quarter of FY26, the company reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 3,329 crore, an increase from Rs 3,014 crore during the same quarter last year, reflecting a 10% rise. This profit after tax is attributed to the equity shareholders of the company.

The revenue growth was even more remarkable, soaring by 26% year-on-year to Rs 10,737 crore, compared to Rs 8,488 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. This increase is indicative of higher cargo volumes and enhanced business activity across various segments. The board has also recommended a dividend of Rs 7.50 per equity share for FY26, with June 12 designated as the record date for determining eligible shareholders.

For the quarter, earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) showed a year-on-year increase, bolstered by improved efficiencies and scale. Over the entire financial year, APSEZ achieved a 16% rise in profit to Rs 12,782 crore, while revenue grew by 25% to Rs 38,736 crore. Annual EBITDA also saw a 20% increase, reaching Rs 22,851 crore.

A significant achievement for the company was becoming the first integrated transport operator in India to manage over 500 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo in a single year. This milestone allowed it to surpass its FY26 targets for revenue, EBITDA, and capital expenditures. Domestic operations remained robust, with port revenue increasing by 13% and return on capital employed improving to 23%. In contrast, international operations experienced stronger growth, with revenue rising by 34%, driven by contributions from activities in Australia and Colombo.

Logistics and Marine Segments Drive Future Growth

APSEZ’s logistics division exhibited exceptional performance, with revenue surging by 55% as trucking and international freight services expanded rapidly. The marine segment also demonstrated remarkable growth, with revenue increasing by 134% and EBITDA rising by 125%, supported by an expanding fleet.

Whole-time Director and CEO Ashwani Gupta emphasized the company's resilience amid global uncertainties. He stated, "We exceeded our FY26 targets, driven by record port cargo volumes of 500 MMT. Our logistics and marine sectors also experienced rapid growth at 55% and 134%, respectively, during the year. While this marks significant progress, our journey is far from over." Looking forward, Gupta outlined an ambitious expansion vision, stating, "APSEZ has established a solid foundation to more than double revenue and EBITDA by FY31. This is supported by our goal of reaching one billion tonnes of port cargo by December 2030, rapid scaling of asset-light and asset-zero services, and the expansion of our marine fleet. Disciplined capital allocation will ensure that future capital expenditures are funded through internal accruals while maintaining flexibility for selective inorganic growth,” Gupta concluded.