EVEREST KANTO CYLINDER LTD. Q2 FY26 Results

We reported a steady performance in Q2. In our CNG segment, demand in India was temporarily affected by the GST transition within our end-user automotive industry, resulting in a short-term impact on domestic volumes. Activity has since normalised as the industry moved into October, and underlying demand indicators remain supportive. Our Industrials business continued to perform in line with expectations. In our US operations, quarterly trends reflected the order-driven nature of the business. While dispatches during the quarter were lower, the segment remains healthy on an H1 basis, and the outlook for the region in the second half remains strong, supported by a robust order book. Our operations in the Middle East also showed early signs of improvement during the quarter. On the expansion front, we are progressing well with our new facilities at Mundra and Egypt. The Egypt plant is preparing to begin trial production shortly, and construction at Mundra continues to advance as planned. Both facilities remain on track and will significantly enhance our manufacturing capabilities in the coming year, enabling us to better serve domestic and international markets. With growing opportunities across clean energy and industrial applications, coupled with greater visibility in our order pipeline, we remain confident about our future growth prospects. Our efforts remain centred on advancing our capabilities, improving operating efficiency, supporting customers across domestic and international markets, and strengthening our leadership position in India.