Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL)
₹332.85 -0.25% last close, 16 Oct
Latest quarterly results (Q1 FY27)
In its latest reported quarter, Q1 FY27, Antony Waste's revenue was ₹261 Cr (+5.5% year on year, -8.7% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹0.7 Cr (-96.7% year on year); the operating margin was 14.3%.
| Q1 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q1 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹261 | +5.5% | -8.7% |
| Operating profit | ₹37.2 | -32.4% | -34.7% |
| Net profit | ₹0.7 | -96.7% | -98.0% |
| EPS (₹) | 0.27 | -95.7% | -97.6% |
| Operating margin | 14.3% | — | — |
AWHCL delivery percentage
NSE end-of-day data for
On Fri, 16 Oct 2026, 49.95% of the AWHCL shares traded on NSE were taken to delivery, against the stock's own 20-session average of 42.79%. That is close to its usual level. Volume was 0.1 times its average, well below normal.
Delivery in the last 5 sessions: 49.2% · 55.2% · 46.5% · 50.6% · 50.0%
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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) has issued a corporate guarantee in favor of Bajaj Finance Limited on behalf of its subsidiary, Mumbai Eco Solutions Private Limited. The guarantee covers credit facilities of up to ₹9.8875 crore (written in document as ₹ 9,88,75,000 Crore, but context indicates Rs 9.8875 crore), with AWHCL's liability limited to 51% of the outstanding sum (approx. ₹5.04 crore). The guarantee is irrevocable, continuing, and creates a contingent liability for the company without immediate cash flow impact.
- Extended corporate guarantee to Bajaj Finance for subsidiary Mumbai Eco Solutions Private Limited
- Underlying facility size is ₹9,88,75,000 (Rupees Nine Crore Eighty-Eight Lakh Seventy-Five Thousand Only)
- AWHCL's liability capped at 51% of the outstanding facility (approx. ₹5.04 crore)
- Transaction confirmed to be at arm's length with no promoter group interest
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) has issued a corporate guarantee in favor of ICICI Bank on behalf of its subsidiary, Mumbai Eco Solutions Private Limited. The guarantee covers 51% of a credit facility aggregating up to ₹34.00 crore, equating to an exposure of up to ₹17.34 crore. This amount represents approximately 4.6% of AWHCL's net worth of ₹374 crore and acts as an irrevocable contingent liability. The transaction is at arm's length, and promoters have no interest in the arrangement.
- Corporate guarantee issued in favour of ICICI Bank Limited for subsidiary Mumbai Eco Solutions Private Limited
- Credit facility sanctioned aggregates up to ₹34.00 crore
- Company's liability is capped at 51% of outstanding amounts (up to ₹17.34 crore)
- Guarantee creates a contingent liability with no immediate direct financial impact
- Guaranteed exposure accounts for ~4.6% of AWHCL's net worth (₹374 crore)
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited has notified exchanges of an upcoming analyst and institutional investor meeting scheduled for September 23, 2026, starting at 2:00 PM IST. The meeting is organized by JM Financial Services Limited and will consist of 1x1 and group formats. The company stated discussions will strictly pertain to publicly available information without any unpublished price-sensitive disclosures. This is a standard investor interaction filing with no immediate financial impact on the company's TTM revenue of ₹1,067 crore.
- Investor meeting scheduled for September 23, 2026, from 02:00 p.m. onwards
- Organized by JM Financial Services Limited
- Format includes 1x1 and group meetings
- Company clarified that discussions will be based solely on publicly available information
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) has issued a corporate guarantee in favour of ICICI Bank on behalf of its subsidiary, Mumbai Eco Solutions Private Limited. The guarantee covers AWHCL's 51% proportionate share of credit facilities with a total principal amount of ₹2,82,83,388 (₹2.83 crore). The transaction is at arm's length and constitutes a minor contingent liability for AWHCL, representing less than 0.3% of its TTM revenue (₹1,067 crore). There is no immediate financial outflow or impact on the company's operating performance.
- Corporate guarantee extended to ICICI Bank on behalf of subsidiary Mumbai Eco Solutions Private Limited
- Guarantee covers AWHCL's 51% proportionate share of credit facilities totalling ₹2,82,83,388
- Transaction conducted at arm's length with zero promoter or promoter group interest
- Added to contingent liabilities with no immediate operational or cash flow impact
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) announced that all resolutions presented at its 25th Annual General Meeting held on August 20, 2026, were approved by shareholders with the requisite majority. Key approved items include the adoption of FY26 financial statements, declaration of a final dividend, and material related-party transactions with subsidiaries Antony Lara Enviro Solutions and Mumbai Eco Solutions. Shareholders also passed special resolutions enabling higher borrowing limits under Section 180(1)(c), asset security creation, and executive remuneration.
- All resolutions passed with requisite majority at the 25th AGM held on August 20, 2026
- Final dividend for FY26 approved with 1,76,89,295 votes (99.99%) in favour out of 1,76,89,963 polled
- Total voter turnout stood at 62.33% (1.77 Cr votes polled out of 2.84 Cr total shares)
- Executive Director Shiju Jacob Kallarakal's term and remuneration approved with 80.77% votes in favour (19.23% against)
- Approved expanded borrowing limits under Section 180(1)(c) and inter-corporate loans under Section 185
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) completed its 25th Annual General Meeting on August 20, 2026, with 50 members representing 78,26,635 shares in attendance. Key resolutions tabled included adoption of FY26 financial statements, declaration of maiden final dividend, enhancement of borrowing limits under Section 180(1)(c), and several material related-party transactions with subsidiaries. In the Chairman's address, the company noted that it handled over 5.69 million tonnes of waste annually across 10 states and surpassed ₹1,084 crore in FY26 revenue.
- Held 25th AGM on August 20, 2026, attended by 50 members representing 78,26,635 equity shares
- Tabled 16 resolutions including approval for increased borrowing limits, asset charges, and subsidiary RPTs
- Highlighted FY26 performance exceeding ₹1,084 crore in revenue and handling over 5.69 million tonnes of waste annually across 10 states
- Acknowledged an operational incident at the PCMC facility in Pune that occurred in July 2026
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited has informed exchanges that its management will participate in an institutional investor conference on August 25, 2026, from 11:00 AM onwards. The event is organised by Systematix Institutional Equities and will feature 1x1 and group meetings. The company confirmed that discussions will strictly be based on publicly available information. This is a standard regulatory disclosure under SEBI Listing Regulations.
- Investor conference scheduled for August 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. onwards
- Organised by Systematix Institutional Equities in 1x1 and group meeting formats
- Discussions to be limited to publicly available information
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) released its Q1 FY27 earnings call transcript detailing operational updates and growth projects. The company secured a ₹243 crore 5-year mechanized road sweeping contract from Greater Noida Authority (expected to generate ~₹46 crore annually from Q3 FY27). Operations at its PCMC Waste-to-Energy (WtE) plant were temporarily suspended following a fatal legacy waste collapse during extreme rainfall on July 8; operations are guided to restart by the second week of October 2026 after OEM certification. Management also highlighted that ₹10 crore in one-off CIDCO bio-mining expenses in Q1 will not recur, while debt refinancing for subsidiary Antony Lara reduced borrowing costs from 10.25% to 8.25%.
- Secured ₹243 crore 5-year O&M contract from Greater Noida Authority, covering 640 km daily with 16 electric sweepers
- Total waste tonnage handled in Q1 grew 5% YoY to ~1.4 million tons (C&T up 6% to 0.55m tons, Processing up 5% to 0.85m tons)
- PCMC WtE plant temporary suspension post July 8 incident expected to end by mid-October 2026 upon OEM/Hitachi clearance
- Term loan for WtE subsidiary refinanced, lowering interest rate by 200 bps from 10.25% to 8.25% per annum
- Non-recurring CIDCO bio-mining disposal cost of ₹10 crore concluded in Q1
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) has released the audio recording of its Q1FY27 earnings call held on August 11, 2026. The call addressed the company's operational and financial performance, following a period where TTM revenue reached Rs 1,053 Cr and PAT stood at Rs 92 Cr. Investors can access the recording on the company's website to understand management's progress on key projects like the Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant and the Mumbai C&D waste project. This is a standard regulatory disclosure to ensure transparency for all shareholders.
- Earnings call conducted on August 11, 2026, at 2:30 PM IST
- Recording covers financial and operational performance for the Q1FY27 period
- Company maintains a TTM revenue of Rs 1,053 Cr with an OPM of 19.5%
- Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant is projected to add Rs 40 Cr in annual revenue
- Mumbai C&D waste project expected to contribute Rs 35 Cr annually over 20 years
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) has secured a significant contract from the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) valued at approximately ₹243.22 Crore. The contract involves the procurement and comprehensive Operation & Maintenance (O&M) of Electric Mechanical Road Sweeping Machines for the East Zone of Greater Noida. The project spans a 5-year period, providing strong revenue visibility, and includes an option for a 2-year extension. This win reinforces AWHCL's position in the municipal solid waste management sector and aligns with its strategy of securing long-term annuity-style contracts.
- Total contract value estimated at ₹243.22 Crore over the initial 5-year term.
- Scope includes procurement and O&M of Electric Mechanical Road Sweeping Machines (MRSMs).
- Contract duration is 5 years, with a provision for a further 2-year extension.
- The order represents approximately 23.1% of the company's TTM revenue of ₹1,053 Crore.
- Project covers the jurisdiction of Greater Noida (East Zone), Uttar Pradesh.
AWHCL reported a modest 6% YoY revenue growth to ₹260.1 Cr for Q1FY27, but profitability was severely impacted by one-off items. PAT plummeted 97% to ₹0.7 Cr from ₹23.0 Cr in the previous year, primarily due to a ₹7 Cr one-time refinancing charge and ₹10 Cr in deferred transportation costs from Q4FY26. EBITDA margins contracted significantly to 16.8% compared to 24.4% in Q1FY26. On a positive note, the company refinanced its term loan, reducing the interest rate by 200 bps to 8.25%, which is expected to improve future cash flows.
- Total Operating Revenue grew 6% YoY to ₹260.1 Cr, representing ~25% of TTM revenue.
- EBITDA declined 27% YoY to ₹45.0 Cr, with margins dropping 760 bps to 16.8%.
- PAT fell 97% YoY to ₹0.7 Cr, impacted by ₹17 Cr of combined one-time and deferred expenses.
- Total MSW handled grew 5% YoY to 1.40 million tonnes, showing steady operational volume.
- Refinanced Antony Lara Renewable Energy term loan, reducing interest rate from 10.25% to 8.25%.
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) reported a 6% YoY revenue growth to ₹268.8 Cr for Q1 FY27, led by a 10% rise in the Collection & Transportation segment. However, profitability was severely impacted as EBITDA fell 27% YoY to ₹45 Cr and PAT for owners plummeted 96% to ₹0.8 Cr. The EBITDA margin contracted significantly to 16.8% from 24.4% in the year-ago period, primarily due to an 18% surge in employee costs and higher other expenses. Despite the bottom-line hit, operational volumes remained stable with 1.40 MMT of waste managed and 20 million green units generated from the WTE plant.
- Consolidated Revenue grew 6% YoY to ₹268.8 Cr, representing ~25.5% of TTM revenue.
- EBITDA margins compressed by 760 bps to 16.8% from 24.4% in Q1 FY26.
- Net Profit (PAT) for owners fell to ₹0.8 Cr from ₹17.8 Cr in the same quarter last year.
- Employee costs increased to ₹91.1 Cr from ₹77.3 Cr, a 17.8% YoY rise.
- Operational metrics showed ~1.40 MMT of waste managed and ~20 million green units generated.
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) has scheduled an investor conference organized by Equirus Securities for August 13, 2026. The event will include 1x1 and group meetings to discuss the company's performance based on publicly available information. This comes at a time when the company has a TTM revenue of ₹1,053 Cr and a TTM PAT of ₹92 Cr. The stock has faced significant pressure, declining 32.7% over the past 12 months.
- Investor meeting scheduled for August 13, 2026, starting at 10:00 a.m.
- Conference organized by Equirus Securities involving 1x1 and group discussions.
- Company maintains a TTM revenue of ₹1,053 Cr with an OPM of 19.5%.
- Promoter holding remains stable at 46.09% as of June 2026.
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) reported its Q1 FY27 results, with the auditor drawing attention to ₹19.47 Cr in trade receivables overdue for a substantial period from a Municipal Corporation. The company has restated its previous year's standalone figures following the merger of its subsidiary AG Enviro, with Q1 FY26 revenue adjusted to ₹146.75 Cr. Management noted progress in tax litigation, receiving favorable partial orders for assessment years 2015-16 to 2018-19. Additionally, the company recognized a ₹4.86 Cr impact in FY26 related to the New Labour Code provisions.
- ₹19.47 Cr in trade receivables are overdue for a substantial period from a Municipal Corporation, representing ~1.85% of TTM revenue.
- Standalone Q1 FY26 revenue was restated to ₹146.75 Cr from ₹8.75 Cr following the merger of AG Enviro Infra Projects.
- Favorable partial tax orders received under Section 250 for multiple assessment years (AY 2015-16 to AY 2018-19).
- ₹4.86 Cr recognized as an employee benefit expense provision in FY26 due to the New Labour Code impact.
- 4,414 equity shares were issued during the quarter under the AWHCL ESOP 2022 scheme.
Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL) has scheduled its Q1FY27 earnings conference call for August 11, 2026, at 2:30 PM IST. The management team, including the Chairman and Group CFO, will discuss the company's operational and financial performance for the quarter. This follows a fiscal year (FY26) where the company reported a TTM revenue of Rs 1,053 Cr and a PAT of Rs 92 Cr. Investors will likely focus on the ramp-up of the Waste-to-Energy and C&D waste projects, which are expected to contribute a combined Rs 75 Cr annually.
- Earnings call scheduled for August 11, 2026, at 2:30 PM IST
- Management to discuss performance following a TTM revenue of Rs 1,053 Cr
- Focus on high-margin segments like Waste-to-Energy (Rs 40 Cr/year revenue potential)
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue for FY25 grew 13% YoY to INR 958.8 Cr. In Q2 FY26, MSW Collection and Transportation (C&T) contributed 61% of revenue, Processing accounted for 27%, and Contracts/Others comprised 12%. Revenue from C&T grew from 54% to 62% of total revenue between FY23 and FY24.
Geographic Revenue Split
Revenue is geographically diversified across India with a strong presence in major urban local bodies like Mumbai (Kanjurmarg site), Thane, and other municipalities. Specific regional percentage splits are not disclosed, but the company caters to large urban centers nationwide.
Profitability Margins
Consolidated PAT margin improved to 10.5% in FY25 from 8.0% in FY24. Net Profit Margin was reported at 10.78% for FY25 compared to 11.44% in FY24. Profit before Tax margin stood at 12.4% in FY25, up from 9.7% in FY24.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin for FY25 was 23.0%, a slight expansion from 22.6% in FY24. In Q2 FY26, the EBITDA margin was 21.6% (INR 57.1 Cr) compared to 21.4% (INR 48.5 Cr) in Q2 FY25, reflecting steady core profitability.
Capital Expenditure
The company is expected to incur capex of approximately INR 120 Cr in FY26 towards new contracts. This follows ongoing investments in C&T and processing infrastructure, partly funded by incremental borrowings of INR 100 Cr.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Long-term bank facilities are rated CARE BBB; Stable (revised from CARE BBB-). Short-term facilities are rated CARE A3. Finance costs for FY25 were INR 55.8 Cr, reflecting interest on term loans and working capital limits.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Primary operational inputs include Fuel (Diesel) for the transport fleet and Labor (Employee costs). Employee costs represent approximately 30.3% of total revenue (INR 290.9 Cr in FY25).
Import Sources
Sourcing is primarily domestic within India for fuel and labor. Equipment like compactors and dumpers are traded, but specific import origins are not disclosed.
Key Suppliers
Not specifically disclosed in available documents, though the company engages in the trading of compactors and dumpers from various automotive and ancillary manufacturers.
Capacity Expansion
The Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant became operational in FY24, projected to add INR 40 Cr in annual revenue. The Mumbai C&D waste project, operational from May 2024, is expected to contribute INR 35 Cr annually over 20 years.
Raw Material Costs
Employee costs rose 16% YoY to INR 290.9 Cr in FY25. Project expenses, which include fuel and site-specific costs, were INR 25.8 Cr in FY25. Escalation clauses in contracts help mitigate wage inflation and fuel price volatility.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The business model is asset-heavy. Efficiency is driven by increasing the quantity of waste handled YoY and improving project-level performance in processing segments.
Logistics & Distribution
Logistics is the core service; C&T operations involve the collection and transportation of MSW to dumping grounds or processing sites, representing 61% of total revenue.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
15%
Growth Strategy
Growth is driven by a strong order book with a 7x revenue visibility ratio and an average contract tenure of 10 years. Strategy includes scaling high-margin segments like Waste-to-Energy and C&D waste management, alongside winning new municipal tenders through a 20-year established track record.
Products & Services
Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Collection & Transportation, Mechanized Road Sweeping, Waste Processing & Treatment, Waste-to-Energy power generation, and Construction & Demolition (C&D) waste management.
Brand Portfolio
Antony Waste Handling Cell, AG Enviro Infra Projects, Antony Lara Enviro Solutions, KL Envitech, Antony Infrastructure and Waste Management Services, Antony Revive E-waste.
New Products/Services
Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant (INR 40 Cr/year revenue) and Mumbai C&D waste project (INR 35 Cr/year revenue) are key new revenue contributors.
Market Expansion
Targeting new urban local bodies across India; the company demonstrated its ability to procure new contracts with a 15% YoY revenue growth in H1 FY26.
Market Share & Ranking
AWHCL is one of the leading players in the Indian Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) management industry with over two decades of experience.
Strategic Alliances
Antony Lara Enviro Solutions Private Limited (ALESPL) is a key 63% subsidiary managing the Kanjurmarg site under a concession agreement until 2036.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting from simple waste collection to integrated processing and energy recovery. Waste-to-Energy and C&D waste management are emerging as high-growth sub-sectors.
Competitive Landscape
The business is tender-based. AWHCL competes with other large infrastructure and waste management firms for municipal contracts.
Competitive Moat
Moat is sustained by 10-20 year long-term contracts and high capital intensity (INR 120 Cr annual capex), which creates significant entry barriers for new competitors. The 20-year track record with municipalities provides a strong bidding advantage.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to government spending on urban infrastructure and the Swachh Bharat Mission. Urbanization rates directly impact the volume of waste generated and handled.
Consumer Behavior
Not applicable as the primary customers are government entities (B2G model).
Geopolitical Risks
Low, as the company operates entirely within the Indian municipal framework, though it is exposed to local political changes in municipal regimes.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are strictly governed by municipal concession agreements, pollution control board norms, and central government waste management policies.
Environmental Compliance
The company must comply with Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules and environmental norms for landfills and WTE plants. Costs are integrated into project opex.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate for FY25 was approximately 15% (INR 17.8 Cr tax on INR 118.4 Cr PBT).
Legal Contingencies
The company recognized an exceptional gain of INR 23.89 Cr in FY25 from a favorable arbitration resolution. It faces ongoing collection risks and potential litigations with municipal authorities regarding payment delays and contract stipulations.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Regulatory changes in tipping fees and potential delays in municipal budget allocations represent the primary business uncertainties.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Significant revenue is concentrated in major Indian metros, particularly Mumbai, where the Kanjurmarg project is a flagship operation.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on Municipal Corporations for timely payments; collection periods have historically exceeded 120 days.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk is mitigated by adopting mechanized sweeping and Waste-to-Energy technologies to stay ahead of traditional collection methods.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Exposure to municipal authorities is characterized by low default risk but high payment delay risk, impacting working capital cycles.