Affordable Robotic & Automation Delivers Strong FY26 Performance

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Affordable Robotic & Automation Limited (ARAPL) (BSE: 541402; NSE: AFFORDABLE), India’s first listed robotics company and a leading industrial automation solutions provider, reported a strong financial performance for FY26, driven by disciplined execution, improved operating efficiencies, and strategic investments in next-generation autonomous robotics technologies.With operations spanning more than two decades in industrial robotics, ARAPL has established itself as a trusted automation partner for over 75 leading manufacturing companies, including Honda, SKH-Magna, Mahindra, Tata Motors, and Piaggio. The company’s technology-led approach, supported by in-house research and development capabilities and an intellectual property-driven business model, continues to strengthen its competitive position across industries and international markets.

For FY26, standalone net revenue from operations stood at ₹10,905 lakh. Other income increased significantly to ₹189 lakh, supported by a favorable GST appellate order that resulted in a one-time write-back benefit. Careful management of material, employee, and operating expenses enabled the company to improve profitability despite a measured project execution strategy.

EBITDA increased 11 percent year-on-year to ₹1,603 lakh, while EBITDA margin expanded sharply to 14.5 percent from around 9 percent in the previous year. Profit Before Tax rose 17 percent to ₹965 lakh and Profit After Tax increased 16 percent to ₹696 lakh. Finance costs remained under control at ₹427 lakh, reflecting continued focus on balance sheet strengthening and debt reduction.

At the consolidated level, revenue from operations reached ₹11,767 lakh. Consolidated EBITDA recorded a remarkable turnaround, rising to ₹1,716 lakh from a loss of ₹233 lakh in the previous year. EBITDA margin improved to approximately 14.2 percent, supported by operational improvements across group entities. The company also reported a complete earnings turnaround, with Profit Before Tax reaching ₹988 lakh compared with a loss of ₹942 lakh in FY25. Profit After Tax stood at ₹697 lakh against a loss of ₹1,165 lakh in the previous year.

Looking ahead, ARAPL’s growth strategy is increasingly centered on autonomous robotics through its subsidiary and the Humro brand. The company has announced a strategic investment of ₹48 crore to expand its autonomous mobility and warehouse automation business. Humro has already completed initial deployments with Fortune 50 enterprises and is actively progressing commercial engagements that could lead to large-scale implementation across warehouse networks.

In addition, the company is in advanced discussions regarding a strategic partnership in the United States. The proposed collaboration is expected to strengthen market access, support local inventory stocking, reduce delivery timelines substantially, and create a strong platform for scaling operations in one of the world’s most significant robotics markets.

Affordable Robotic & Automation Limited was founded in 2005 and operates from Pune with additional facilities including a regional service office in Faridabad. The company builds turnkey automation systems for automotive and non-automotive sectors, public infrastructure and manufacturing environments, with expertise spanning robotic welding, automated inspection, intelligent assembly lines and automated parking systems. ARAPL currently operates across a footprint of more than 350,000 square feet and employs over 400 people, serving customers in India and select international markets including China and Southeast Asia.