Vedanta Ltd. released its operational update for Q3 FY25 on Friday, showing varied results across its different business divisions. Aluminium production reached 614 kilotonnes (kt), reflecting a 3% year-on-year (YoY) increase but a 1% decline compared to the previous quarter. Over the nine months, aluminium output grew by 3% YoY, totaling 1,819 kt.
In alumina production, there was a 7% increase YoY for the quarter, contributing to a 16% growth for the nine-month period, reaching 1,542 kt. The Zinc International division reported a 12% YoY and 6% quarter-on-quarter rise in mined metal production, reaching 46 kt in Q3. Zinc India also achieved a record for its nine-month refined metal production, hitting 783 kt, up 3% YoY. Enhanced ore grades and better operational efficiencies contributed to the rise in both mined metal and refined zinc output, with quarterly refined zinc production increasing by 3%.
In the oil and gas sector, production dropped by 19% YoY and 5% QoQ to 99.4 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day (kboepd). Despite the decline, the Jaya discovery under the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP) positively impacted the segment’s overall performance.
Vedanta also achieved a record nine-month production of ferrochrome, reaching 72 kt, marking a 35% YoY increase, thanks to a new furnace. Pig iron output grew by 7% YoY and 14% QoQ, supported by operational improvements such as furnace relining and planned shutdowns. Ore production surged 77% sequentially in Q3 as the monsoon impact eased, while Gamsberg’s output increased by 21% YoY and 10% QoQ, driven by improved zinc grades and recoveries.
Vedanta Ltd. is one of India’s largest diversified natural resources companies, with interests spanning metals, mining, oil and gas, power, and, more recently, high-tech manufacturing. Known for its focus on sustainable practices, Vedanta has established itself as a leader in the production of essential resources, including aluminum, zinc, copper, and iron ore, among others.
The company is actively expanding into new growth areas, such as display glass and semiconductor manufacturing, aligning with global industry trends and India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. Vedanta’s investments in innovation and research, along with its emphasis on efficient resource utilization and environmental stewardship, make it a driving force in India’s economic landscape and an emerging player in advanced technology sectors.
