· Revenue: Stable at ₹1,882.15 lakh, reflecting steady market demand.
· EBITDA: Loss narrowed by 41% to ₹201.29 lakh, driven by stronger cost controls.
· Loss Before Tax: Reduced by 24% to ₹360.46 lakh.
· Cost Discipline: Employee benefits expense fell 14%, and other expenses reduced 8% year-on-year.
· EBITDA: Loss reduced to ₹196.88 lakh from ₹611.31 lakh, reflecting substantial turnaround efforts.
· Loss After Tax: Improved to ₹368.85 lakh from ₹745.55 lakh.
· Significant cost reductions achieved across employee benefits and other expenses.
Mumbai, August 12, 2025 – Affordable Robotic and Automation Limited (ARAPL) (BSE: 541402 | NSE: AFFORDABLE), a pioneer in industrial automation and smart robotic solutions, has reported a narrowing of net losses in the first quarter of FY26, supported by efficient cost management, steady demand, and a strong order pipeline.
For the quarter ended June 30, 2025, ARAPL’s standalone net loss stood at ₹3.60 crore, compared to ₹4.74 crore in the same period last year. Operating income was stable at ₹18.77 crore, versus ₹19.19 crore in Q1 FY25, reflecting continued market demand. EBITDA loss reduced sharply by 41% to ₹2.01 crore from ₹3.39 crore last year, driven by disciplined cost control measures.
As of July 31, 2025, ARAPL’s confirmed order book stood at approximately ₹113 crore, with ₹19 crore already executed. The company expects to deliver the remaining orders within the current financial year. The company continues to witness robust traction across key verticals, supported by a strong project pipeline, investments in technology and talent, and a healthy balance sheet.
In the warehousing automation vertical, the company’s wholly owned subsidiary, ARAPL RaaS Private Limited, recently rebranded as Humro, shipped 15 robots to the USA for installation in the coming months, an additional 5 robots last month, and is on track to ship 25 more robots by November 2025.
“Our first quarter results reflect resilience and operational discipline,” said Milind Padole, Managing Director of ARAPL. “We are seeing significant traction across our key verticals, supported by a healthy order book and robust pipeline. With ongoing investments in technology, talent, and manufacturing capacity, we are well-positioned to capitalize on industry tailwinds and deliver long-term value to stakeholders.”
ARAPL’s manufacturing capabilities are now fully equipped for in-house batch production, with an annual capacity of up to 300 robots. The company is also on track to complete its ongoing fundraising process by the end of August 2025.
Affordable Robotic & Automation Ltd. (ARAPL), established in 2005 and headquartered in Pune, India, is a leading provider of turnkey automation solutions for various industries. With over a decade of expertise, ARAPL serves a wide range of sectors, including automotive, non-automotive, general industries, and the government sector, extending its customer base across India, China, and other parts of Asia. The company specializes in industrial automation solutions such as line automation, robotic inspection stations, and automated assembly systems, with significant expertise in robotic welding cells and automated car parking systems. Spanning 120,000 square feet with over 250 employees, ARAPL has expanded its operations with multiple facilities, including a sales and service office in Faridabad and a new manufacturing facility in Wadki, Pune. In 2018, ARAPL achieved a significant milestone by being listed on the Indian stock exchange, marking its growth and success in the automation industry.
Humro (anARAPL RaaS brand) is India’s leading provider of autonomous mobile robotic (AMR) solutions for industrial shippers, manufacturing, and warehousing. With over two decades of deep-tech expertise and 7,500+ robot deployments, Humro delivers intelligent, safety-certified AMRs through a flexible Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) model, enabling zero-CAPEX automation for businesses of all sizes. From material movement to workflow orchestration, Humro empowers enterprises to scale operations, boost efficiency, and modernize without upfront capital investment. Headquartered in Pune and active across India and the U.S., Humro is on a mission to democratize automation through human-centric robotics platforms that deliver efficiency, safety, and agility across the supply chain.
Media Contact
Randhir Singh
Head—Communications & Marketing
Humro (an ARAPL RaaS brand)
randhir.s@humro.com
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