Kirloskar Brothers Limited — Others, 05-07-2025: Shareholders meeting

Kirloskar Brothers Limited has recommended a final dividend of ₹7 per equity share for FY 2024-25. Standalone revenue rose 6.7% to ₹29,014 million, while profit after tax increased to ₹2,621 million. Significant order wins were secured in water resource management, irrigation, power (notably nuclear and thermal), valves, building & construction, industry, oil & gas, marine & defence, and the small pump business, which grew steadily supported by energy-efficient product launches and market expansions. The company continues its focus on innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability with over 300 million in R&D spending, launch of energy-efficient pumps, advanced IoT-enabled KirloSmart systems, and renewable energy adoption raising clean power usage to ~70%. Kirloskarvadi celebrated 115 years with enhanced operational efficiency through Total Productive Maintenance and renewable initiatives. Corporate Social Responsibility focused on education, healthcare, skill development, and biodiversity, with ₹43 million spent during the year. Robust governance practices were maintained, with a diversified board composition, risk management framework, and compliance certifications. Financially, consolidated revenue grew 12.3% to ₹44,922 million with profit after tax at ₹4,187 million; the group is net debt negative and has strengthened cash flow, with ongoing investments in automation and digital systems. There were no major litigations affecting financial position, and all statutory compliances were met. Key management appointments included Bhavesh Chheda as CFO from May 2025.