Orient Cement Limited — Others, 11-07-2025: Shareholders meeting

Orient Cement Limited has announced a board meeting on August 7, 2025, to consider the financial results for the quarter and half-year. The company reported total income of ₹2,708.83 crore and a net profit of ₹91.25 crore for FY 2024-25, reflecting declines due to subdued demand, election impacts, and pricing pressures in key markets. Capacity utilization stood at 64%, with cement sales volume down 12% to 54.16 lakh tonnes. The share of premium products in trade sales increased to 25%. The company enhanced its sustainability efforts by commissioning the second phase of its Waste Heat Recovery System and expanding solar power capacity, raising renewable energy consumption to 40%. Debt equity ratio improved to 0.02 due to debt repayment. The Board recommends a final dividend of ₹0.50 per share. Ambuja Cements Limited holds 46.66% stake following acquisition, with integration underway including Master Supply and Service Agreements to optimize operations. The company continues to focus on operational efficiency, alternative fuels, and digital initiatives to drive future growth.