New Delhi, July 31 (NationPress) Ambuja Cements, a key player in the diversified Adani Portfolio, announced a remarkable 24% increase in net profit, reaching Rs 970 crore for the April-June quarter (Q1 FY26), compared to Rs 783 crore during the same period last fiscal year (Q1 FY25).

The company’s quarterly revenue surpassed the Rs 10,000 crore threshold, marking a 23% growth year-on-year.

Beginning FY26 on a positive trajectory, Ambuja Cements achieved its highest quarterly sales of 18.4 million tonnes (MnT), reflecting a 20% increase compared to the previous year, and reported its highest quarterly EBITDA at Rs 1,961 crore, a significant 53% rise year-on-year.

The company’s current cement capacity stands at 104.5 MTPA (million tonnes per annum), and it is on track to reach its target capacity of 118 MTPA by March 2026.

Vinod Bahety, Whole Time Director and CEO of Ambuja Cements, stated, "Our Q1 results go beyond mere figures – they represent a dynamic atmosphere and a transformation narrative based on speed, scale, and sustainability. We are committed to delivering value through optimized business solutions, premium products focused on customer needs, an improved supply chain, and a strong brand presence across key markets, supported by the value derived from our acquired assets."

"As we progress towards a 140 MTPA ecosystem by FY28, we are dedicated to reimagining cement as a customer-centric, solutions-oriented business," he added.

Ambuja Cements ranks as the 9th largest global company in the building materials sector. By integrating business innovation, advanced technologies, a focus on ESG, and strong community engagement, Ambuja Cements aims to redefine scale and impact within the cement industry.

Bahety highlighted that several new initiatives, including Nirmaanotsav (in collaboration with CREDAI), Gruhalaxmi, Dhanvarsha, and the Super Sunday program, have been positively embraced by business stakeholders. The early completion of the integration of Orient assets has also yielded favorable outcomes. "We have a clear path to maintain this performance and are well-prepared to lead the next phase of growth with sustainable EBITDA," he expressed.

Ambuja Cements was the primary cement supplier for the world's highest single-arch railway bridge, reflecting its esteemed product quality and brand reputation. Through its strategic alliance with CREDAI, the company is contributing to national development by providing integrated, smart, sustainable, high-performance, and future-ready solutions for housing, construction, and infrastructure projects.

For FY26, Ambuja Cements anticipates a cement demand growth of 7-8%, driven by strong rural and urban needs, a gradual increase in infrastructure investments, and a consistent recovery in the housing and real estate sectors.