Gateway Distriparks (GATEWAY) investor relations material

Executive summary

• Maintained market share in the ICD segment despite overall market de-growth due to West Asia crisis and disruptions since April; long-term outlook remains positive with expectations of double-digit growth once uncertainties clear.

• Q1 FY27 total income was ₹553.7 cr, with EBITDA at ₹121.5 cr and a margin of 21.9%; PAT for Q1 FY27 stood at ₹51.3 cr, reflecting a margin of 9.3%.

• Snowman Logistics, now a consolidated subsidiary, contributed ₹177.1 cr in revenue and ₹29.3 cr in EBITDA, achieving 5-7% average pricing increase in warehousing.

• New ICDs at Indore (operational by 2028) and Ankleshwar (EXIM operations by September) expected to drive future growth; ongoing construction and land acquisition updates provided.

• Key developments included land acquisition at Indore, new customs permissions at Ankleshwar, and sustainability initiatives such as new EV trailers.

Financial highlights

• Consolidated revenue from operations for Q1 FY27 was Rs. 54,929.66 lakhs, compared to Rs. 55,042.96 lakhs in Q1 FY26 and Rs. 53,365.01 lakhs in Q4 FY26.

• EBITDA margin declined slightly to 21.9% from 22.2% YoY and 22.8% QoQ; PAT declined 18% YoY and 20% QoQ, mainly due to higher tax rates under the new regime.

• Decline in rail EBITDA attributed to lower import volumes, port imbalances, reduced double stacking, higher underframe and empty running, and increased fuel and wage costs; margin recovery expected as volumes normalize.

• 5PL segment in Snowman Logistics saw a 6% year-over-year increase in contribution, supporting warehousing and transportation volumes.

• EPS for Q1 FY27 was ₹0.98.

Outlook and guidance

• Double-digit top-line growth (10-15%) targeted across all segments for the year and medium term, contingent on resolution of geopolitical uncertainties.

• Ankleshwar ICD expected to add significant EXIM volume and EBITDA starting Q2, with ramp-up to 5,000 TEUs over 3-4 years.

• Indore ICD construction ongoing, with operations expected in 2028.

• Snowman Logistics plans to add 24,000 pallets this year, with similar annual additions in subsequent years.

• Company intends to opt for lower tax regime under Section 115BAA from FY 2026-27, foregoing certain deductions.