
Affordable Robotics and Automation Limited Releases Q1-FY27 Results Amid Strong Order Pipeline
Pune, August 13, 2026: Affordable Robotic and Automation Limited (ARAPL) has released its standalone and consolidated unaudited results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. ARAPL, described as India's first listed robotics company and a pioneer in industrial automation, reported Q1-FY27 performance while confirming significant growth in its order book.ARAPL, which has been active in fixed robots since 2005, serves approximately 75 marquee clients across various sectors, including Honda, SKH-Magna, Mahindra, Tata Motors, and Piaggio. The company also launched a subsidiary in 2021 to focus on the autonomous mobility sector, leveraging its technology stack through its brand Humro in the US market.
Standalone Q1 Performance Overview
The standalone results show Net Revenue from Operations at 905.73 lakhs for Q1-FY27, compared to 1876.75 lakhs in Q1-FY26. Total revenue stood at 911.60 lakhs against 1882.15 lakhs in the corresponding quarter last year.Key operational insights provided by ARAPL include:
- Revenue Impact: The decline in revenue was attributed to timing of dispatches, with approximately Rs. 13 Crore worth of sales originally scheduled for Q1 being shipped and billed in Q2-FY27 due to project execution phasing on several large orders. The company expects a stronger performance in the coming quarter due to these newly recognized sales.
- Loss: EBITDA was reported at (327.89) lakhs, compared to (201.29) lakhs in Q1-FY26. Loss Before Tax was (480.14) lakhs against (360.46) lakhs in the previous year's quarter.
- Cost Control: Employee Benefits Expense declined by 13.7% Year-over-Year, indicating continued cost discipline and operational efficiency measures despite shifts in topline mix between quarters.
The detailed standalone performance metrics are provided below:
| Particulars | Q1-FY27 (Unaudited) | Q1-FY26 (Unaudited) |
|---|---|---|
| Net Revenue from Operations | 905.73 Lakhs | 1876.75 Lakhs |
| Total Revenue | 911.60 Lakhs | 1882.15 Lakhs |
| Cost of materials consumed | 583.42 Lakhs | 1365.74 Lakhs |
| Employee benefits expense | 389.63 Lakhs | 451.49 Lakhs |
| Total Expenses | 1,239.49 Lakhs | 2,083.44 Lakhs |
| EBITDA | (327.89) Lakhs | (201.29) Lakhs |
| Profit / (Loss) Before Tax | (480.14) Lakhs | (360.46) Lakhs |
Consolidated Results and Business Updates
Focusing on the consolidated results, which include the operations of ARAPL RaaS Private Limited (Humro), Total Revenue stood at 1,108.82 lakhs for Q1-FY27 against 1886.56 lakhs in Q1-FY26. Consolidated EBITDA loss was (327.89) lakhs, while Loss Before Tax stood at (480.14) lakhs against (368.85) lakhs.The operational status and growth outlook remain positive across both standalone and consolidated figures:
- Order Book: The company has booked an additional orders worth Rs. 22 Crores since June-26. As of August 2026, the confirmed order book stands at approximately Rs. 149 Crore, offering strong revenue visibility for the remainder of FY27.
- Autonomous Mobility Business: ARAPL RaaS has secured a strategic investment of ₹48 Crore in the company, underscoring investor conviction in its mission to build a world-class autonomous robotics business. The Share Subscription Agreement (SSA) has been signed, and the first tranche of ₹24 Crore has already been received.
- Deployment: Deployment of 16 robots is complete, with another 8 currently undergoing Proof of Concept (POC) for customer trials.
The consolidated financial performance metrics are summarized below:
| Particulars | Q1-FY27 (Unaudited) | Q1-FY26 (Unaudited) |
|---|---|---|
| Net Revenue from Operations | 1,102.90 Lakhs | 1876.75 Lakhs |
| Total Revenue | 1,108.82 Lakhs | 1886.56 Lakhs |
| Cost of materials consumed | 698.21 Lakhs | 1365.74 Lakhs |
| Employee benefits expense | 421.71 Lakhs | 451.49 Lakhs |
| Total Expenses | 1,436.72 Lakhs | 2,083.44 Lakhs |
| EBITDA | (327.89) Lakhs | (196.88) Lakhs |
| Profit / (Loss) Before Tax | (480.14) Lakhs | (368.85) Lakhs |
AFFORDABLE Stock Price Movement
Affordable Robotic & Automation Limited shares climbed 3.48% on Thursday, settling at ₹191.46 in market close. The stock accounted for a traded volume of 11,413 shares during the session.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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