Dear shareholders,
SUNIL HITECH HAD A CREDITABLE 2010-11.
WE CONCENTRATED ON OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE TO CAPITALISE ON A FAVOURABLE
INDUSTRY ENVIRONMENT, LEADING TO RECORD RESULTS FOR 2010-11.
OUR ORDER BOOK TOUCHED Rs. 1,702 CR AS ON 31 MARCH 2011
WE TOUCHED AN ALL-TIME HIGH IN GROSS INCOME AT Rs. 727.30 CR IN 2010-11
OUR EBIDTA AND CASH PROFIT INCREASED BY 23.50% AND 33.50% RESPECTIVELY
IN 2010-11
OUR NET PROFIT GREW 44.33% TO Rs. 33.85 CR
An exemplary performance by our people was core to our success during
the year under report. They enabled us to commission assets in record
time and operate these at or above nameplate capacities, while
improving our safety performance. The result was that in 2010-11, we
handed over a record 1,675- MW of power plants.
We remained committed to efficient capital management. It is our belief
that the long-term creation of shareholder value requires a balanced
approach to investing in growth and returning excess capital to
shareholders, while maintaining a strong balance sheet.
Improving economic scenario
The world''s developed economies stabilised in 2010-11, following
government fiscal and monetary stimulus packages, enabling them to
focus on renewed gross capital formation. The energy sector continued
to invest across the value-chain (from mining to power generation to
transmission and distribution).
The Indian power sector added a significant 15,795 MW in 2010-11, the
terminal year of the Eleventh Five-Year Plan. To renew India''s energy
security, nearly 107,500 MW is likely to be added during the Twelfth
Five-Year Plan.
Sunil Hitech is attractively positioned to capitalise on the unfolding
opportunities. The company possesses a strong balance sheet (net worth
of Rs. 231.46 cr and working capital credit limit of Rs. 187.26 cr) and
invested Rs. 26.95 cr in its gross block to widen services in 2011-12.
Governance and risk
At Sunil Hitech, we believe we are adequately prepared for the
industry''s opportunities and challenges. We invested to overcome the
skill shortages of a growing economy. We looked beyond cyclical peaks
and troughs to expand in a sustainable way. We expect to maintain the
highest governance standards in the pursuit of sectoral leadership.
Based upon our agreed strategic framework, our Board supports and
oversees the Group''s management. The Board recognises that risk is an
integral part of business; risk carries threats but also offers
opportunities. Our process for effective risk management is embedded
and essential to sustain our competitive advantage (discussed later in
this report).
Sustainable development
As India becomes increasingly energy- reliant, we need to find more
efficient ways of servicing customers and sharing sustainable benefits
with society. Sunil Hitech''s commitment to sustainable development
permeates its business, integral to daily operations, legacy and
future. As a responsible employer, neighbour, partner and citizen, we
are strengthening our position to continuously access people, capital
and resources. Besides, our reputation helps us forge robust alliances
that make sustainable development a reality.
Our people''s commitment
It is inspiring to see the way our people collaborate, leading to
remarkable results. On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank our
people for their commitment; we express our gratitude to our
shareholders for their support.
Outlook
Urbanisation and industrialisation will catalyse energy demand
(renewable or non-renewable). The long-term outlook is favourable as
India expects to invest aggressively in its core sector to propel GDP
growth to 10% during this decade. In line with this sectoral
opportunity, we expect to attain a turnover of Rs. 850 cr in 2011-12,
thereby extending our success to all those who work with us, invest in
us and depend on us.
Sincerely,
Ratnakar M. Gutte
Chairman and Managing Director
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