SEPC Order Book Surges to Rs 104.55 bn Amid Mining and Construction Wins

26 Feb 2026 CW Team

SEPC reported that its order book surged to Rs 104.55 billion (bn) amid strong wins in the mining and construction sectors. The company provides end-to-end solutions to engineering challenges, offering multidisciplinary design, engineering, procurement, construction and project management services. Management indicated that the larger order book will support revenue visibility over the coming quarters. The expanded order book was presented as a significant milestone that should enhance the visibility of the project pipeline and aid resource allocation.

The consolidated profit for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 rose 236.9 per cent to Rs 149.6 million (mn) on a 156.3 per cent jump in revenue from operations to Rs 3.41 billion (bn) over the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. The company attributed the profit growth to higher execution and stronger order inflows. Cost control and execution efficiencies were cited as factors supporting margin improvement. Margin expansion was noted as a contributor to the improved bottom line.

Mining and construction contracts formed the bulk of the recent wins and were cited as the primary drivers of the order book expansion. SEPC’s multidisciplinary services were described as a competitive advantage in securing complex engineering and construction projects. The company’s focus on integrated project delivery was reported to have enhanced its bidding success. Its ability to manage full lifecycle delivery was indicated to help meet complex timelines and client specifications.

Shares of SEPC rose zero point six two per cent and were trading at Rs eight point one three on the BSE at the time of the report. The financial data and operational commentary were derived from a report syndicated by Capital Market Live News. Market participants were expected to watch the conversion of the large order book into billed revenue in coming quarters. The company’s enlarged order book is expected to underpin near term growth prospects.

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