ARAPL Reports 175% EBITDA Growth, Expands Global Robotics Footprint

15 Oct 2025 CW Team

Key Highlights – Q2 FY2026 • Strong momentum across core automation and robotics divisions • Secured the first order for the Atlas AC2000, an autonomous truck loading and unloading forklift, from a leading US logistics player • Rebranded its RaaS product line as Humro (Human + Robot), symbolising collaborative automation between people and machines • Expanded its Humro range in global warehouse automation markets • Continued investment in deep-tech innovations, including AI-based route optimisation, autonomy kits, vehicle controllers, and digital twins Global Milestone: First Atlas AC2000 Order in the US

ARAPL’s US-based subsidiary, ARAPL RaaS (Humro), received its first order for the next-generation Atlas AC2000 autonomous forklift from a leading logistics company. Following successful prototype trials, the client placed an order for two robots valued at Rs 36 million under a three-year lease. The project opens opportunities for scaling up to 15–16 robots per site across 15 US warehouses within two years. The product addresses an untapped market of 10 million loading docks across 21,000 warehouses in the US, positioning ARAPL for exponential growth.

Financial Performance – Q2 FY2026 (Standalone) Net Revenue: Rs 25.7587 million, up 37 per cent quarter-on-quarter EBITDA: Rs 5.9632 million, up 396 per cent QoQ Profit Before Tax: Rs 4.3808 million, compared to a Rs 360.46 lakh loss in Q1 Profit After Tax: Rs 4.1854 lakh, representing 216 per cent QoQ growth On a half-year basis, ARAPL reported a 175 per cent rise in EBITDA and returned to profitability with Rs 58.08 lakh PAT, highlighting strong operational efficiency and improved contribution from core businesses. Consolidated Performance – Q2 FY2026 Net Revenue: Rs 29.566 million, up 57% QoQ EBITDA: Rs 6.2608 million, up 418 per cent QoQ Profit After Tax: Rs 4.5672 million, marking a 224 per cent QoQ improvement

Milind Padole, Managing Director, ARAPL said, “Our Q2 results reflect the success of our innovation-led growth strategy and the growing global confidence in ARAPL’s technology. The Atlas AC2000 order marks a defining milestone that validates our engineering strength and accelerates our global expansion. With a healthy order book and continued investment in AI and autonomous systems, ARAPL is positioned to lead the next phase of intelligent industrial transformation.” Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Pune, Affordable Robotic & Automation Ltd (ARAPL) delivers turnkey robotic and automation solutions across automotive, general manufacturing, and government sectors. Its offerings include robotic welding, automated inspection, assembly automation, automated parking systems, and autonomous driverless forklifts. ARAPL operates five advanced plants in Pune spanning 350,000 sq ft, supported by over 400 engineers in India and seven team members in the US. The company also maintains facilities in North Carolina and California, and service centres in Faridabad, Mumbai, and San Francisco.

Affordable Robotic & Automation Limited (ARAPL), India’s first listed robotics firm and a pioneer in industrial automation and smart robotic solutions, has reported robust financial results for the second quarter and half year ended September 30, 2025. The company achieved a 175 per cent year-on-year rise in standalone EBITDA and strong revenue growth across its automation and robotics segments. The Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results on October 10, 2025. Key Highlights – Q2 FY2026 • Strong momentum across core automation and robotics divisions • Secured the first order for the Atlas AC2000, an autonomous truck loading and unloading forklift, from a leading US logistics player • Rebranded its RaaS product line as Humro (Human + Robot), symbolising collaborative automation between people and machines • Expanded its Humro range in global warehouse automation markets • Continued investment in deep-tech innovations, including AI-based route optimisation, autonomy kits, vehicle controllers, and digital twins Global Milestone: First Atlas AC2000 Order in the US ARAPL’s US-based subsidiary, ARAPL RaaS (Humro), received its first order for the next-generation Atlas AC2000 autonomous forklift from a leading logistics company. Following successful prototype trials, the client placed an order for two robots valued at Rs 36 million under a three-year lease. The project opens opportunities for scaling up to 15–16 robots per site across 15 US warehouses within two years. The product addresses an untapped market of 10 million loading docks across 21,000 warehouses in the US, positioning ARAPL for exponential growth. Financial Performance – Q2 FY2026 (Standalone) Net Revenue: Rs 25.7587 million, up 37 per cent quarter-on-quarter EBITDA: Rs 5.9632 million, up 396 per cent QoQ Profit Before Tax: Rs 4.3808 million, compared to a Rs 360.46 lakh loss in Q1 Profit After Tax: Rs 4.1854 lakh, representing 216 per cent QoQ growth On a half-year basis, ARAPL reported a 175 per cent rise in EBITDA and returned to profitability with Rs 58.08 lakh PAT, highlighting strong operational efficiency and improved contribution from core businesses. Consolidated Performance – Q2 FY2026 Net Revenue: Rs 29.566 million, up 57% QoQ EBITDA: Rs 6.2608 million, up 418 per cent QoQ Profit After Tax: Rs 4.5672 million, marking a 224 per cent QoQ improvement Milind Padole, Managing Director, ARAPL said, “Our Q2 results reflect the success of our innovation-led growth strategy and the growing global confidence in ARAPL’s technology. The Atlas AC2000 order marks a defining milestone that validates our engineering strength and accelerates our global expansion. With a healthy order book and continued investment in AI and autonomous systems, ARAPL is positioned to lead the next phase of intelligent industrial transformation.” Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Pune, Affordable Robotic & Automation Ltd (ARAPL) delivers turnkey robotic and automation solutions across automotive, general manufacturing, and government sectors. Its offerings include robotic welding, automated inspection, assembly automation, automated parking systems, and autonomous driverless forklifts. ARAPL operates five advanced plants in Pune spanning 350,000 sq ft, supported by over 400 engineers in India and seven team members in the US. The company also maintains facilities in North Carolina and California, and service centres in Faridabad, Mumbai, and San Francisco.

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