Refinery Throughput
10.11 MMTPA
+60% vs nameplate capacity
Throughput reached 160% of main plant capacity, indicating strong operational performance.
BPCL
Diversified
20 Jul 2024
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited — Q1 FY25
BPCL reported Q1 FY25 revenue of INR 128,103 crore and PAT of INR 3,015 crore, despite absorbing ~INR 2,300 crore in LPG under-recoveries.
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BPCL reported Q1 FY25 revenue of INR 128,103 crore and PAT of INR 3,015 crore, despite absorbing ~INR 2,300 crore in LPG under-recoveries. Normalized PAT (excluding LPG losses and inventory gains) was ~INR 4,600 crore. Refinery throughput hit 10.11 MMTPA (160% of nameplate) with GRM of $7.86/bbl, supported by 39% Russian crude processing. Marketing volumes grew 3.2% YoY, with aviation fuel up 15% and market share at 26.9% among PSUs. Management guided for FY25 capex of INR 16,400 crore, targeting 23,000 retail outlets and 300+ CNG stations. The Bina petrochemical project (INR 49,000 crore) is on track for FY28-29 commissioning. Risks include potential sustained LPG under-recoveries without government compensation and project cost escalation at Mozambique LNG.
बीपीसीएल ने पहली तिमाही में 1,28,103 करोड़ रुपये की कमाई और 3,015 करोड़ रुपये का मुनाफा कमाया। इसमें एलपीजी गैस पर 2,300 करोड़ रुपये का घाटा भी शामिल है। असली मुनाफा (एलपीजी घाटा और स्टॉक मुनाफा हटाकर) लगभग 4,600 करोड़ रुपये रहा। रिफाइनरी ने अपनी क्षमता से 60% ज्यादा उत्पादन किया और हर बैरल तेल पर 7.86 डॉलर कमाया। 39% रूसी कच्चा तेल इस्तेमाल किया गया। पेट्रोल-डीजल की बिक्री 3.2% बढ़ी, विमान ईंधन 15% बढ़ा। कंपनी इस साल 16,400 करोड़ रुपये निवेश करेगी, 23,000 पेट्रोल पंप और 300 से ज्यादा सीएनजी स्टेशन खोलेगी। बीना में 49,000 करोड़ रुपये का पेट्रोकेमिकल प्रोजेक्ट 2028-29 तक तैयार होगा। खतरा: सरकार से मुआवजा न मिलने पर एलपीजी घाटा जारी रह सकता है और मोजाम्बिक एलएनजी प्रोजेक्ट की लागत बढ़ सकती है।
Key Numbers
GRM
$7.86/bbl
Premium to Singapore GRM
Refinery GRM remained robust despite lower cracks, supported by Russian crude discounts.
Russian Crude Share
39%
Stable sequentially
Russian crude accounted for 39% of throughput; discounts narrowed YoY but held at $3.5-4/bbl QoQ.
Retail Outlet Additions
171
+170 vs prior quarter
BPCL added 171 new retail outlets in Q1, targeting 23,000 total by year-end.
What Changed vs Last Quarter
NEW
Retail network to reach 23,000 outlets by year-end
BPCL plans to expand its retail outlet network to 23,000 by end of FY25, adding ~1,300 outlets during the year.
NEW
Bina petrochemical project commissioning by FY28-29
The integrated refinery and petrochemical expansion at Bina (INR 49,000 crore) is targeted for commissioning in FY28-29.
NEW
Ethanol blending target of 15% in current quarter
BPCL aims to achieve 15% ethanol blending in the current quarter, up from 14.13% in Q1.
UPDATED
FY25 Capex of INR 16,400 crore
Management guided for total capex of INR 16,400 crore in FY25, with INR 2,438 crore spent in Q1.
DROPPED
Refining capacity expansion to 45 MMT by FY29
Brownfield expansion of Bina Refinery and debottlenecking of existing refineries to increase capacity from current levels to 45 MMT per annum by FY 2029.
DROPPED
Capex of INR 1.7 lakh crore over five years (FY24-29)
Planned investments include INR 75,000 crore for refineries/petchem, INR 20,000 crore for marketing, INR 25,000 crore for gas, INR 10,000 crore for green energy, and INR 32,000 crore for upstream.
DROPPED
Add 4,000 new retail outlets by FY29
Plan to expand network from 22,000 to 26,000 outlets; FY25 target is 1,300 new outlets.
NEW RISK
LPG under-recovery without compensation
BPCL incurred ~INR 2,300 crore in LPG losses in Q1, with no government compensation mechanism announced. Monthly losses could be ~INR 600 crore at current Saudi CP prices.
NEW RISK
Mozambique LNG project cost escalation
The Mozambique LNG project (force majeure) may see cost escalation from $15.5B to ~$19.5-20B, impacting IRR. Management confirmed the project remains commercially viable but with lower returns.
NEW RISK
Market share pressure from private players
BPCL's overall marketing volume growth of 3.2% lagged industry growth of 5.5%, partly due to private players regaining share as pricing normalized. Diesel volumes saw degrowth.
NEW RISK
Refinery turnaround impact on throughput
Planned turnarounds at Kochi (45 days) and Bina (15 days) in H2 FY25 could temporarily reduce throughput and GRM.
RISK GONE
Moderation of Russian crude discounts
Discounts on Russian crude have narrowed from $8-10/bbl last year to $3-6/bbl currently, potentially compressing GRM premiums.
RISK GONE
Volatility in product cracks
International product cracks have fallen significantly in Q4, and management noted that further moderation could impact refining margins.
RISK GONE
Geopolitical and sanctions risk on Russian crude supply
Ongoing sanctions and payment issues cause intermittent delays in Russian crude deliveries; supply continuity is uncertain.
RISK GONE
Brazil impairment and legal risk
INR 1,798 crore impairment on BMC-30 block in Brazil due to adverse arbitration; appeal filed but outcome uncertain.
🤫 Topics management stopped discussing
Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY24, Q4 FY24
Plan to expand network from 22,000 to 26,000 outlets; FY25 target is 1,300 new outlets.
Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY24, Q3 FY24
Crude oil prices range-bound $80-90/bbl; marketing margins could turn negative if prices spike above $85/bbl.
Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY24
BPCL aims to add 500 CNG facilities at existing retail outlets by the end of FY24.
Mentioned in Q3 FY24, Q4 FY24
Planned investments include INR 75,000 crore for refineries/petchem, INR 20,000 crore for marketing, INR 25,000 crore for gas, INR 10,000 crore for green energy, and INR 32,000 crore for upstream.
Management Guidance
FY25 Capex of INR 16,400 crore
Management guided for total capex of INR 16,400 crore in FY25, with INR 2,438 crore spent in Q1.
Management guidance capexRetail network to reach 23,000 outlets by year-end
BPCL plans to expand its retail outlet network to 23,000 by end of FY25, adding ~1,300 outlets during the year.
Management guidance expansionBina petrochemical project commissioning by FY28-29
The integrated refinery and petrochemical expansion at Bina (INR 49,000 crore) is targeted for commissioning in FY28-29.
Management guidance expansionEthanol blending target of 15% in current quarter
BPCL aims to achieve 15% ethanol blending in the current quarter, up from 14.13% in Q1.
Management guidance growthKey Risks
LPG under-recovery without compensation
BPCL incurred ~INR 2,300 crore in LPG losses in Q1, with no government compensation mechanism announced. Monthly losses could be ~INR 600 crore at current Saudi CP prices.
high · management_commentaryMozambique LNG project cost escalation
The Mozambique LNG project (force majeure) may see cost escalation from $15.5B to ~$19.5-20B, impacting IRR. Management confirmed the project remains commercially viable but with lower returns.
medium · analyst_questionMarket share pressure from private players
BPCL's overall marketing volume growth of 3.2% lagged industry growth of 5.5%, partly due to private players regaining share as pricing normalized. Diesel volumes saw degrowth.
medium · analyst_questionRefinery turnaround impact on throughput
Planned turnarounds at Kochi (45 days) and Bina (15 days) in H2 FY25 could temporarily reduce throughput and GRM.
low · management_commentaryNotable Quotes
Our refinery has continued with stellar performance during this quarter, and we have achieved a throughput of 10.11 MMTPA, that is almost 160% of the main plant capacity.
LPG is still a controlled product. The pricing is being decided by the Government of India. Today, during this quarter, the sale price is less than the cost price.
We are expecting in the coming quarters, it will become positive in diesel growth. Current quarter, there is negative growth, but we are expecting this will reverse.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Bharat Petroleum Corporation's revenue in Q1 FY25?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation reported revenue of ₹1,28,103 Cr in Q1 FY25, representing a — change compared to the same quarter last year.
What guidance did Bharat Petroleum Corporation management give for FY26?
FY25 Capex of INR 16,400 crore: Management guided for total capex of INR 16,400 crore in FY25, with INR 2,438 crore spent in Q1. Retail network to reach 23,000 outlets by year-end: BPCL plans to expand its retail outlet network to 23,000 by end of FY25, adding ~1,300 outlets during the year. Bina petrochemical project commissioning by FY28-29: The integrated refinery and petrochemical expansion at Bina (INR 49,000 crore) is targeted for commissioning in FY28-29. Ethanol blending target of 15% in current quarter: BPCL aims to achieve 15% ethanol blending in the current quarter, up from 14.13% in Q1.
What are the key risks for Bharat Petroleum Corporation in FY26?
Key risks include LPG under-recovery without compensation — BPCL incurred ~INR 2,300 crore in LPG losses in Q1, with no government compensation mechanism announced. Monthly losses could be ~INR 600 crore at current Saudi CP prices.; Mozambique LNG project cost escalation — The Mozambique LNG project (force majeure) may see cost escalation from $15.5B to ~$19.5-20B, impacting IRR. Management confirmed the project remains commercially viable but with lower returns.; Market share pressure from private players — BPCL's overall marketing volume growth of 3.2% lagged industry growth of 5.5%, partly due to private players regaining share as pricing normalized. Diesel volumes saw degrowth.; Refinery turnaround impact on throughput — Planned turnarounds at Kochi (45 days) and Bina (15 days) in H2 FY25 could temporarily reduce throughput and GRM..
Did Bharat Petroleum Corporation meet its previous quarter's guidance?
Of 1 tracked promise, management 0 met, 0 close, 1 missed.
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