Dahej expansion mechanical completion by March 2026
The 5 MTPA capacity expansion at Dahej (to 22.5 MTPA) will be mechanically completed by end of FY26.
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Kochi-Bangalore pipeline connectivity by June 2026
Pipeline connecting Kochi terminal to national grid expected by June 2026, enabling access to CGD markets.
FY27 total capex of ₹9,000 cr
Includes ₹7,500 cr for petchem, ₹800 cr for third jetty, and balance for other projects.
Dividend payout maintained at 40-50%
Despite large capex, management expects to maintain healthy dividend payout ratio.
Capex of ₹9,000 crore for FY27
Major spend of ~₹7,500 crore on petrochemical project, ₹600 crore on third jetty, ₹300-400 crore on Gopalpur terminal, and ₹70 crore on Kochi small-scale LNG plant.
Qatar supply resumption by June 2026
Management expects Qatar Energy to resume supplies within 3-4 weeks after the Gulf conflict ends, potentially from first week of June.
Dividend maintained at ₹3 per share for FY26
Board recommended final dividend of ₹3 per share; management aims to maintain absolute dividend level despite capex.